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    GlossarySteroid Sulfatase

    enzyme that converts sulfated steroids into active forms

    Steroid Sulfatase (STS) is an enzyme that plays a crucial role in the metabolism of steroid hormones by converting sulfated steroid precursors into their active forms. This process is important for the regulation of various physiological functions, including skin health, hair growth, and reproductive processes. Deficiencies or mutations in the STS gene can lead to conditions such as X-linked ichthyosis, which is characterized by dry, scaly skin.

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      Steroid Sulfatase Inhibitors: Therapeutic Applications and Development

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      25 citations , May 2003 in “Expert Opinion on Therapeutic Patents”
      Steroid Sulfatase inhibitors show promise in treating hormone-dependent disorders like cancers, hair loss, and acne, with 667COUMATE being a potential candidate for breast cancer treatment trials.
      Roles of Steroid Sulfatase in Brain and Other Tissues

      research Roles of steroid sulfatase in brain and other tissues

      22 citations , January 2008 in “Physiological Research”
      Steroid sulfatase is important for activating hormones that affect memory, brain function, and certain diseases, and could be a target for treating hormone-related disorders.

      research Steroid sulfatase inhibitors

      108 citations , April 2004 in “Medicinal Research Reviews”
      Steroid sulfatase inhibitors could help treat hormone-related disorders and cancers.

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