research Ovarian Leydig Cell Tumor in a Post-Menopausal Patient with Severe Hyperandrogenism
An 81-year-old woman's severe male hormone symptoms were caused by an ovarian tumor, which was treated with surgery.
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research Molecular Pathology of Skin Adnexal Tumors
New markers and pathways have been found in skin tumors, helping better understand and diagnose them.
research Hirsutism and Virilization
Hirsutism is common body hair growth due to genetics and hormones, and while not a disease, it can be distressing; virilisation includes hirsutism with other male traits and needs medical attention.
research Rational Investigations in the Diagnosis and Management of Women with Hirsutism or Androgenetic Alopecia
Diagnose and manage hair issues in women by checking medical conditions and using personalized treatments.
research Ovarian Leydig Cell Tumor and Postmenopausal Hirsutism with Signs of Virilization
A woman's excessive hair growth and masculine features were due to a rare benign ovarian tumor and endometrial cancer, which improved after surgery.
research Case 33-2015
The woman's surgery lowered her testosterone and improved scalp hair loss but did not change her excessive body hair.
research Ovarian Hilus Cell Hyperplasia and Sertoli-Leydig Cell Tumor in a Patient with Postmenopausal Virilization: A Rare Case Report
A woman's male-like physical changes were caused by two rare ovarian conditions.
research Distinctive Acne Entities
Acne can appear or persist in adulthood due to hormonal changes, external factors, or substance use, and requires appropriate treatment.
research Neurosteroids, Neuroactive Steroids, and Symptoms of Affective Disorders
Certain steroids in the brain affect mood and symptoms of depression, and treatments targeting these steroids show promise for improving these symptoms.
research How Should Postmenopausal Androgen Excess Be Evaluated?
Evaluate postmenopausal women with high androgen levels using medical history, physical exams, lab tests, and imaging to manage health risks.
research Hirsutism: Evaluation and Treatment
Excessive hair growth can be assessed by history, exam, and blood tests, and treated with medication like dexamethasone, birth control pills, and spironolactone.
research Case 4-2012
Early diagnosis and treatment of TPP can prevent complications.
research Skin Academy: Hair, Skin, Hormones and Menopause – Current Status on the Management of Hair Disorders in Menopausal Women
Menopause affects hair and skin; more research needed for treatment.
research Androgen Receptor Accelerates Premature Senescence of Human Dermal Papilla Cells in Association with DNA Damage
Androgen receptor signaling causes early aging of cells important for hair growth by damaging their DNA.
research Gynecologic and Andrologic Dermatology and the Metabolic Syndrome
Skin diseases linked to insulin resistance should be managed to prevent diabetes and reduce heart disease risk.
research Lichen Planopilaris in Women: A Retrospective Review at Mayo Clinic (1992-2016)
Women with lichen planopilaris often have thyroid disease, depression, anxiety, and may respond to treatment with slowed disease progression.
research Hirsuties
Hirsutism in women is often due to hormone sensitivity and has significant psychological effects.
research Cushing's Syndrome in the Elderly: Data From the European Registry on Cushing's Syndrome
Older patients with Cushing's syndrome often have different symptoms and treatment outcomes compared to younger patients.
research Case 18-2018: A 45-Year-Old Woman with Hypertension, Fatigue, and Altered Mental Status
A woman with Cushing's syndrome improved after surgery to remove a tumor causing the condition.
research Advanced Hyperandrogenism in a Postmenopausal Woman: Case Report
A postmenopausal woman's high testosterone levels and symptoms improved after removing a tumor from her ovary.
research Gerbils
Proper care and diet are crucial to prevent health issues in gerbils.
research Controversies in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Diagnosing and treating PCOS is complex due to differing criteria and requires a team approach.
research Metastatic Embryonal Cell Carcinoma with High Testosterone and Absence of Secondary Sexual Characteristics
Treatment restored normal sexual characteristics and blood condition in a patient with testicular cancer.
research A Pure Androgen-Secreting Adrenal Cortical Tumor in a 13-Year-Old Female
A 13-year-old girl's masculine symptoms improved after surgery for a rare adrenal tumor that produced male hormones.
research A Case of Cushing Syndrome
A woman with Cushing's syndrome improved after surgery to remove an adrenal tumor.
research An Update on Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia is a genetic disorder with two forms, causing symptoms like early puberty and severe acne, but can be identified through screening and treated with glucocorticoids.
research Co-Secretion of Testosterone and Cortisol by a Functional Adrenocortical Oncocytoma
A woman's rare adrenal tumor caused high testosterone and cortisol levels, which normalized after the tumor was removed.
research Testosterone- and Cortisol-Secreting Adrenocortical Oncocytoma: An Unusual Cause of Hirsutism
A woman's excessive hair growth was caused by a rare benign tumor in her adrenal gland, which was successfully removed.
research Case Report: A Virilizing Adrenal Oncocytoma
A woman's symptoms of increased body hair and testosterone were caused by a rare adrenal tumor, which was removed successfully.
research Endocrine Evaluation of Hirsutism
Women with excessive male-pattern hair growth should get a full hormone check-up to find and treat any underlying issues, considering both medical and emotional aspects.