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      Hirsutism II: Treatment

      research Hirsutism II: Treatment

      15 citations, August 1998 in “Australasian journal of dermatology”
      The document concludes that various cosmetic and drug treatments are available for hirsutism, and some new drugs show promise.
      Acne Vulgaris

      research Acne Vulgaris

      January 2018 in “Springer eBooks”
      The document says that early treatment of Acne Vulgaris is important to prevent scarring and that adult onset acne is common in women, often due to hormonal imbalances.
      Adult Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Begins in Childhood

      research Adult Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Begins in Childhood

      124 citations, June 2002 in “Best Practice & Research Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism”
      Polycystic Ovary Syndrome likely starts in childhood and may be genetic and influenced by early hormone exposure.

      research Hirsutism

      67 citations, January 1997 in “Lancet”
      Hirsutism is when women have too much hair growth, often due to a bit more androgen hormones and sensitive skin.
      Hyperandrogenism in Adolescent Girls

      research Hyperandrogenism in Adolescent Girls

      14 citations, January 2012 in “Endocrine development”
      The conclusion is that a thorough approach is needed to diagnose and manage hyperandrogenism in teenage girls, recognizing its major psychological and health effects.

      research Management of Hirsutism

      55 citations, March 2000 in “American journal of clinical dermatology”
      Antiandrogens, particularly flutamide and CPA, are most effective for treating hirsutism, with long-term use needed for best results.
      Medical Treatment of Hirsutism

      research Medical Treatment of Hirsutism

      66 citations, September 2008 in “Dermatologic therapy”
      The conclusion is that the best initial treatment for hirsutism is usually oral contraceptives, with the addition of antiandrogens or insulin sensitizers if needed, and topical eflornithine or laser treatments as supplementary options.
      The Clinical Management of Hirsutism

      research The Clinical Management of Hirsutism

      30 citations, April 1997 in “European journal of endocrinology”
      The document concludes that managing hirsutism involves identifying the cause, using a scoring system for severity, combining cosmetic and medical treatments, encouraging weight loss, and providing psychological support, while noting the need for more research on drug treatments.
      Hormonal Therapy in Dermatology

      research Hormonal Therapy in Dermatology

      24 citations, January 2001 in “Dermatologic clinics”
      Hormonal therapy is a treatment option for acne, the only medical treatment for hirsutism, and the most promising for androgenetic alopecia.
      The Modern Management of Hirsutism

      research The Modern Management of Hirsutism

      19 citations, September 2004 in “Reviews in gynaecological practice”
      Effective hirsutism management requires identifying the cause, combining new and traditional treatments, and setting realistic expectations for patients.
      Testosterone Therapy in Premenopausal Women

      research Testosterone Therapy in Premenopausal Women

      10 citations, April 2006 in “Seminars in Reproductive Medicine”
      Testosterone therapy may improve mood, well-being, and sexual function in premenopausal women, but more research is needed on its long-term safety and effectiveness.
      Hirsutism and Virilization

      research Hirsutism and Virilization

      11 citations, February 1980 in “BMJ. British medical journal”
      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.
      Treatment of Hyperandrogenism in Women

      research Treatment of Hyperandrogenism in Women

      8 citations, January 1996 in “Gynecological Endocrinology”
      Cyproterone acetate is the preferred treatment for women's hyperandrogenism when estrogen/progestogen use is safe.
      Pubertal Acne

      research Pubertal Acne

      January 2016 in “Springer eBooks”
      Pubertal acne is linked to hormonal changes, affects quality of life, and is treated similarly to adult acne.
      Comprehensive Overview of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

      research Comprehensive Overview of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

      883 citations, August 2016 in “Nature Reviews Disease Primers”
      Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common condition in women that can cause metabolic, reproductive, and psychological issues, and requires lifestyle changes and medication for management.
      Endocrine Evaluation of Hirsutism

      research Endocrine Evaluation of Hirsutism

      29 citations, February 2017 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology”
      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.
      Revisiting Hyper- and Hypo-Androgenism by Tandem Mass Spectrometry

      research Revisiting Hyper- and Hypo-Androgenism by Tandem Mass Spectrometry

      27 citations, April 2013 in “Reviews in endocrine and metabolic disorders”
      The document concludes that using LC-MS/MS for measuring androgens is more accurate than older methods, but it needs careful validation and standardized references to be most effective.
      The Diagnosis and Management of Hirsutism

      research The Diagnosis and Management of Hirsutism

      10 citations, January 2003 in “Seminars in reproductive medicine”
      The article explains how to identify and treat excessive hair growth in women, which can be distressing and may signal other health problems.