research Managing the PCOS-Related Symptoms of Hirsutism, Acne, and Hair Loss
Birth control pills and anti-androgen medications help manage hair growth, acne, and hair loss in women with PCOS.
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research A Review of Hormonal Therapy for Female Pattern (Androgenic) Alopecia
Hormonal therapy like cyproterone acetate and spironolactone may help female hair loss, but more research is needed, especially for pre-menopausal women.
research Pharmacological Options for Treatment of Hyperandrogenic Disorders
Different drugs can treat high male hormone levels in women, but they have various effects and some may harm a fetus.
research Hirsutism II: Treatment
The document concludes that various cosmetic and drug treatments are available for hirsutism, and some new drugs show promise.
research Connarus Semidecandrus Jack Exerts Anti-Alopecia Effects by Targeting 5α-Reductase Activity and an Intrinsic Apoptotic Pathway
Connarus semidecandrus Jack extract promotes hair growth and thickness, reduces prostate cancer cell growth, and could potentially be used as a treatment for hair loss.
research Potentiality of Petroleum Ether (60-80°C) Extract of Glycyrrhiza Glabra on Androgenic Alopecia
Glycyrrhiza glabra extract may prevent hair loss like finasteride.
research Cyanidin-3-O-Glucoside And Its Derivative Vitisin A Alleviate Androgenetic Alopecia By Exerting Anti-Androgen Effect And Inhibiting Dermal Papilla Cell Apoptosis
C3G and Vitisin A may help prevent hair loss by blocking male hormones and stopping hair cell death.
research A Review of Hormonal Therapy for Female Pattern (Androgenic) Alopecia
Hormonal therapies like cyproterone acetate and spironolactone may help some women with hair loss, but finasteride 1mg is not useful, and the effectiveness of other treatments is still unclear.
research Saw Palmetto
Saw palmetto is not proven to improve urinary flow, prostate size, or hair loss.
research Inhibitory Activities of Puerariae Flos Against Testosterone 5α-Reductase and Its Hair Growth Promotion Activities
Puerariae Flos extract may help treat hair loss by blocking a hair loss-related enzyme and promoting hair growth.
research A Comparison Between Spironolactone and Spironolactone Plus Finasteride in the Treatment of Hirsutism
Spironolactone plus finasteride reduces hirsutism more effectively.
research Transfollicular Enhancement of Gel Containing Cationic Niosomes Loaded with Unsaturated Fatty Acids in Rice Bran Semi-Purified Fraction
The gel with special fat-loaded particles from rice bran could be an effective skin treatment for hair loss.
research Curcumin Derivatives Inhibit Testicular 17β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase 3
Curcumin and its derivatives can block an enzyme important for making testosterone, with one derivative being particularly strong.
research Effect of Ficus Carica Leaf Extract on the Gene Expression of Selected Factors in HaCaT Cells
Ficus carica leaf extract may help treat skin disorders by reducing inflammation and androgen effects in skin cells.
research Androgenetic Alopecia and COVID-19: A Review of the Hypothetical Role of Androgens
Possible link between androgens and COVID-19 severity; more research needed.
research The Promotion of Hair Regrowth by Topical Application of a Perilla Frutescens Extract Through Increased Cell Viability and Antagonism of Testosterone and Dihydrotestosterone
Applying an extract from Perilla frutescens helps hair grow and fights the effects of hair loss hormones.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: An Evidence-Based Treatment Update
Effective treatments for male pattern baldness include oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, while topical minoxidil is best for female pattern baldness.
research Hormonal Contraceptives: Pharmacology Tailored to Women's Health
New hormonal contraceptives are safer, have fewer side effects, and offer health benefits for women.
research Testosterone 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitory Active Constituents of Piper Nigrum Leaf
Black pepper leaf extract contains compounds that can block testosterone effects and promote hair growth.
research Profile of the Progesterone Derivative Chlormadinone Acetate: Pharmacodynamic Properties and Therapeutic Applications
Chlormadinone acetate is a strong, well-tolerated hormone used in birth control and hormone therapy with benefits for menstrual pain and skin conditions.
research Contemporary Medical Therapy for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
New treatments for PCOS focus on insulin resistance and reducing testosterone levels, along with traditional hormone therapies.
research 5α-Reductase Type 1 Inhibition of Oryza Sativa Bran Extract Prepared by Supercritical Carbon Dioxide Fluid
Rice bran extract might help prevent hair loss.
research Selenium and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Current Knowledge and Future Directions
Selenium might help with insulin resistance and cholesterol in PCOS, but more research is needed to confirm its benefits.
research A New Label-Free Screen for Steroid 5α-Reductase Inhibitors Using LC-MS
Researchers developed a new method to find substances in herbs that can block a specific enzyme linked to hair loss.
research The Beneficial Effects of Pumpkin (Cucurbita Pepo L.) Seed Oil for Men's Health
Pumpkin seed oil may improve prostate health, bladder control, and hair growth in men.
research Computer-Based Screening of Selected Phytoconstituents from Cyperus Rotundus Linn. Against 5 Alpha Reductase Enzyme
Phytoconstituents from Cyperus Rotundus may help treat hirsutism by interacting with the 5 α reductase enzyme.
research Comprehensive Overview of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
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.
research Acanthosis Nigricans, Insulin Resistance, And Cutaneous Virilism
Patients with acanthosis nigricans often have insulin resistance and signs of increased male hormones, but treatment targeting these male hormones is generally ineffective.
research Hirsutism: Diagnosis and Treatment
The document concludes that proper diagnosis and combined treatments are key for hirsutism management, and weight loss may help overweight patients.
research The Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Acne
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) often leads to severe acne, and lifestyle changes and hormonal treatments can help manage it.