Endocrinology Update: Hirsutism

December 2016 in “ PubMed ”

Joel J. Heidelbaugh

hirsutism terminal hair growth androgen-dependent areas polycystic ovary syndrome idiopathic hyperandrogenemia adrenal hyperplasia androgen-secreting tumors endocrine disorders hormonal therapies antiandrogens PCOS

TLDR Hirsutism involves excessive hair growth due to hormonal issues and can be treated with medication or surgery.

Hirsutism was defined as excessive terminal hair growth in androgen-dependent areas, often following a male pattern, and could affect both men and women. Common causes included polycystic ovary syndrome, idiopathic hyperandrogenemia, adrenal hyperplasia, androgen-secreting tumors, and various endocrine disorders. Diagnostic guidelines primarily targeted premenopausal women, but evaluations for underlying conditions in postmenopausal women and men were also necessary. Management focused on eliminating causative drugs, assessing hormonal dysregulation, and identifying tumors. Treatment options included hormonal therapies, antiandrogens, and surgical interventions for tumors.

View this study on pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov →

Discuss this study in the Community →

Related Community Posts Join

6 / 29 results

community Scalp tension and thickness of the galea aponeurotica, inflammation and potential treatment pathways

in Research/Science 3 years ago

Scalp tension potentially affecting hair loss, and potential treatments for male pattern baldness such as Minoxidil, Finasteride and RU58841. Evidence from a study was discussed which suggests that the cause of MPB lies within the follicle itself and is not dependent on its surrounding environment.

community Currently Trending Twitter Post: Clascoterone Hailed as New Cure

in Research/Science 1897 upvotes 3 months ago

Clascoterone is being discussed as a promising new hair loss treatment, showing significant improvement in trials. Despite this, skepticism persists about its effectiveness, cost, and side effects, with some users preferring minoxidil and finasteride.

community Minoxdil 2x/day, Nizoral 1-3x/week. Healthy diet and regular exercise. Dec 6th-Feb 6th.

in Progress Pictures 133 upvotes 4 years ago

Hair loss treatment with Minoxidil 2x/day, Nizoral 1-3x/week, healthy diet, and regular exercise showed great results in 2 months. No finasteride was mentioned.

community Minoxidil is connecting the hair on the inner part of my arms

in Satire 2 years ago

This conversation is about a user who has been using Minoxidil for nine months and just noticed hair growing on the inner part of their arms. Responses to this post suggest that they should continue using it, with an increase in frequency from 5% twice a day, as well as trying finasteride if needed.

community Spironolactone or bicalutamide prescription

in Treatment 4 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation is about someone seeking a doctor in the EU who prescribes spironolactone or bicalutamide for female pattern hair loss, as they are having difficulty finding treatment options beyond Minoxidil in Austria. They are asking for recommendations and are open to direct messages for assistance.

community How does hair loss and recovery work?

in Chat 12 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss varies due to genetic sensitivity to DHT and other factors. Treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and microneedling.

Related Research

1 / 1 results

research Hirsutism

July 2011 in “Oxford University Press eBooks”

The document's conclusion cannot be determined without content to analyze.