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Rare genetic variants involved in male-pattern hair loss identified

A receding hairline, a total loss of hair from the crown, and ultimately, the classical horseshoe-shaped pattern of baldness: Previous research into male pattern hair loss, also termed androgenetic alopecia, has implicated multiple common genetic variants.

22 Sep 2023

New treatment approach effectively treats the most aggressive forms of prostate cancer

Researchers at the University of Chicago Medicine Comprehensive Cancer Center established "proof-of-concept" for a new treatment approach that was able to effectively treat the most aggressive forms of prostate cancer. The treatment showed complete tumor control and long-lasting survival without side effects in a mouse model of advanced prostate cancer.

19 Sep 2023

Mesenchymal stem cell-derived extracellular vesicles show promise in PCOS treatment

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a pervasive endocrine disorder that affects millions of women globally, impacting their hormonal balance, fertility and overall well-being.

12 Sep 2023

Ketogenic diet shows promise in addressing hormonal imbalance associated with PCOS

Researchers performed a meta-analysis on the impact of ketogenic diets on polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

8 Sep 2023

NSAID use linked to higher risk of blood clots in women of reproductive age, association stronger in women on high-risk hormonal contraception

A new paper published in The BMJ explores the effect of these drugs used concomitantly on the risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE).

8 Sep 2023

Is a very low-calorie diet the answer to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)?

The effects of a very low-calorie diet to a moderate energy deficit diet in obese women with PCOS.

8 Sep 2023

Keto diet may lower testosterone levels in women with PCOS

The ketogenic (keto) diet may lower testosterone levels in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), according to a new paper published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society.

8 Sep 2023

New consensus statement provides guidance for use of 177Lu-PSMA radionuclide therapy in mCRPC patients

The Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (SNMMI) has issued a new consensus statement to provide standardized guidance for the selection and management of metastatic castrate-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC) patients being treated with 177Lu-PSMA radionuclide therapy.

5 Sep 2023

Sex hormones drive differences in male and female mouse kidneys

Female kidneys are known to be more resilient to disease and injury, but males need not despair. A new USC Stem Cell-led study published in Developmental Cell describes not only how sex hormones drive differences in male and female mouse kidneys, but also how lowering testosterone can "feminize" this organ and improve its resilience.

5 Sep 2023

The efficacy and safety of anti-androgens in the management of hormonal and clinical features of PCOS

The safety and efficacy of anti-androgens in managing polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

1 Sep 2023

The Clinical Importance of Circulating Tumor DNA

Cancer remains a leading killer among medical causes of death worldwide.

31 Aug 2023

Study challenges the use of biochemical recurrence as prostate cancer predictor

A UCLA-led study found treatments that reduce the risk of being diagnosed with a cancer recurrence based on rising prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels after radiotherapy, commonly referred to as biochemical recurrence, do not necessarily improve a patient's long-term overall survival.

28 Aug 2023

Androgen News and Research

Rare genetic variants involved in male-pattern hair loss identified

New treatment approach effectively treats the most aggressive forms of prostate cancer

Mesenchymal stem cell-derived extracellular vesicles show promise in PCOS treatment

Ketogenic diet shows promise in addressing hormonal imbalance associated with PCOS

NSAID use linked to higher risk of blood clots in women of reproductive age, association stronger in women on high-risk hormonal contraception

Is a very low-calorie diet the answer to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)?

Keto diet may lower testosterone levels in women with PCOS

New consensus statement provides guidance for use of 177Lu-PSMA radionuclide therapy in mCRPC patients

Sex hormones drive differences in male and female mouse kidneys

The efficacy and safety of anti-androgens in the management of hormonal and clinical features of PCOS

The Clinical Importance of Circulating Tumor DNA

Study challenges the use of biochemical recurrence as prostate cancer predictor

Proxalutamide shows promise as potential COVID-19 treatment

Androgen deprivation therapy increases the risk of depression, dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, and Parkinson’s disease

Copy number profiling provides insight as to why prostate cancer may become lethal

High-level BPA exposure may affect male fertility

Recent advances in the understanding of the role and mechanism of CCAR2 in cancer

New assay identifies patients with altered p300/CBP acetylation in castration-resistant prostate cancer

Could alpha lipoic acid treat polycystic ovary syndrome?

Gut health breakthrough: probiotics show promise in managing PCOS in obese adolescents

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

From Puberty to Menopause: Clue’s CEO, Audrey Tsang on the Power of Femtech

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