TLDR Female pattern hair loss severity is linked to physical signs of high androgens, not blood hormone levels.
The study evaluated the association between clinical and biochemical hyperandrogenism (HA) in 362 premenopausal women with female pattern hair loss (FPHL). It found that while FPHL severity was associated with clinical signs of HA like hirsutism and acne, it did not correlate with biochemical parameters of HA such as total testosterone, free testosterone, and bioavailable testosterone. The severity of FPHL was not influenced by other factors like SHBG, HOMA-IR, or BMI. The findings suggested that the assessment of FPHL should be primarily clinical, with biochemical tests serving as a diagnostic aid.
105 citations,
January 2009 in “Medicine” Hirsutism is more linked to high androgen levels than acne or hair loss, and a mix of hormonal tests is best for diagnosis; certain treatments can reduce symptoms.
PCOS is a common hormonal disorder with symptoms like irregular periods and excess hair growth, managed with lifestyle changes and medications.
1 citations,
January 2008 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Treat hair loss in postmenopausal women with diet, avoiding certain drugs, and using medications like minoxidil or finasteride.
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March 2022 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” A model using hormone levels, cycle length, and BMI can help identify PCOS in Chinese women but isn't for screening teens.
September 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Evening primrose oil significantly improves hormone levels and reduces BMI and cholesterol in women with PCOS.
18 citations,
July 2010 in “Expert Review of Endocrinology & Metabolism” The document concludes that PCOS has a strong genetic component, but more research is needed to fully understand the specific genes involved.
