research Approach to the Patient: Hirsutism
Hirsutism affects many women and is managed with a combination of medical treatments and hair removal, tailored to individual needs.
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research Criticizing Modified Ferriman-Gallwey Scoring System in the Evaluation of Hirsutism in 1034 Turkish Women
The study suggests using a score of 11 on the mFG scale to diagnose hirsutism in Turkish women, with adjustments for age, skin type, and family history.
research Hirsutism Scoring in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Concordance Between Clinicians' and Patients' Self-Scoring
Patients with PCOS tend to score their hirsutism higher than clinicians, making self-scoring less useful for diagnosis.
research Grading of Hirsutism: A Practical Approach to the Modified Ferriman-Gallwey Scoring System
Checking the chin, thighs, upper lip, or lower abdomen is enough to predict hirsutism.
research Enhanced Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Screening: Incorporating Population and Symptom-Specific Scales Into a Validated Questionnaire and Assessment of the Syndrome’s Associated Factors: An Analytical Cross-Sectional Study
Efficient PCOS screening is crucial for early detection, with lifestyle factors like fruit intake potentially aiding prevention.
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A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after 3 months using a topical foam with 5% Minoxidil and 0.25% Finasteride. They plan to add derma rolling to their routine.
community Modest results from 2 1/2 years of treatment
A 25-year-old shared progress on hair regrowth after 2.5 years of oral finasteride and over a year of inconsistent topical minoxidil use, noting significant density gains despite a long-standing receded hairline. The user emphasized patience, as noticeable improvements took about 18 months, and mentioned using Ascend brand finasteride and occasional Nizoral shampoo for seborrheic dermatitis.
community 2 months Fin/min update. 1mg fin a day, 5%min-0.1%fin topical twice a day, Vitamin D3 50,000 IU once a week.
A user shared their 2-month progress using 1mg finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil with 0.1% finasteride topically twice a day, and Vitamin D3 weekly. They experienced initial side effects like weaker erections and mood swings, which resolved after one month.