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GlossaryPolycystic Ovary Syndrome (Polycystic Ovarian Disease)

hormonal disorder causing irregular periods, excess androgens, and ovarian cysts

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder common among women of reproductive age, characterized by irregular menstrual periods, excess androgen levels, and polycystic ovaries. It can lead to symptoms such as weight gain, acne, and hair thinning or loss (alopecia), and is associated with an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

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research Treatment of Hirsutism with Flutamide and a Low-Dosage Oral Contraceptive in Polycystic Ovarian Disease Patients

20 citations, December 1994 in “Fertility and sterility”

Flutamide combined with a low-dose birth control pill effectively reduces excessive hair growth in women with polycystic ovarian disease.

Correlation of Cutaneous Manifestations with Body Mass Index, Blood Glucose, and Hormonal Levels in Patients with Polycystic Ovarian Disease

research Correlation of Cutaneous Manifestations with Body Mass Index, Blood Glucose, and Hormonal Levels in Patients with Polycystic Ovarian Disease

3 citations, January 2020 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal”

Skin problems in patients with polycystic ovarian disease are linked to body weight, blood sugar, and hormone levels.

research Pattern of Dermatologic Manifestations in Polycystic Ovarian Disease Cases from a Tertiary Care Hospital

3 citations, January 2018 in “International Journal of Advances in Medicine”

The most common skin problems in polycystic ovarian disease are hirsutism and acne, and managing these symptoms is key for treatment.

A Prospective Cross-Sectional Observational Study on Prevalence of Clinical Manifestations and Hormonal Abnormalities Associated with Polycystic Ovarian Disease

research A Prospective Cross-Sectional Observational Study on Prevalence of Clinical Manifestations and Hormonal Abnormalities Associated with Polycystic Ovarian Disease

January 2022 in “World journal of pharmaceutical sciences”

Many women with polycystic ovarian disease show symptoms like excessive hair growth, acne, hair loss, and have high levels of certain hormones.

research Efficacy of Azadirachta Indica and Zingiber Officinale on Hirsutism in Polycystic Ovarian Disease: A Randomized Controlled Trial

April 2018 in “International journal of innovative research in medical science”

Neem and Zanjabeel are as effective as standard drugs for treating hirsutism in PCOD patients.

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community My scalp punch biopsy results🤔?

in Female 8 upvotes 1 year ago

Female using Rogaine foam for hair loss had scalp punch biopsy, diagnosed with Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA). Doctor recommended starting Spironolactone 50mg.

community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

in Research 692 upvotes 3 months ago

Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

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 1 year 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 Bryan Johnson just dropped his anti hair loss formula

in Treatment 339 upvotes 9 months ago

Bryan Johnson shared his hair loss treatment, which mainly relies on minoxidil and finasteride. Some users are skeptical of his results, while others appreciate his efforts in anti-aging and hair loss research.

community 21F AGA - 4 month hair growth progress (Minoxidil 5%, finasteride 1mg, theradome LLLT, viviscal vitamins, PRP twice)

in Progress Pictures 257 upvotes 2 years ago

A 21-year-old female shared her 4-month hair growth progress using Minoxidil 5%, finasteride 1mg, Theradome LLLT, Viviscal vitamins, and PRP treatments twice. Commenters praised her progress and discussed other treatments like microneedling, but she noted her dermatologist advised against it due to potential scalp damage.

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