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GlossaryOvarian Cancer (ovarian carcinoma)

type of cancer originating in the female reproductive glands

Ovarian cancer, also known as ovarian carcinoma, is a type of cancer that begins in the ovaries, which are the female reproductive glands responsible for producing eggs and hormones like estrogen and progesterone. It is often diagnosed at a later stage because its early symptoms are vague and can be easily mistaken for other common conditions. Early detection and treatment are crucial for improving survival rates.

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research Cashmere Growth Control in Liaoning Cashmere Goat by Ovarian Carcinoma Immunoreactive Antigen-Like Protein 2 and Decorin Genes

7 citations , March 2018 in “Asian-Australasian journal of animal sciences”

OCIAD2 and DCN genes affect hair growth in goats by having opposite effects on a growth signaling pathway and inhibiting each other.

research S100A4/Nonmuscle Myosin IIA/p53 Axis Contributes to Aggressive Features in Ovarian High-Grade Serous Carcinoma

32 citations , August 2020 in “American Journal Of Pathology”

S100A4 promotes aggressive ovarian cancer and is a potential treatment target.

research Chemotherapy in Gynecologic Malignancy

March 1965 in “Hospital Topics”

Chemotherapy provides symptom relief and extends life in 30-50% of gynecological cancer cases, but has only cured choriocarcinoma.

research Steroidogenesis in Steroid-Related Cancers

December 2016 in “University of Birmingham Institutional Research Archive (University of Birmingham)”

Steroid-producing capabilities in certain cancers may contribute to treatment resistance.

Clinical Exome Sequencing Unveils the Genetic Landscape of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Focusing on Lean and Obese Phenotypes: Implications for Cost-Effective Diagnosis and Personalized Treatment

research Clinical Exome Sequencing Unveils the Genetic Landscape of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Focusing on Lean and Obese Phenotypes: Implications for Cost-Effective Diagnosis and Personalized Treatment

June 2024 in “Research Square (Research Square)”

Young women in West Bengal, India, with PCOS often have estrogen resistance, leptin receptor issues, folate deficiency, T2DM, and acanthosis, commonly linked to obesity.

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community Female, 30, PCOS diagnosis, MPB Norwood 2. Endo refuses to give anything other than Spironolactone. Feel like I’m at my wit’s end here.

in Female 56 upvotes 2 years ago

A 30-year-old female with PCOS and male pattern baldness is frustrated with her endocrinologist's recommendation of only Spironolactone and minoxidil, feeling that dutasteride, finasteride, and progesterone would be more effective. Other users suggest various online sources for treatments, warn against self-medicating due to potential risks, and recommend seeking a specialized endocrinologist or considering additional treatments like Inositol, Berberine, and dermaneedling.

community People's ignorance on MPB is both frustrating and harmful to balding men and it's important to educate other balding men on Fin/Min/Dut (Discussion)

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 155 upvotes 1 year ago

Many are unaware of effective male pattern baldness treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, often opting for ineffective remedies. Educating others on proven treatments and potential side effects is crucial.

community 11-month update. This time wet hair comparison!

in Progress Pictures 108 upvotes 2 years ago

The post discusses an 11-month hair loss treatment journey using dutasteride, minoxidil, nizoral, and 1.5mm derma rolling. The responses inquire about the frequency of derma rolling and express optimism for further progress.

community PCOS Hair Loss: What’s Helped Me (and What Didn’t)

in Treatment 9 upvotes 3 months ago

OP shares their experience with PCOS-related hair loss, highlighting that addressing vitamin D and ferritin deficiencies, managing hormones with spironolactone, and using gentle hair care products helped improve their condition. They advise against relying on "miracle" hair oils and emphasize the importance of medical evaluation and a combined approach to treatment.

community Losing Hair on Dutasteride? You might have LPP

in Research/Science 100 upvotes 9 months ago

Men with hair loss might have lichen planopilaris (LPP), which can mimic androgenetic alopecia, leading to misdiagnosis and ineffective treatment with finasteride or dutasteride. Proper diagnosis, including biopsies, is crucial to distinguish between androgenetic alopecia and conditions like LPP.

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