research 5α‐Reductase Inhibitors
Finasteride effectively treats enlarged prostate and male baldness, improves symptoms of hirsutism in women, but doesn't work for acne, and may delay prostate cancer progression with few side effects.
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research Nonsurgical Therapy for Hair Loss
Some nonsurgical hair loss treatments are effective, especially if started early.
research Finasteride in Androgenic Alopecia
Finasteride treats hair loss but may cause side effects like low libido and dizziness.
research A randomised, open label comparative study of hydroxychloroquine with betamethasone oral mini pulse in the management of patients with alopecia areata
Hydroxychloroquine is less effective than betamethasone oral mini pulse therapy for treating alopecia areata.
research Food hypersensitivity-induced chronic gastrointestinal inflammation in a non-human primate model of diet-induced obesity
A high-fat diet caused severe health problems in female macaques but was reversible with a normal diet, while male macaques reacted differently.
research Dutasteride
Dutasteride effectively treats enlarged prostate, reduces prostate cancer risk, and promotes hair regrowth with few side effects.
research Beneficios y riesgos de los implantes de testosterona en mujeres: revisión sistemática de la literatura
The risks of testosterone implants in women outweigh the benefits.
research Evaluation of the efficacy and safety of Narasimham hair oil in promoting hair regrowth and scalp health: A prospective open-label clinical study
Narasimham Hair Oil effectively promotes hair regrowth and scalp health without side effects.
research Genital Dermatology
Different skin conditions show distinct types of vessel inflammation, a new quality of life index for vulval disease is reliable, a certain intrauterine system might be linked to chronic vaginal yeast infections, and oral minoxidil reduces hair loss in women.
research A Phase II Study of Vaginal Testosterone Cream (TEST) vs. Estring for Vaginal Dryness or Decreased Libido in Women with Early Stage Breast Cancer (BC) Treated with Aromatase Inhibitors (AIs).
Both vaginal testosterone cream and Estring effectively manage vaginal dryness in women with early-stage breast cancer on aromatase inhibitors.
research Compounded Testosterone Troches TO OPTIMIZE HEALTH AND THE TESTOSTERONE CONTROVERSY.
Properly administered testosterone therapy is safe and effective but often not covered by insurance.
research Abstracts of Symposia
Non-daily contraceptives cause fewer side effects and are more satisfying to women, and certain oral contraceptives can treat acne and seborrhoea, with a combination of chlormadinone acetate and ethinyl estradiol being highly effective and safe.
research Management of androgenetic alopecia: a review
Combination therapies are more effective for treating androgenetic alopecia than single treatments.
research Androgen Treatment in Adolescent Males With Hypogonadism
Testosterone therapy helps boys with hormone deficiencies develop normal male characteristics and grow properly.
research Efficacy and safety of topical 3% minoxidil for facial hair enhancement in transmen: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial
Topical 3% minoxidil effectively and safely enhances facial hair in transgender men.
research Evaluation of female athlete triad and gynecological complaints in young Turkish female athletes
Young female athletes should be informed about health risks like menstrual issues and bone problems from excessive sports.
research A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Pilot Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Latanoprost for Eyelash Growth in Aesthetic Medicine
Latanoprost effectively and safely promotes eyelash growth.
research Isolated depressive disorders and suicidality with finasteride use for androgenetic alopecia: a call for enhanced vigilance
Finasteride use for hair loss may cause depression and suicidal thoughts, requiring careful monitoring.
research 5α-Reductases In Human Physiology: an Unfolding Story
We need to learn more about 5α-reductases and neuroactive steroids to safely make drugs targeting these enzymes.
research ORAL AND TOPICAL FINASTERIDE IN THE TREATMENT OF MALE ANDROGENETIC ALOPECIA – NARRATIVE REVIEW
Finasteride effectively treats male hair loss, with oral and topical forms improving hair growth, but oral use may have side effects.
research The psychosocial impact of alopecia in men: A mixed‐methods survey study
Men with alopecia often feel less confident and have lower wellbeing, needing more support.
research Using the Mechanisms of Action Involved in the Pathogenesis of Androgenetic Alopecia to Treat Hair Loss
Combining different drugs can improve hair loss treatment.
research Safety and Efficacy of Deeply Rooted<sup>®</sup> Nutraceutical for Hair Growth in Women
DEEPLY ROOTED® supplement seems to effectively improve hair growth and quality in women with no side effects.
research Weekly treatment with SAMiRNA targeting the androgen receptor ameliorates androgenetic alopecia
A new treatment called SAMiRNA-AR68 increases hair count in people with hair loss, showing similar results to existing treatments but without side effects.
research Safety, tolerability, and pharmacokinetics of CG2001 in Chinese adult male subjects with androgenetic alopecia: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, single- and multi-doses, phase 1 clinical study
CG2001 is safe and well-tolerated for treating hair loss, with fewer side effects than oral finasteride.
research Long-term Prophylaxis with Androgens in the management of Hereditary Angioedema (HAE) in emerging countries
Long-term use of androgens can help manage Hereditary Angioedema (HAE) but may cause serious side effects, so alternative treatments with fewer side effects are being considered.
research The clinical effect of plum blossom needle acupuncture with qi-invigorating superficies-consolidating therapy on seborrheic alopecia
Plum blossom needle acupuncture with qi-invigorating therapy is more effective for Seborrheic Alopecia than Western medicine.
research A Multimodal Hair-Loss Treatment Strategy Using a New Topical Phytoactive Formulation: A Report of Five Cases
The new topical botanical formulation significantly regrew hair in all five patients without side effects.
research Hair regrowth with novel hemp extract: A case series
The hemp extract significantly increased hair regrowth in both men and women without any side effects.
research Southern African HIV Clinicians Society gender-affirming healthcare guideline for South Africa
The guideline provides healthcare professionals in South Africa with instructions for comprehensive, multidisciplinary gender-affirming care, including HIV prevention and treatment for transgender and gender diverse individuals.