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research Effect of Finasteride in Idiopathic Hirsutism
Finasteride significantly reduces hair growth in women with idiopathic hirsutism.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Clinical Aspects
The document says that understanding the causes of PCOS is important for treatment, especially in distinguishing the syndrome from just having cystic ovaries, and that losing weight is key for obese women with PCOS.
research Dermatologic Manifestations of COVID-19: A Comprehensive Systematic Review
COVID-19 can cause skin issues like chilblains and rashes, which may help in early detection, especially in patients without other symptoms.
research Hair Regrowth Through Wound Healing Process After Ablative Fractional Laser Treatment in a Murine Model
Laser treatment helped regrow hair in mice by activating a key growth pathway.
research Adverse Health Effects of Androgen Use
Using anabolic androgenic steroids can cause serious, lasting health problems in many parts of the body.
research Psychodermatology: The Intersection of Dermatology and Psychiatry
Many skin patients also have mental health issues, and doctors should treat both together.
research Finasteride: The First 5α-Reductase Inhibitor
Finasteride treats enlarged prostate and baldness, but may cause limited urinary improvement and sex-related side effects.
research Review of Human Hair Follicle Biology: Dynamics of Niches and Stem Cell Regulation for Possible Therapeutic Hair Stimulation for Plastic Surgeons
Understanding hair follicle biology and stem cell control could lead to new hair loss treatments.
research Clinical Approach to the Patient With Alopecia
Most hair loss disorders can be accurately diagnosed and treated in an outpatient setting.
research Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase (17β-HSD3, 17β-HSD5, and 3α-HSD3) Inhibitors: Extragonadal Regulation of Intracellular Sex Steroid Hormone Levels
Certain inhibitors can potentially treat prostate cancer and other hormone-dependent conditions by controlling sex hormone levels in cells.
research A Rational Approach to the Treatment of Vitiligo and Other Hypomelanoses
Tailor treatments for vitiligo to patient needs for best results.
research The Modern Management of Hirsutism
Effective hirsutism management requires identifying the cause, combining new and traditional treatments, and setting realistic expectations for patients.
research Kawasaki Disease: An Update
Early treatment with immunoglobulin and aspirin reduces heart complications in children with Kawasaki disease.
research Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia: A Detailed Review of 21-Hydroxylase Deficiency
CAH is a genetic disorder affecting cortisol production and causing hormonal imbalances, with treatment and diagnosis varying by form and symptoms.
research Helpful Diagnostic Markers of Steroidogenesis for Defining Hyperandrogenemia in Hirsute Women
The study concluded that androstendione and DHEA are important for diagnosing high male hormone levels in women with excessive hair growth.
research Thrombocytosis Associated with Low-Molecular-Weight Heparin
International medical graduates outperformed U.S. graduates on an internal medicine exam.
research Cyclosporine With and Without Systemic Corticosteroids in Treatment of Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review
Cyclosporine combined with corticosteroids is more effective for severe alopecia areata than cyclosporine alone.
research Retinoids for Chemoprophylaxis of Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer
Retinoids can prevent skin cancer in high-risk people but have side effects and require more research on dosing and effectiveness.
research Spironolactone May Be a Cause of Hormonally Associated Vestibulodynia and Female Sexual Arousal Disorder
Spironolactone might cause painful intercourse and decreased sexual arousal in women.
research Androgens and Hair: A Biological Paradox
Androgens can cause hair growth in some areas but hair loss on the scalp.
research Androgens in Women: Critical Evaluation of Methods for Their Determination in Diagnosing Endocrine Disorders
The conclusion is that standardizing testosterone measurement methods is essential for better diagnosis accuracy in women.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Comprehensive Review
The document concludes that managing PCOS involves treating symptoms and reducing long-term metabolic risks, with lifestyle changes being important.
research Androgenetic Alopecia in Heterozygous Carriers of a Mutation in the Human Hairless Gene
Mutation in hairless gene may increase hair loss risk.
research Physiology and Medical Treatments for Alopecia
Minoxidil, finasteride, and low-level laser light therapy are effective FDA-approved treatments for hair loss.
research Alopecia: Children Are Not Just Little People
Hair loss in children is diagnosed and treated differently than in adults, with different common causes and a focus on less invasive methods.
research Androgens and Hair: A Biological Paradox with Clinical Consequences
Androgens can both increase body hair and cause scalp hair loss.
research Thrombocytopenia and Leukopenia Associated with Itraconazole
Itraconazole may cause low platelet and white blood cell counts.
research Androgenetic Alopecia And Hair Growth Promotion: Present And Future
Current research explores hair growth drugs, while future research aims for personalized treatments.
research An Overview of Management of Drug-Induced Hair and Nail Disorders
Cooling the scalp may prevent hair loss from chemotherapy, hair often grows back after treatment, and nail issues usually improve after stopping the drug.