research Effect of Body Mass Index on Phenotypic Features of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Singapore Women: A Prospective Cross-Sectional Study
High BMI worsens hair growth in women with PCOS.
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5 / 217 resultsresearch Association Between Insulin Resistance and Hyperandrogenism in Women with PCOS: A Cross-Sectional Clinical Study
Insulin resistance is strongly linked to higher androgen levels in women with PCOS.
research Comparison of Self-Assessed and Clinician-Assessed Hirsutism Diagnosed According to the Modified Ferriman-Gallwey Scale Among Female Outpatients in Brazil
Self-assessed hirsutism scores are not reliable for clinical diagnosis but may help in screening.
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 Defining Hirsutism in Chinese Women: A Cross-Sectional Study
An mFG score of 5 or more indicates above-normal hair growth in Southern Chinese women.
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3 / 3 resultscommunity 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.
community 3 and a bit months on topical min & fin
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.