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.
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180-210 / 1000+ results research Hirsutism: Evaluation and Treatment
The conclusion is that proper diagnosis and long-term treatment, including medication, hair removal, and lifestyle changes, are important for improving hirsutism, especially in PCOS patients.
research Inhibition of Skin 5α-Reductase by Oral Contraceptive Progestins In Vitro
Norgestimate is the most effective birth control progestin for reducing an enzyme linked to acne and excessive hair growth in women.
research Balding Hair Follicle Dermal Papilla Cells Contain Higher Levels of Androgen Receptors Than Those From Non-Balding Scalp
Cells from balding scalps have more androgen receptors than cells from non-balding scalps.
research Androgen Metabolism as It Affects Hair Growth in Androgenetic Alopecia
Too much androgen can cause hair loss; finasteride may help.
research Hirsutism
Hirsutism is when women have too much hair growth, often due to a bit more androgen hormones and sensitive skin.
research Evaluation of RU58841 as an Anti-Androgen in Prostate PC3 Cells and a Topical Anti-Alopecia Agent in the Bald Scalp of Stumptailed Macaques
RU58841, a nonsteroidal anti-androgen, showed potential as a topical treatment for hair loss, increasing hair density, thickness, and length without systemic side effects in Stumptailed Macaques.
research Pharmacologic Therapy of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The document concludes that treating PCOS requires a combination of drugs to manage reproductive and metabolic symptoms, with more research needed on combination therapies.
research The Evaluation and Management of Hirsutism
Hirsutism in women often indicates a hormonal imbalance and can be managed with a combination of hormonal treatments and hair removal methods.
research Clinical and Endocrine Effects of Finasteride, a 5α-Reductase Inhibitor, in Women with Idiopathic Hirsutism
Finasteride reduces hairiness and androgen levels in women with unexplained excessive hair growth.
research Androgen Actions on the Human Hair Follicle: Perspectives
Androgens have complex effects on hair growth, promoting it in some areas but causing hair loss in others, and our understanding of this is still evolving.
research Hirsutism: From Diagnosis to Use of Antiandrogens
Antiandrogens are the main treatment for hirsutism, with individualized care and safe, affordable options needed.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss in Complete Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome
Hair loss in women may have causes other than hormones.
research Innovative Use of Spironolactone as an Antiandrogen in the Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss
Spironolactone helps regrow hair in women with hair loss.
research Hormonal Parameters in Androgenetic Hair Loss in Males
Men with male pattern hair loss have different levels of certain hormones compared to men without hair loss.
research Treatment of Hirsutism and Acne in Hyperandrogenism
Medicines that lower androgen levels and hair removal treatments help manage excessive hair and acne in women with PCOS.
research Altered Brain And Pituitary Androgen Metabolism By Prenatal, Perinatal Or Pre- And Postnatal Finasteride, Flutamide Or Dihydrotestosterone Treatment In Juvenile Male Rats
Treatment during development affects hormone balance and sexual behavior in male rats.
research The Involvement of ROS on Androgen Inducible TGF Beta 1 Regulation Derived from Dermal Papilla Cells: A Suggestive Implication of ROS on Androgenetic Alopecia
ROS may affect hair loss related to hormones.
research Thyroid Receptor β: A Promising Target for Developing Novel Anti-Androgenetic Alopecia Drugs
Thyroid receptor β can help develop new drugs to treat hair loss.
research Is There an Association Between 5α-Reductase Inhibitors and Metabolic Syndrome? A Narrative Review of the Literature
Finasteride and dutasteride may cause metabolic issues like liver disease and diabetes.
research Comparison of Cyproterone Acetate Plus Ethinyl Estradiol and Finasteride in the Treatment of Hirsutism
Cyproterone acetate plus ethinyl estradiol is generally more effective in treating hirsutism, but consider side effects and patient characteristics.
research Effects of Finasteride (MK-906), a 5α-Reductase Inhibitor, on Circulating Androgens in Male Volunteers
Finasteride safely lowers DHT levels without affecting testosterone.
research Development and Validation of Androgen-Induced Hair Loss and Anagen Induction Mouse Models for Pharmacological Evaluation of Anti-Androgenic Agents
The mouse models are effective for testing new hair loss treatments.
research In Vivo and In Silico Evaluation of Petroselinum Crispum Leaf Fractions as Anti-Alopecia
Parsley leaf fractions may help treat and prevent hair loss.
research Androgenetic Alopecia and Prostate Cancer: Findings from an Australian Case-Control Study
The conclusion is that there might be a link between certain types of baldness and prostate cancer, which could be due to shared hormonal pathways.
research Antiandrogen And Hormonal Treatment Of Acne
Certain hormone treatments can improve acne and related conditions in women.
research Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia: A Comprehensive Review
The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment of Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia are crucial for preventing serious health issues and improving patient outcomes.
research Bilateral Leydig Cell Hyperplasia: A Rare Cause of Postmenopausal Hirsutism
An unusual growth of Leydig cells in a woman's ovaries caused her excessive hair growth, which was treated successfully with surgery.
research Androgens and Hair: A Biological Paradox with Clinical Consequences
Androgens can both increase body hair and cause scalp hair loss.
research Clinical Case Seminar: Postmenopausal Androgen Excess - Challenges in Diagnostic Work-Up and Management of Ovarian Thecosis
The conclusion is that removing both ovaries is the best treatment for excess male hormones in postmenopausal women, with medication as another option, and managing insulin resistance is important for diagnosis and treatment.