research Differential Diagnosis of Hyperandrogenism in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The conclusion is that accurately identifying the cause of high androgen levels in women with PCOS is crucial and requires specific tests.
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research The Hirsute Woman: Challenges in Evaluation and Management
Most hirsutism cases are due to PCOS, and treatment focuses on lowering testosterone and blocking its effects.
research Frontiers in the Neuroendocrine Controls of Hair Growth
Hair growth and health are influenced by stress and hormones.
research The Steroidogenesis Inhibitor Finasteride Reduces the Response to Both Stressful and Rewarding Stimuli
Finasteride reduces response to stress and rewards, affecting behavior and mental health.
research Insulin Resistance Is Increased in Alopecia Areata Patients
People with alopecia areata have higher insulin resistance.
research Hair Glucocorticoid Levels in Parkinson’s Disease
People with Parkinson's disease have higher levels of cortisone in their hair, which may indicate chronic stress hormone dysfunction.
research Hirsutism in Women: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Hirsutism in women is mostly caused by polycystic ovary syndrome and idiopathic hyperandrogenism.
research Hyperandrogenism in Adolescent Girls: Diagnosis and Management
Diagnosing PCOS in teenage girls is tricky and requires careful evaluation and management.
research Acne in Dark Skin: Prevalence, Presentation, and Treatment
Acne in dark skin is influenced by environmental factors and can lead to hyperpigmentation, with various treatment options available.
research Can AMH Levels Distinguish LOCAH from PCOS Among Hirsute Women?
AMH levels can't reliably tell the difference between LOCAH and all types of PCOS in women with excessive hair growth.
research Local Injection of Triamcinolone Acetonide: A Forgotten Etiology of Cushing’s Syndrome
Injecting steroids like Triamcinolone Acetonide for skin treatments can cause Cushing's Syndrome.
research Bibliometric Study of Adaptogens in Dermatology: Pharmacophylogeny, Phytochemistry, and Pharmacological Mechanisms
Plant adaptogens may help treat skin diseases and improve skin health, but more research is needed to fully understand how they work.
research Endocrine and Art: Why Diana Is Depicted with Mild Androgenic Alopecia?
Possible endocrine disorders caused woman's hair loss and obesity in painting.
research Hirsutism in Young Girls: Beyond PCOS
Hirsutism in young girls can have causes other than PCOS, so diagnoses should be reassessed if treatments don't work.
research A Diagnostically Challenging Case of Hyperandrogenism in a Postmenopausal Woman
The case highlights the complexity of diagnosing high testosterone in older women and the need for thorough testing.
research Case 1: Clitoromegaly, Oligomenorrhea, and Hirsutism in a 17-Year-Old Transgender Male
Parental support and gender-affirming care are crucial for the mental health of transgender adolescents.
research The Glucocorticoid Resistance Syndrome: Two Cases of a Novel Pathogenic Variant in the Glucocorticoid Receptor Gene
A new gene variant causes glucocorticoid resistance in a mother and son.
research Neuroendocrine, Neurotransmitter, and Gut Microbiota Imbalance Contributing to Potential Psychiatric Disorder Prevalence in PCOS
PCOS may increase the risk of mental health issues like depression and anxiety.
research Hair Cortisol: A Biomarker of Chronic Stress in Animals and Its Association With Reproduction
High levels of cortisol in hair show long-term stress which can lower fertility in animals.
research Rare and Underappreciated Causes of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Some lesser-known causes of PCOS include autoimmune issues, genetic mutations, and changes in the body's microbiome.
research Parity-Related Variation in Cortisol Concentrations in Hair During Pregnancy and Postpartum: A Prospective Cohort Study
First-time mothers had higher stress hormone levels in late pregnancy than mothers who had given birth before.
research Melampus and the Cure of Proetus' Daughters
Melampus might have cured Proetus' daughters, who possibly had ergotism or Cushing's syndrome, using the herb Helleborus niger, but a mix of factors could have caused their symptoms.
research An Approach to the Patient With Hirsutism
Most women with hirsutism have normal hormone levels and can be treated with cosmetic methods; obesity and PCOS are common causes, and treatments depend on the underlying issue.
research Generalized Glucocorticoid Resistance
Mutations in the glucocorticoid receptor gene cause reduced sensitivity to glucocorticoids and may lead to poor response to treatment.
research New Frontiers in Human Hair Follicle Neuroendocrinology
Human scalp hair follicles can produce and respond to several hormones, affecting hair growth and pigmentation.
research Menstrual Irregularity in Hirsute Women
Hirsute women with ovarian-sourced hirsutism are more likely to have irregular periods, with higher BMI and altered hormone ratios.
research G-Proteins, Receptor Signal Transduction, and Growth Hormone Secretion
The document concludes that antiandrogenic drugs like cyproterone acetate and spironolactone are effective but not permanent treatments for skin-related androgenization in women.
research Measurement and Comparison of Various Androgen Levels in Women with Severe Acne, Hirsutism, and Androgenic Alopecia
Women with severe acne, hirsutism, and androgenic alopecia often have higher levels of certain androgens, but the specific pattern can't be predicted just by looking at symptoms.
research The Evaluation of the Role of Androgens in Hirsutism and the Use of a New Anti-Androgen Cyproterone Acetate for Therapy
Cyproterone acetate combined with ethinyl estradiol significantly reduced hirsutism in women.
research Oral Contraceptives as Anti-Androgenic Treatment of Acne
Birth control pills can help reduce mild to moderate acne in women.