research Hair Loss in Women: Diagnosis and Management of Nonscarring Diffuse Alopecias
Obstetrician/gynecologists can diagnose and manage female hair loss with careful history taking and examination.
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research Prevalence of Androgenic Alopecia in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Characterization of Associated Clinical and Biochemical Features
Women with PCOS often have hair loss, which is linked to acne or excess body hair but not to worse hormone or metabolic issues.
research 5α-Reductase Isozymes and Aromatase mRNA Levels in Plucked Hair from Young Women with Female Pattern Hair Loss
Higher enzyme levels found in women with hair loss, suggesting hormone imbalance.
research Impact of Finasteride and Dutasteride in Beard Thickness in Men with Androgenetic Alopecia: A 453-Patient Retrospective Trial
Finasteride and dutasteride do not significantly change beard thickness in men.
research Management of Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Treating hidradenitis suppurativa needs long-term care and teamwork among doctors, but there's a lack of strong guidance on how to do it.
research The Efficacy and Use of Finasteride in Women: A Systematic Review
Finasteride improves hair growth and reduces hirsutism in women, but side effects and optimal dosages need further research.
research Male and Female Androgenetic Alopecia
AGA causes permanent hair loss; minoxidil helps men, finasteride helps men, minoxidil somewhat helps women, estrogens/antiandrogens lack evidence for women.
research Effect of 1 mg/Day Finasteride on Concentrations of Serum Prostate-Specific Antigen in Men With Androgenic Alopecia: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Taking 1 mg/day finasteride for hair loss significantly lowers PSA levels in men, which may affect prostate cancer screening.
research Local and Systemic Reduction by Topical Finasteride or Flutamide of Hamster Flank Organ Size and Enzyme Activity
Topical finasteride and flutamide reduce gland size and enzyme activity, with flutamide being more potent, potentially treating acne, seborrhea, hirsutism, and androgenic alopecia.
research Comparing the Therapeutic Efficacy of Topical Minoxidil and Finasteride with Topical Minoxidil and Oral Finasteride in Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomized Trial
Topical finasteride with minoxidil is effective for treating hair loss and may reduce the need for oral finasteride.
research Clinical Applications of Antiandrogens
Antiandrogens are effective for conditions like prostate cancer and skin issues, but more research is needed to confirm their benefits and minimize side effects.
research Drugs and Androgenetic Alopecia: What to Look Out For
Certain drugs can worsen hair loss in people prone to androgenetic alopecia.
research Anti-Androgenic Therapy with Finasteride in Patients with Chronic Heart Failure – A Retrospective Propensity Score Based Analysis
Finasteride helps reduce heart enlargement in heart failure patients.
research Antiandrogen Therapy for Skin and Hair Disease
Antiandrogen therapies are beneficial for treating skin and hair conditions related to androgen levels.
research Finasteride Increases Anagen Hair in Men with Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride helps increase hair growth in men with hair loss.
research Updates on Hirsutism: A Narrative Review
The review suggests a comprehensive approach to treat hirsutism, focusing on hair removal, medication, and managing emotional effects.
research A Systematic Review of Antiandrogens and Feminization in Transgender Women
Some antiandrogens may lower testosterone better than others, but it's unclear which is best for feminization in transgender women; more research is needed.
research Histological and Immunohistochemical Examination of the Effect of the Nonsteroidal Antiandrogen Flutamide on Some Organs of the Male Reproductive System in Albino Rats
Flutamide caused damage to male rat reproductive organs and may affect fertility.
research Inefficiency of Ethanolic Extract of Glycyrrhiza Glabra and Ziziphus Mauritiana Roots on Androgenic Alopecia
Liquorice and Indian jujube root extracts don't help in fighting male pattern baldness.
research Mechanism of Action of Avicennia Marina Heartwood Extract and Avicequinone C on Human Dermal Papilla Cells Isolated from Androgenic Alopecia Patients
Avicennia Marina extract and avicequinone C can reduce hair loss hormone production and increase hair growth factors, suggesting they could be used to treat androgenic alopecia.
research Phytochemical Constitution, Anti-Inflammation, Anti-Androgen, and Hair Growth-Promoting Potential of Shallot (Allium Ascalonicum L.) Extract
Shallot extract may help with hair growth and treating hair loss.
research The Effect of 5-Reductase Inhibitors on Erectile Function
5-alpha-reductase inhibitors may cause a low incidence of erectile dysfunction that decreases over time.
research Primary Care of Adult Women: Dermatologic Conditions
The document says that common skin conditions in adult women can be treated effectively, with acne being the most common and early-detected melanoma having a high survival rate.
research Harmless Herbs? A Review of the Recent Literature
Herbal remedies can cause adverse effects and need more safety research.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and the Metabolic Syndrome Long-Term Risks
Women with PCOS have higher risks of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and endometrial cancer.
research Clinical Evaluation of Intradermal Platelet-Rich Plasma Administration Along with Oral Biotin Supplement for the Management of Androgenetic Alopecia in Adult Males: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Using platelet-rich plasma injections and biotin pills together significantly increases hair regrowth in men with hair loss.
research Use of 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors in Dermatology: A Narrative Review
5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors are effective for male hair loss and some skin conditions, but their effectiveness in women and safety concerns require careful use.
research Management of Female-Pattern Hair Loss
Minoxidil and spironolactone slow hair loss in women.
research Hormonal Therapy in Female Pattern Hair Loss
Hormonal therapies help treat female hair loss, but results are slow and vary.
research Oral Supplementation with L-Cystine, Serenoa Repens, Cucurbita Pepo, and Pygeum Africanum in Chronic Telogen Effluvium and Androgenetic Alopecia: A Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Randomized Clinical Study
The supplement significantly improves hair density and appearance in people with hair loss.