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Hormonal treatments can help with acne, especially in women, by lowering androgen levels or blocking their effects.
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research Dermatologic Manifestations of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with PCOS often have skin problems like excessive hair, acne, hair loss, and dark patches, which can be treated with hormonal and non-hormonal therapies.
research Outcome of Long-Term Treatment with the 5α-Reductase Inhibitor Finasteride in Idiopathic Hirsutism: Clinical and Hormonal Effects During a 1-Year Course of Therapy and 1-Year Follow-Up
Finasteride effectively reduces hair growth in women with idiopathic hirsutism, but requires careful contraception during treatment.
research Management of Hair Loss
Minoxidil and finasteride are effective for male hair loss, minoxidil for female hair loss, and various treatments like corticosteroids work for alopecia areata; treatment should be tailored to the individual.
research Repurposing of Approved Cardiovascular Drugs
Some heart drugs show promise for other conditions, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness and safety.
research Comparison of Finasteride (Proscar) and Serenoa Repens (Permixon) in the Inhibition of 5-Alpha Reductase in Healthy Male Volunteers
Finasteride works better than Permixon in reducing dihydrotestosterone levels.
research Pooled Safety and Tolerability Data from Four Placebo-Controlled Teriflunomide Studies and Extensions
Teriflunomide is safe and tolerable for treating relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis, with manageable side effects.
research Treatments for Androgenetic Alopecia and Alopecia Areata
Minoxidil and finasteride treat hair loss; more research needed for other options.
research Low Sex Hormone-Binding Globulin Is Associated With Low High-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol And Metabolic Syndrome In Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with PCOS who have low SHBG are more likely to have low good cholesterol and metabolic syndrome.
research Lifestyle Intervention and Anti-Obesity Therapies in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Impact on Metabolism and Fertility
Lifestyle changes improve metabolism and fertility in overweight PCOS patients; anti-obesity drugs show potential but need more research.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Its Impact on Health
PCOS affects women's health by increasing the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and reproductive issues.
research A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial to Determine the Effectiveness of Botanically Derived Inhibitors of 5-Alpha-Reductase in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
Natural 5AR inhibitors effectively improve mild to moderate hair loss in men.
research Advanced Nanocarrier- and Microneedle-Based Transdermal Drug Delivery Strategies for Skin Diseases Treatment
Advanced nanocarrier and microneedle drug delivery methods are more effective, safer, and less invasive for treating skin diseases.
research The Clinical Evaluation of Hirsutism
Hirsutism is excessive hair growth in women often caused by polycystic ovarian syndrome, and identifying the cause is important for managing associated health risks.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Clinical, Pathophysiologic, and Therapeutic Review
No cure for female pattern hair loss, but various effective treatments exist.
research Prospective Investigation of Risk Factors for Prostate Cancer in the UK Biobank Cohort Study
Black ethnicity, prior PSA tests, enlarged prostate, and family history increase prostate cancer risk; Asian ethnicity, obesity, smoking, diabetes, and less sexual activity or no children decrease risk.
research Interventions for Nail Psoriasis
Some systemic treatments work for nail psoriasis but can have serious side effects.
research A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial to Determine the Effectiveness of Botanically Derived Inhibitors of 5-Alpha-Reductase in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
Plant extracts effectively reduce hair loss and increase growth, offering a safe alternative treatment.
research Meta-Analysis Identifies Novel Risk Loci and Yields Systematic Insights into the Biology of Male-Pattern Baldness
Researchers found 63 genes linked to male-pattern baldness, which could help in understanding its biology and developing new treatments.
research Anagen Effluvium: A Review of Rapid Hair Loss During Growth Phase and Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome
Hair usually grows back 1-3 months after treatment for anagen effluvium, and children with Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome often improve by adolescence.
research Early Diagnosis and Treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus
Early diagnosis and treatment of discoid lupus erythematosus improve outcomes.
research A 12-Week Treatment with the Long-Acting Glucagon-Like Peptide 1 Receptor Agonist Liraglutide Leads to Significant Weight Loss in a Subset of Obese Women with Newly Diagnosed Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Liraglutide caused significant weight loss in some obese women with PCOS, especially those with severe obesity and insulin resistance.
research Use of Topical Minoxidil Therapy for Androgenetic Alopecia in Women
Minoxidil helps hair growth and reduces shedding in women.
research Early Onset of Androgenetic Alopecia Associated With Early Severe Coronary Heart Disease: A Population-Based, Case-Control Study
Early balding linked to higher heart disease risk.
research Alopecia Areata: A Review on Diagnosis, Immunological Etiopathogenesis, and Treatment Options
The document concludes that while there are various treatments for Alopecia Areata, there is no cure, and individualized treatment plans are essential due to varying effectiveness.
research Skin Grafting for the Treatment of Chronic Leg Ulcers: A Systematic Review in Evidence-Based Medicine
Skin grafts are effective for chronic leg ulcers, especially autologous split-thickness grafts for venous ulcers, but more data is needed for diabetic ulcers.
research Pharmacological Interventions for Treating Chronic Prostatitis/Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome
Some drugs may reduce prostatitis symptoms short-term with few side effects.
research Edible Seeds From Cucurbitaceae Family as Potential Functional Foods: Immense Promises, Few Concerns
Edible seeds from the Cucurbitaceae family like pumpkin and watermelon seeds are nutritious and may have health benefits, but eating too much can cause side effects.
research Minoxidil 1 mg Oral Versus Minoxidil 5% Topical Solution for the Treatment of Female-Pattern Hair Loss: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Oral minoxidil and topical minoxidil 5% both effectively improve female-pattern hair loss with safe side effects.
research How to Diagnose a Lipodystrophy Syndrome
The document concludes that recognizing and properly diagnosing lipodystrophy syndromes is crucial for effective management and treatment.