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      Androgens and Alopecia

      research Androgens and Alopecia

      165 citations, December 2002 in “Molecular and Cellular Endocrinology”
      Male hormones, particularly DHT, are linked to male pattern hair loss, and treatments like finasteride can help, but they don't work for postmenopausal women's hair loss, which may have different causes.
      Acne: Hormonal Concepts and Therapy

      research Acne: Hormonal Concepts and Therapy

      118 citations, September 2004 in “Clinics in Dermatology”
      Hormones, especially androgens, play a big role in acne, but most acne sufferers don't have a hormone disorder. Hormonal treatments, including birth control pills, can be very effective for women whose acne doesn't improve with regular treatments.
      Hair Loss in Women: Comprehensive Overview and Treatment Options

      research Hair Loss in Women: Comprehensive Overview and Treatment Options

      81 citations, March 2009 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery”
      Effective hair loss treatment in women requires correct diagnosis and can include medications like minoxidil, antiandrogens, and treatments for underlying conditions like PCOS.
      Hair Physiology and Its Disorders

      research Hair Physiology and Its Disorders

      31 citations, May 2008 in “Drug Discovery Today: Disease Mechanisms”
      Different hair growth problems are caused by genetic issues or changes in hair growth cycles, and new treatments are being developed.
      Acne in Women

      research Acne in Women

      30 citations, June 2015 in “British Journal of Dermatology”
      Acne is common in women, often hormone-related, negatively affects quality of life, and requires various treatments.
      The Clinical Management of Hirsutism

      research The Clinical Management of Hirsutism

      30 citations, April 1997 in “European journal of endocrinology”
      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.
      Androgen Antagonists in Androgen Target Tissues

      research Androgen Antagonists in Androgen Target Tissues

      27 citations, January 1984 in “Pharmacology & Therapeutics”
      Antiandrogens have important biological effects, but more research is needed to understand them fully and compare their effectiveness and side effects to other treatments.
      Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Review

      research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Review

      23 citations, April 2021 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine”
      Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia's cause is unclear, affects mainly postmenopausal women, and current treatments focus on stopping hair loss rather than regrowth.
      Androgenic Alopecia in Females: Diagnosis and Treatment

      research Androgenic Alopecia in Females: Diagnosis and Treatment

      14 citations, July 1987 in “Dermatologic Clinics”
      The document concludes that treating female hair loss should target reducing excess androgen and blocking its effects on hair follicles, with the best treatments being hormonal therapy, adrenal suppression, and topical minoxidil.
      Choice of Treatment for Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

      research Choice of Treatment for Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

      10 citations, June 2006 in “Fertility and Sterility”
      The conclusion is that metformin is a first-line treatment for PCOS, particularly for restoring ovulation and increasing pregnancy rates, with other treatments depending on specific symptoms.
      Recent Developments in Alopecias

      research Recent Developments in Alopecias

      7 citations, May 1978 in “International Journal of Dermatology”
      Recent hair loss research shows some progress, especially in understanding male pattern baldness, but effective treatments for many types of hair loss are still lacking.
      Prescribing Habits for Androgenic Alopecia Among Dermatologists in Spain in 2017: A Cross-Sectional Study

      research Prescribing Habits for Androgenic Alopecia Among Dermatologists in Spain in 2017: A Cross-Sectional Study

      5 citations, June 2018 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas”
      In 2017, Spanish dermatologists commonly prescribed topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, and nutricosmetics for hair loss, with oral contraceptives also used for premenopausal women. Less common were oral dutasteride, due to side effects, and newer, more expensive treatments like topical finasteride and Low-Level Laser Therapy. The conclusion is that there's a need for prescription guidelines due to varied treatment approaches.
      An Updated Overview of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

      research An Updated Overview of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

      1 citations, June 2019 in “Innovare journal of medical sciences”
      Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder in women that can cause infertility and other health issues, and it may be improved by treatments that increase insulin sensitivity.
      Acne-Associated Syndromes

      research Acne-Associated Syndromes

      January 2019 in “Springer eBooks”
      Acne is linked to inflammation and insulin resistance, and is associated with various syndromes that require different treatments.
      Alopecia

      research Alopecia

      January 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks”
      The document concludes that alopecia has significant social and psychological effects, leading to a market for hair loss treatments.
      Androgen Effects on the Skin

      research Androgen Effects on the Skin

      July 2015 in “Cambridge University Press eBooks”
      Androgens like testosterone affect skin health and can lead to conditions such as acne and hair loss, with various treatments available.
      Analysis of Female Pattern Hair Loss

      research Analysis of Female Pattern Hair Loss

      April 2019 in “Journal of emerging technologies and innovative research”
      Early treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss is important to stop it from getting worse, and various treatments can help, especially in mild to moderate cases.