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Dienogest combined with ethinylestradiol is a highly effective birth control that improves menstrual symptoms and has manageable side effects.
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research Bicalutamide: A Review
Bicalutamide may help treat female pattern hair loss.
research Evaluation of Risk-Minimization Activities for Cyproterone Acetate 2 mg/Ethinylestradiol 35 µg: A Cross-Sectional Physician Survey
Most doctors know the thrombosis risk with Cyproterone/Ethinylestradiol, but some lack details on less common risks and patient instructions; educational materials are underused but useful.
research Inhibitory Effects of Tripterygium Wilfordii Multiglycoside on Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia in Rats
Tripterygium wilfordii multiglycoside effectively reduced prostate enlargement in rats without harmful effects.
research Lack of Effect of Spironolactone on Hair Shaft Diameter in Hirsute Females
Spironolactone did not make hair thinner in women with excess hair growth.
research Non-Contraceptive Benefits of Oral Hormonal Contraceptives
Oral contraceptives provide various health benefits beyond birth control, including managing menstrual issues, skin conditions, pain, and reducing the risk of certain cancers.
research Suspected Adverse Reactions to Medications and Food Supplements Containing Serenoa Repens: A Worldwide Analysis of Pharmacovigilance and Phytovigilance Spontaneous Reports
Serenoa repens is mostly safe but has some risks, especially at high doses or when used with other products for over two weeks.
research Topical Application of Ketoconazole Stimulates Hair Growth in C3H/HeN Mice
Putting ketoconazole on the skin can help mice grow hair.
research Topical Dutasteride with Microneedling in Treatment of Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Combining topical dutasteride with microneedling is more effective for hair growth than microneedling alone.
research Polygonum Multiflorum Extract Supports Hair Growth by Elongating Anagen Phase and Abrogating the Effect of Androgen in Cultured Human Dermal Papilla Cells
Polygonum multiflorum extract helps hair grow longer and fights the effects of hormones that cause hair loss.
research Abiraterone and Spironolactone in Prostate Cancer: A Combination to Avoid
Don't combine abiraterone and spironolactone for prostate cancer treatment as it may worsen the disease.
research Immunoreactivity of the SARS-CoV-2 Entry Proteins ACE-2 and TMPRSS-2 in Murine Models of Hormonal Manipulation, Aging, and Cardiac Injury
Age affects how certain proteins involved in COVID-19 infection are expressed in mice, but sex hormones and heart injury do not.
research The Clinical Management of Hirsutism
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.
research Chemical Pharmacotherapy Options for Managing Adult Acne
The conclusion is that more research is needed to better understand and treat adult acne, and that patient education and simple treatment plans are important for better results.
research 5α-Reductase Inhibition and Hair Growth Promotion of Some Thai Plants Traditionally Used for Hair Treatment
Some Thai plants, especially Carthamus tinctorius, could help prevent hair loss and promote hair growth without adverse effects.
research An Update on Medical Treatment Options for Hidradenitis Suppurativa
New treatments for a chronic skin condition show promise, but individualized plans are crucial due to varying responses.
research In Vitro Hair Growth-Promoting Effects of Araliadiol via the p38/PPAR-γ Signaling Pathway in Human Hair Follicle Stem Cells and Dermal Papilla Cells
Araliadiol may promote hair growth like minoxidil without being toxic.
research Fluridil, A Rationally Designed Topical Agent For Androgenetic Alopecia: First Clinical Experience
Fluridil safely promotes hair growth in men with androgenetic alopecia.
research Use of Oral Contraceptives in the Management of Acne
Birth control pills with low-dose estrogen and antiandrogenic progestins can effectively treat acne.
research Ameliorative Effects of Rutin Against Metabolic, Biochemical, and Hormonal Disturbances in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Rats
Rutin may help treat symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in rats.
research Contraceptive Use in Acne
Hormonal contraceptives can help treat acne by affecting sebum production and androgen levels.
research Philosophy and Technique in Hair Restoration Surgery
Hair restoration surgery has evolved over time, with a focus on natural-looking results and managing patient expectations, while also considering potential complications and the lifelong progression of male pattern baldness.
research A New Technique for Quantitative Analysis of Hair Loss in Mice Using Grayscale Analysis
Researchers developed a new, precise method to measure hair loss in mice using image analysis.
research Tissue-Selective Regulation of Androgen-Responsive Genes
The same hormone can affect gene expression differently in various tissues, which could lead to new treatments for conditions like hair loss.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Clinical, Pathophysiologic, and Therapeutic Review
No cure for female pattern hair loss, but various effective treatments exist.
research Fluridil, a Rationally Designed Topical Agent for Androgenetic Alopecia
Fluridil safely promotes hair growth in men with androgenetic alopecia.
research Improved Efficacy of Low-Dose Spironolactone and Metformin Combination Than Either Drug Alone in the Management of Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Six-Month, Open-Label Randomized Study
Taking low-dose spironolactone and metformin together works better for PCOS symptoms than either drug alone.
research Ganoderma Lucidum as an Inhibitor of Testosterone-Induced Prostatic Hyperplasia in Rats
Ganoderma lucidum may help treat enlarged prostate in rats.
research Oral and Topical Administration of Standardized Saw Palmetto Oil Reduces Hair Fall and Improves Hair Growth in Androgenetic Alopecia Subjects: A 16-Week Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Study
Saw palmetto extract reduced hair loss and improved hair growth in people with hair thinning.
research Immuno-Endocrinology of COVID-19: The Key Role of Sex Hormones
Sex hormones may affect COVID-19 severity, with estrogen possibly reducing risk and testosterone potentially increasing it.