research ‘I’ve got a very dichotomous difference in the way that I perceive myself’: Positive and negative constructions of body image following cancer treatment
Women who had cancer treatment feel both positive and negative about their bodies.
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research The role of fear of intimacy and loneliness in predicting of academic enthusiasm in medical science students: a cross-sectional study from the Iran
Loneliness reduces academic enthusiasm in students.
research The Suitability of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome-Specific Questionnaires for Measuring the Impact of PCOS on Quality of Life in Clinical Trials
The PCOS-specific questionnaire needs more work to fully measure quality of life in clinical trials.
research Physical Changes, Laboratory Parameters, and Bone Mineral Density During Testosterone Treatment in Adolescents with Gender Dysphoria
Testosterone treatment effectively causes male physical development in transgender male adolescents but may lead to side effects like acne, higher BMI and blood pressure, lower good cholesterol, and decreased bone density.
research ORIGINAL RESEARCH—ENDOCRINOLOGY: Comparison of the Steady‐State Pharmacokinetics, Metabolism, and Variability of a Transdermal Testosterone Patch Versus a Transdermal Testosterone Gel in Hypogonadal Men
The testosterone patch and gel are both effective, but they have different absorption patterns and effects on hormone levels.
research <p>Frontal fibrosing alopecia: efficacy of treatment modalities</p>
Some treatments can stabilize Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia, but more research is needed to find effective treatments, and hair transplants often fail.
research Male androgenetic alopecia (Part II)
Finasteride effectively treats male hair loss, increasing length and thickness.
research Psychology’s medicalization of male baldness
The article suggests that the view of male baldness as a medical issue is influenced by commercial bias and calls for more unbiased research.
research Evaluating anti-LGBTQIA+ medical bias in large language models
Large language models often give biased or inaccurate medical responses, especially for LGBTQIA+ prompts.
research Beyond skin deep: Self-compassion mediates the link between body shame and psychopathology in people with alopecia and psoriasis
Self-compassion can help reduce body shame and psychological distress in people with alopecia and psoriasis.
research Versatility of autologous growth factor concentrate therapy in early-stage androgenetic alopecia: A case report
Autologous growth factor concentrate therapy shows promise for treating early-stage hair loss safely and effectively.
research Management of teenagers with polycystic ovarian syndrome
The document concludes that personalized treatment, including lifestyle changes and medication, is essential for managing PCOS in teenagers, while also addressing their psychological well-being.
research Short‐ and Long‐Term Clinical Skin Effects of Testosterone Treatment in Trans Men
Testosterone treatment in trans men increases body and facial hair and may lead to hair loss over time, but severe skin issues are rare.
research The Effect of Intratesticular Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection on Sperm Retrieval Rates in Non-Obstructive Azoospermia Male after Failed Testicular Sperm Extraction: An Inception Cohort
Intratesticular PRP injections are safe but not proven to improve sperm retrieval in certain infertile men.
research A phase IIA randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trial to study the efficacy and safety of the selective androgen receptor modulator (SARM), MK-0773 in female participants with sarcopenia
MK-0773 safely increased muscle mass but did not improve muscle strength or function in elderly women with sarcopenia.
research Study on knowledge of chemotherapy's adverse effects and their self-care ability to manage - The cancer survivors impact
Better awareness of chemotherapy's side effects improves self-care.
research Influence of Postoperative Finasteride Therapy on Recurrence of Gynecomastia After Mastectomy in Men Taking Finasteride for Alopecia
Finasteride may not affect gynecomastia recurrence after mastectomy.
research The role of procedures used in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia - a literature review
Invasive treatments can improve hair growth, but effectiveness varies and more research is needed.
research Impact of Finasteride on Serum PSA Levels in Men With BPH: A Systematic Review
Finasteride lowers PSA levels and prostate size, requiring adjusted PSA interpretation for accurate cancer screening.
research Complications associated with oncological therapy - how to minimize?
Personalized treatment and teamwork among doctors can reduce chemotherapy side effects and improve patient outcomes.
research Reduction of Diameter of Hair Shaft among Women with Hirsutism
Aldactone effectively reduces hair thickness in women with excessive hair growth, both alone and with other treatments.
research Reduction of Diameter of Hair Shaft among Women with Hirsutism
Spironolactone effectively makes hair shafts thinner in women with excessive hair growth.
research 133 Female Post-Finasteride Syndrome: It’s Not Just A Man’s World
PFS affects some women, steroids easily bought online, hypogonadism info unreliable, low testosterone linked to CVD.
research Comparison of Finasteride and Dutasteride on Risk of Prostate Cancer in Patients with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: A Pooled Analysis of 15 Real-world Databases
Dutasteride and finasteride have similar effects on prostate cancer risk in BPH patients.
research Novel skin phenotypes revealed by a genome-wide mouse reverse genetic screen
The research identified new skin traits in mice, some linked to human skin conditions.
research Leydig cell hyperplasia as a cause of virilization in a postmenopausal woman: A case report
Leydig cell hyperplasia can cause virilization in postmenopausal women and is treatable with surgery.
research The Biomolecular Effects of Finasteride on Male Rat Brain during Administration and after Discontinuation
Finasteride temporarily suppresses brain activity, but some effects last even after stopping.
research In vivo Hair Growth Promotion Efficacy of Biofield Energy Treatment in C57BL/6 Mice
Biofield Energy Treatment may boost hair growth.
research Resistance Exercise and Art Therapy on Body Image in Breast Cancer: A Scoping Review
Resistance exercise improves body image in breast cancer survivors.
research Item-specific patterns of the Skindex-17 in individuals with different levels of Hidradenitis Suppurativa severity: a network analysis study
Addressing psychosocial symptoms can improve outcomes for people with Hidradenitis Suppurativa.