48 citations
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February 2008 in “Nutrition in Clinical Practice”
This article reviews dietary recommendations for managing polycystic ovary syndrome and provides evidence that diet changes can improve the androgen profile in affected women, but it reports no new clinical results.
This article discusses the unclear aspects of diagnosing and treating polycystic ovarian syndrome and emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach but reports no clinical results.
88 citations
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June 2016 in “Human Reproduction Update”
This review discusses developments in oral contraceptives, highlighting improved individualization, reduced side effects, and enhanced suitability for various women's health needs, but it reports no new clinical results.
54 citations
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October 2010 in “Clinics in dermatology”
This article reviews the impact of diet on acne, suggesting that dairy and high-glycemic foods may contribute to acne development, but it presents no new clinical findings.
High sugar diets may worsen hair loss by increasing 5α-reductase activity and androgen levels, especially in women with PCOS. A low sugar diet might reduce scalp DHT levels, similar to finasteride, but genetics also significantly influence hair loss.
A 20-year-old male is unsure how to interpret his bloodwork results and whether he should take finasteride for hair loss. His bloodwork shows borderline high levels of albumin and testosterone, and high progesterone, but normal levels of other hormones.
A 31-year-old male experienced hair shedding after rapid weight loss and stopping vitamins, despite using minoxidil and other supplements. He is considering Saw Palmetto and Pumpkin Seed Oil instead of finasteride due to trying for kids, and is concerned about high ferritin and DHEAS levels.
Hair loss treatments, specifically, discussing the effectiveness and side effects of finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 in various microdoses. It also includes an updated graph which provides information on how different doses affect DHT levels, scalp skin and serum androgen levels, as well as hair count.
Pumpkin seed oil may reduce hair loss, but its effectiveness varies. Some users combine it with medications like finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 for better results.