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      Fibrothecoma of Ovary with Virilizing Features

      research Fibrothecoma of Ovary with Virilizing Features

      1 citations , January 2018 in “Journal of SAFOMS”
      This case report describes a postmenopausal woman with a rare instance of ovarian fibrothecoma exhibiting virilizing features, who presented with symptoms such as excess hair growth and clitoromegaly.

      research Hirsutism

      June 2015 in “Obstetrics, gynaecology and reproductive medicine”
      This article reviews the causes, physiology, and treatment strategies for hirsutism in women, highlighting that effective management often requires addressing underlying conditions and may involve lifestyle changes and pharmacological interventions.

      research MANAGEMENT OF ENDOCRINE DISEASE: Hyperandrogenism after menopause

      84 citations , September 2014 in “European journal of endocrinology”
      This review examines the causes and characteristics of androgen excess in postmenopausal women, but reports no new clinical results; the authors emphasize challenges in diagnosis and potential long-term health impacts.
      Visually Scoring Hirsutism

      research Visually scoring hirsutism

      288 citations , June 2009 in “Human reproduction update”
      This review examines various methods for assessing hair growth in women, highlighting the usefulness of the mFG visual scoring method for diagnosing hirsutism despite its limitations.

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      community Unwanted hair growth from minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  57 upvotes 1 year ago
      Unwanted hair growth from minoxidil use, with suggestions to reduce dosage or switch to finasteride. Users recommend hair removal methods like shaving, waxing, or electrolysis to manage excess facial hair.

      community 3 months on Minoxidil 5% once per day

       1019 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair growth after using minoxidil 5% and finasteride 1.25mg daily for three months, despite initial shedding. They noted improved hair density, especially at the temples, and plan to manage excess hair growth on the forehead.

      community How much excessive body hair with oral min?

      in Minoxidil  12 upvotes 11 months ago
      Oral minoxidil can lead to increased body hair growth, especially in areas where hair already exists, but results vary by individual. Some users report noticeable changes within a few months, while others see minimal impact; concerns about excessive hair growth are common, but many prioritize hairline improvement over body hair concerns.

      community Creatine is the opposite of minoxidil !

       324 upvotes 11 months ago
      Creatine may counteract minoxidil's hair growth effects by closing potassium ATP channels, potentially leading to hair loss in predisposed individuals. Despite anecdotal reports, there is no conclusive evidence linking creatine to hair loss.

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      learn Estradiol

      an estrogen promoting hair regrowth more commonly used in women