research Hirsutism
Excessive hair growth in women, often from high androgen levels, is usually caused by PCOS, and can be treated with hair removal, medication, and possibly weight loss.
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research Disappearance of a Virilizing Adrenal Tumor Following Therapy with Cyproterone Acetate
A woman's adrenal tumor disappeared after treatment with cyproterone acetate.
research Dermatological History and Examination
A thorough history and examination are crucial for diagnosing skin diseases, which affect up to a third of people. This includes details about skin lesions, medication, general health, lifestyle, family, and contacts, as well as examining the rash, hair, nails, and mucous membranes. Changes in hair and nails can also indicate other medical and skin disorders.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Comprehensive Management in Primary Care
Primary care is key in managing PCOS, focusing on lifestyle changes and medications like birth control and metformin.
research Finasteride
Finasteride helps increase or maintain hair in most men but can cause sexual side effects and should not be used by women, especially during pregnancy.
research Psoriasis
Psoriasis treatments range from topical creams to systemic medications with serious side effects, and while treatments can manage symptoms, there is no cure.
research Drug-Induced Changes in Hair Growth
Some drugs can cause hair loss or growth, but hair usually returns to normal after stopping the drug.
research Anti-Anginal and Beta-Adrenoceptor Blocking Drugs
Beta-blockers and anti-anginal medications have various side effects and interactions that require careful monitoring and individualized treatment.
research Oral Cyclosporin Does Not Arrest Progression of Androgenetic Alopecia
Cyclosporin doesn't stop hair loss.
research Mechanism of Action of Minoxidil Sulfate-Induced Vasodilation: A Role for Increased Potassium Permeability
Minoxidil sulfate relaxes muscle by increasing potassium flow, making it a unique muscle relaxer.
research Superiority of Dutasteride Over Finasteride in Hair Regrowth and Reversal of Miniaturization in Men With Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomized Controlled Open-Label, Evaluator-Blinded Study
Dutasteride is more effective than finasteride at increasing hair count and reversing hair thinning in men with hair loss, but both have similar side effects.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Clinical Aspects and Treatment
research The Effectiveness of Adding Low-Level Light Therapy to Minoxidil 5% Solution in the Treatment of Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia
Adding low-level light therapy to minoxidil improves hair growth and patient satisfaction.
research Effects of Potassium Channel Modulators on the Responses of Mammalian Slowly Adapting Mechanoreceptors
Potassium channel modulators mostly increase the activity of rat whisker mechanoreceptors.
research Localized Acquired Hypertrichosis Associated with the Application of a Splint
A 16-year-old boy's arm hair grew more after wearing a splint, but it returned to normal in 8 months.
research A Child with Generalized Hypertrichosis Due to Secondary Topical Minoxidil Exposure
A 1-year-old boy developed excessive hair growth from exposure to a hair growth treatment.
research Cantú Syndrome Is Caused by Mutations in ABCC9
Cantú syndrome is caused by mutations in the ABCC9 gene.
research Hair Growth-Stimulating Effects of Cyclosporin A and FK506, Potent Immunosuppressants
FK506 may stimulate hair growth when applied to the skin.
research Assessment of Prescribing Information for Generic Drugs Manufactured in the Middle East and Marketed in Saudi Arabia
Generic drug inserts in Saudi Arabia often have inaccurate information, needing better regulation and quality control.
research Efficacy and Safety of Topical Finasteride Spray Solution for Male Androgenetic Alopecia: A Phase III, Randomized, Controlled Clinical Trial
Topical finasteride is an effective and safer treatment for male hair loss.
research Skin Disease Related to Metabolic Syndrome in Women
Certain skin conditions in women are linked to higher risks of metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes due to hormone imbalances.
research Anti-Invasive Effects of Minoxidil on Human Breast Cancer Cells: Combination with Ranolazine
Minoxidil and ranolazine together can reduce the spread of certain breast cancer cells.
research Higher Prevalence of Clinical Cardiovascular Comorbidities in Postmenopausal Women with Self-Reported Premenopausal Hirsutism and/or Oligo-Amenorrhea
Postmenopausal women with past hirsutism or irregular periods have more heart and lung diseases.
research Immunohistochemical, Pharmacovigilance, and Omics Analyses Reveal the Involvement of ATP-Sensitive K+ Channel Subunits in Cancers: Role in Drug-Disease Interactions
ATP-sensitive K+ channel subunits, particularly Sur2A, play a significant role in various cancers.
research Hypertension's 3 Dilemmas and 3 Solutions: Pharmacology of the Kidney in Hypertension
Re-evaluating minoxidil, reducing sodium intake, and addressing arteriolar hypertrophy can improve hypertension management.
research Acquired Localized Hypertrichosis Induced by Rivastigmine
An 80-year-old man grew extra hair on his forearms after starting Alzheimer's medication rivastigmine.
research Hirsutism Following the Use of Bimatoprost Eyedrops for Glaucoma
A woman got unwanted hair growth on her face from using bimatoprost eyedrops for glaucoma.
research Hirsutism in a Female Adolescent Induced by Long-Acting Injectable Risperidone
A teenage girl's excessive hair growth was caused by a medication for mania, but improved after stopping the medication.
research Hirsutism: A Comprehensive Update of Embryology, Aetiopathogenesis, and Therapeutic Approach
The document concluded that more research is needed to understand how estrogen affects the enzyme involved in hirsutism development.
research Effectiveness of Exosome Treatment in Androgenetic Alopecia: Outcomes of a Prospective Study
Exosome treatment safely increases hair density in male patients with androgenetic alopecia.