research Insulin Sensitizers for the Treatment of Hirsutism: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analyses of Randomized Controlled Trials
Insulin sensitizers may slightly reduce hirsutism but are less effective than other treatments.
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research A Simple Screening Approach for Assessing Community Prevalence and Phenotype of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in a Semiurban Population in Sri Lanka
A simple screening method found that 6.3% of women in a semiurban area in Sri Lanka have polycystic ovary syndrome, with most showing menstrual irregularities.
research Reproductive Dysfunction in Women With Epilepsy: Recommendations for Evaluation and Management
Women with epilepsy should be monitored for reproductive issues, which can be caused by epilepsy or its treatments, especially when using valproate.
research Androgen Dependence of Hirsutism, Acne, and Alopecia in Women
Hirsutism is more linked to high androgen levels than acne or hair loss, and a mix of hormonal tests is best for diagnosis; certain treatments can reduce symptoms.
research Adverse Effects of Voriconazole: Over a Decade of Use
Voriconazole can cause serious side effects, especially in long-term use.
research Defining Hirsutism in Chinese Women: A Cross-Sectional Study
An mFG score of 5 or more indicates above-normal hair growth in Southern Chinese women.
research Diagnosis of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The definition of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome may change with new research, and careful screening is key for managing the condition.
research Hormonal Therapy for Acne
Hormonal treatments, including birth control and antiandrogens, can effectively treat acne in women.
research Hyperandrogenism and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Women with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus
Women with type 1 diabetes often have polycystic ovary syndrome and excess male hormones, which are frequently undiagnosed.
research Topical Application of Polygonum Multiflorum Extract Induces Hair Growth of Resting Hair Follicles Through Upregulating Shh and β-Catenin Expression in C57BL/6 Mice
Polygonum multiflorum extract helps grow hair by activating certain hair growth signals in mice.
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 Clinical and Neuropathogenetic Aspects of Human African Trypanosomiasis
The document concludes that diagnosing and treating Human African Trypanosomiasis is challenging, but new treatments like fexinidazole are promising.
research Mutant Laboratory Mice With Abnormalities in Hair Follicle Morphogenesis, Cycling, and Structure: Annotated Tables
Mutant mice help researchers understand hair growth and related genetic factors.
research A Dubious Equality: Men, Women, and Cosmetic Surgery
The document concludes that cosmetic surgery is still mainly a practice for women and the gender gap in this field is expected to continue.
research Diet and Hair Loss: Effects of Nutrient Deficiency and Supplement Use
Correcting nutrient deficiencies may help with hair loss, but the benefits of supplements without a deficiency are uncertain and could be harmful.
research Revisiting Dandruff: Role of Malassezia Yeasts and Treatment Implications
Dandruff is mainly caused by a scalp reaction to yeast, can worsen hair loss, and antifungal treatments may help.
research Androgenetic Alopecia in Men and Women
Androgenetic alopecia involves genetics, hormones, and can be treated with medications or surgery.
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 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 Clinical and Endocrine Effects of Finasteride, a 5α-Reductase Inhibitor, in Women with Idiopathic Hirsutism
Finasteride reduces hairiness and androgen levels in women with unexplained excessive hair growth.
research Evidence That the Satin Hair Mutant Gene Foxq1 Is Among Multiple and Functionally Diverse Regulatory Targets for Hoxc13 During Hair Follicle Differentiation
The gene Foxq1, controlled by Hoxc13, is crucial for hair follicle differentiation.
research Venous and Pulmonary Thromboembolism and Combined Hormonal Contraceptives: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Some birth control pills have a higher risk of blood clots than others.
research Squarticles as a Lipid Nanocarrier for Delivering Diphencyprone and Minoxidil to Hair Follicles and Human Dermal Papilla Cells
Squarticles effectively deliver hair growth drugs to follicles and dermal papilla cells.
research Focus on Skin as a Possible Port of Entry for Solid Nanoparticles and the Toxicological Impact
Nanoparticles can enter the skin, potentially causing toxicity, especially in damaged skin.
research Nanotechnology in Dermatology
Nanotechnology in dermatology shows promise for better drug delivery and treatment effectiveness but requires more safety research.
research Squalene-Containing Nanostructured Lipid Carriers Promote Percutaneous Absorption and Hair Follicle Targeting of Diphencyprone for Treating Alopecia Areata
Squalene-based carriers improve delivery of a treatment to hair follicles for alopecia areata.
research Wnt Signaling and Aging-Related Heart Disorders
Wnt signaling may be linked to heart diseases in aging and could be a target for future treatments.
research Effects of Nitric Oxide on Skin Burn Wound Healing
Nitric oxide gel helps heal skin burns faster by improving skin growth, hair regrowth, and blood vessel formation.
research Cyclosporin A-Induced Hair Growth in Mice Is Associated with Inhibition of Calcineurin-Dependent Activation of NFAT in Follicular Keratinocytes
Cyclosporin A helps mice grow hair by blocking a specific protein activity in skin cells.
research Dihydrotestosterone Stimulates 5α-Reductase Activity in Pubic Skin Fibroblasts
Dihydrotestosterone increases the activity of an enzyme in pubic skin cells that converts testosterone to dihydrotestosterone.