research A Novel Human Type II Cytokeratin, K6hf, Specifically Expressed in the Companion Layer of the Hair Follicle
K6hf is a unique protein found only in a specific layer of hair follicles.
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research Polysaccharides from Traditional Chinese Medicines: Extraction, Purification, Modification, and Biological Activity
Substances from Chinese medicines show promise for immune support and disease prevention, but the way they are processed affects their effectiveness.
research Male-pattern baldness susceptibility locus at 20p11
Researchers found a new gene area linked to male-pattern baldness, which, along with another gene, significantly increases the risk of hair loss in men.
research Anti-androgenic activities of Ganoderma lucidum
Ganoderma lucidum, a type of mushroom, may help treat enlarged prostate by blocking testosterone conversion.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma and Micrografts Enriched with Autologous Human Follicle Mesenchymal Stem Cells Improve Hair Re-Growth in Androgenetic Alopecia. Biomolecular Pathway Analysis and Clinical Evaluation
PRP and HF-MSCs treatment improves hair growth, thickness, and density in androgenetic alopecia.
research Female Hirsutism: Pathophysiological Considerations and Therapeutic Implications*
Excessive hair growth in women often has no known cause and is not linked to race or other hormonal symptoms.
research Steroidal 5α-reductase and 17α-hydroxylase/17,20-lyase (CYP17) inhibitors useful in the treatment of prostatic diseases
Certain drugs that block specific enzymes can help treat prostate diseases.
research Overexpression of aldo-keto reductase 1C3 (AKR1C3) in LNCaP cells diverts androgen metabolism towards testosterone resulting in resistance to the 5α-reductase inhibitor finasteride
Too much AKR1C3 enzyme causes resistance to finasteride by increasing testosterone.
research Picogram determination of finasteride in human plasma and semen by high-performance liquid chromatography with atmospheric-pressure chemical-ionization tandem mass spectrometry
Method detects finasteride in plasma and semen with high sensitivity and accuracy.
research Knock-Down of Arabidopsis PLC5 Reduces Primary Root Growth and Secondary Root Formation While Overexpression Improves Drought Tolerance and Causes Stunted Root Hair Growth
Changing the amount of PLC5 in Arabidopsis affects root growth and drought resistance, with less PLC5 slowing root growth and more PLC5 improving drought tolerance but hindering root hair growth.
research Development of a Two-Dimensional Model for Predicting Transdermal Permeation with the Follicular Pathway: Demonstration with a Caffeine Study
Researchers developed a model that shows hair follicles increase skin absorption of caffeine by 20%.
research Polycystic ovary syndrome is associated with anogenital distance, a marker of prenatal androgen exposure
Women with polycystic ovary syndrome tend to have a longer anogenital distance.
research Role of β-Catenin Activation Levels and Fluctuations in Controlling Cell Fate
Proper control of β-catenin activity is crucial for development and preventing diseases like cancer.
research A Review on Steroidal 5α-Reductase Inhibitors for Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
New treatments for enlarged prostate are being developed, some of which may be more effective than current medications.
research Facial preservation following extreme mummification: Shrunken heads
Shrunken heads retain some facial features and hair characteristics, allowing for limited individual identification.
research Use of H-1 Antihistamine in Dermatology: More than Itch and Urticaria Control: A Systematic Review
H-1 antihistamines may help with various skin conditions, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
research Absorption of Excess Selenium and Sulfur by Plants and Animals
Excess selenium and sulfur in plants can harm animals, causing symptoms like hair loss and poor reproduction.
research Electrophysiological and Histopathological Effects of Minoxidil on Penicillin-Induced Epilepsy Model in Rats
Minoxidil did not significantly affect epilepsy in rats.
research Club-like receptors respond to light touch but not to whisking
Club-like receptors detect light touch but not whisking.
research Cloning, computational analysis and expression profiling of steroid 5 alpha-reductase 1 (SRD5A1) gene during reproductive phases and ovatide stimulation in endangered catfish, Clarias magur
The research identified and described a gene important for hormone conversion in endangered catfish, which varies in activity during different reproductive stages and after hormone treatment.
research Current aspects of the development of science and technology
Science and technology are rapidly advancing and impacting various aspects of life in Ukraine.
research Use of Contact Immunotherapy in the Treatment of Skin Diseases Other than Alopecia Areata
Contact immunotherapy might help treat various skin conditions, but more research is needed to confirm its safety and effectiveness.
research Mycobacterium avium subspecies hominissuis infection in a dog from Germany with multifocal alopecia, exfoliative dermatitis, hypercalcaemia and subsequent sebaceous atrophy
A dog in Germany was successfully treated for a rare bacterial infection without spreading it to humans.
research 1389 Local injection with anti-herpes simplex virus antibodies protects against development of herpes simplex virus–induced sweating disturbance
Injecting anti-herpes antibodies locally can prevent skin lesions and sweating problems caused by herpes simplex virus in mice.
research Experience of intravenous calcium treatment and long-term responses to treatment in a patient with hereditary vitamin D-resistant rickets resulting from a novel mutation
Intravenous calcium therapy is a safe and effective treatment for a rare type of rickets.
research Viremia and viruria of trichodysplasia spinulosa‐associated polyomavirus before the development of clinical disease in a kidney transplant recipient
The virus linked to a rare disease was found in a patient's blood and urine before skin symptoms appeared.
research Evaluation of the Relationship between Alopecia Areata and Viral Antigen Exposure
Hepatitis B virus exposure may be linked to increased risk of alopecia areata.
research MicroRNA control of signal transduction
MicroRNAs are crucial in controlling cell signaling, affecting cancer and tissue regeneration.
research Androgens and Cardiovascular Disease
Male hormones may play a role in the development of heart disease, and more research is needed to understand their effects.
research Plants used in cosmetics
Natural products in cosmetics are beneficial for skin and hair care with low toxicity.