The Interrelation Between Hirsutism and Androgen Hormone Levels as Well as Serum TNF-Alpha Concentrations

February 2024 in “ Malahayati Nursing Journal ”

Berliana Agata Siregar, Sri Ekawati

hirsutism androgen hormones serum TNFα inflammatory response hair follicles

Studysummary This study found that hirsutism in women is associated with elevated androgen hormone levels and increased serum TNFα, suggesting a link between androgen-driven inflammatory responses and excessive hair growth.

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