research Finasteride is the main inhibitor of 5α-reductase activity in microdissected dermal papillae of human hair follicles
Finasteride potentially treats hair loss by reducing DHT production.
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research Platelet-Rich Plasma for the Aesthetic Surgeon
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) shows promise for hair growth and skin improvement in aesthetic surgery.
research Medicalisation, pharmaceutical promotion and the Internet: a critical multimodal discourse analysis of hair loss websites
Commercial hair loss websites promote Propecia by making men feel insecure about baldness and suggesting it's a medical issue needing treatment.
research How to Diagnose Hair Loss
The document concludes that using specific tools and tests is essential for identifying the cause of hair loss and deciding on the right treatment.
research Health-related quality of life questionnaire for polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOSQ-50): development and psychometric properties
The PCOSQ-50 is a valid and reliable questionnaire for measuring quality of life in Iranian women with PCOS.
research Hidradenitis Suppurativa
The document concludes that lifestyle changes and medical treatments can significantly reduce symptoms of Hidradenitis Suppurativa, a chronic skin condition.
research Artificial skin for wound healing
Artificial skin is improving wound healing and shows potential for treating different types of wounds.
research Exploring pericyte and cardiac stem cell secretome unveils new tactics for drug discovery
New drugs for heart disease may be developed from molecules secreted by stem cells.
research Medicinal plants with traditional use: Ethnobotany in the Indian subcontinent
Indigenous herbal medicines in the Indian subcontinent have potential for drug development but need more research and standardization.
research Stem cells and aberrant signaling of molecular systems in skin aging
Skin aging is caused by stem cell damage and can potentially be delayed with treatments like antioxidants and stem cell therapy.
research Suppression of Wnt/β-catenin signaling by EGF receptor is required for hair follicle development
Blocking Wnt/β-catenin signaling with EGF receptor is necessary for proper hair growth.
research Allopregnanolone mediates the exacerbation of Tourette-like responses by acute stress in mouse models
Stress worsens Tourette symptoms by increasing allopregnanolone levels.
research Complications in Hair Restoration Surgery
Successful hair transplant surgery depends on careful patient selection, proper surgical plan and technique, and attentive aftercare.
research Interventions for morphea
Some treatments like methotrexate with prednisone might help juvenile morphea, but more research is needed to confirm.
research Differences in reproductive toxicology between alopecia drugs: an analysis on adverse events among female and male cases
Finasteride has a higher risk of reproductive side effects than minoxidil.
research Platycladus orientalis Leaves: A Systemic Review on Botany, Phytochemistry and Pharmacology
The leaves of Platycladus orientalis have potential health benefits but require more research for safety and understanding how they work.
research The Black identity, hair product use, and breast cancer scale
The BHBS is a valid tool to study cultural norms and breast cancer risk in Black women.
research Finasteride: The First 5α-Reductase Inhibitor
Finasteride treats enlarged prostate and baldness, but may cause limited urinary improvement and sex-related side effects.
research The efficacy and use of finasteride in women: a systematic review
Finasteride improves hair growth and reduces hirsutism in women, but side effects and optimal dosages need further research.
research Stem Cells in Dermatology and Anti-aging Care of the Skin
Using defensins to activate stem cells may improve skin aging signs without causing inflammation.
research The therapeutic use of topical contact sensitizers in benign dermatoses
Topical contact sensitizers can treat certain skin conditions but are rarely used in the U.K.
research Alopecia areata
Alopecia areata involves immune response and gene changes affecting hair loss.
research Icariin promotes mouse hair follicle growth by increasing insulin-like growth factor 1 expression in dermal papillary cells
Icariin helps mouse hair grow by boosting a growth factor in skin cells.
research Ecklonia cava promotes hair growth
Ecklonia cava, a type of seaweed, may help hair grow.
research The Essence of Alternative Medicine
Alternative medicine lacks scientific support and relies on the placebo effect, but remains popular and integrated into German healthcare.
research Symmetry breaking of tissue mechanics in wound induced hair follicle regeneration of laboratory and spiny mice
Tissue stiffness affects hair follicle regeneration, and Twist1 is a key regulator.
research Sex-specific Difference of Hippocampal Synaptic Plasticity in Response to Sex Neurosteroids
Sex neurosteroids cause different effects on hippocampal synaptic plasticity in males and females.
research Sebaceous immunobiology - skin homeostasis, pathophysiology, coordination of innate immunity and inflammatory response and disease associations
Sebaceous glands play a key role in skin health, immunity, and various skin diseases.
research A guide to studying human dermal adipocytes in situ
The guide explains how to study human skin fat cells and their tissue, aiming to improve research and medical treatments.
research Evaluation of hair loss
Detailed patient history and physical exams are crucial for diagnosing hair loss.