research Hirsutism: Evaluation and Treatment
Excessive hair growth can be assessed by history, exam, and blood tests, and treated with medication like dexamethasone, birth control pills, and spironolactone.
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research Finasteride-Induced Depression: New Insights Into Possible Pathomechanisms
Finasteride may increase depression by reducing brain cell growth.
research Formulation and Evaluation of Herbal Hair Gel Containing Fenugreek Seed Extract for Nourishment and Hair Growth
Herbal hair gel with fenugreek seed extract was found to increase hair growth.
research Recognizing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in the Primary Care Setting
Doctors should recognize and treat PCOS early in primary care to manage symptoms and lower risk of other health issues.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Causes, Treatments, and Considerations
Hair loss common in men and women, limited treatments available.
research Complicated Trichotillomania of a Trichobezoar: A Clinical Case
Trichotillomania can cause severe complications like hairballs in the stomach, needing surgery and psychiatric care.
research Trichotillomania: An Impulse Control Disorder
Trichotillomania is a disorder where people compulsively pull out their hair, treated with drugs and behavior therapy.
research New All Natural Shampoo Treatment for Hair Loss After Childbirth
The new all-natural shampoo treatment can prevent hair loss and encourage hair regrowth in new mothers.
research New Onset of Alopecia in a Young Woman with End-Stage Renal Disease
A young woman with kidney failure had hair loss due to a common hormonal disorder, which improved with hormone therapy.
research Chronic Inflammatory Diseases Stimulated by Current Lifestyle: How Diet, Stress Levels, and Medication Prevent Our Body from Recovering
Modern lifestyles, including poor diet, stress, and long-term use of certain medications, hinder the body's ability to heal from inflammation, leading to chronic diseases.
research Hair and Systemic Disease
Hair loss can indicate underlying systemic diseases and addressing these can sometimes reverse the hair loss.
research Shedding: How to Manage a Common Cause of Hair Loss
Manage hair shedding by identifying triggers, possibly using supplements or medications, and tracking with a health calendar.
research Hair Restoration Surgery: Challenges and Solutions
Hair restoration surgery effectively treats hair loss with natural-looking results, using techniques like stem cells and platelet-rich plasma.
research Management of Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia During Pregnancy
With careful management, people with congenital adrenal hyperplasia can have successful pregnancies and become parents.
research Adolescent Hair Loss: Review of Common Forms and Treatment Challenges
Hair loss in teenagers is hard to treat and lacks a cure, with some treatments available depending on the type of hair loss.
research Gilles De La Tourette Syndrome – A Treatable Condition?
Gilles de la Tourette syndrome is treatable, with behavioral therapy as a recommended first option and other treatments available for more severe cases.
research Iron Deficiency and Hair Loss: The Jury Is Still Out
More research is needed to determine if iron deficiency causes hair loss.
research Compared to Controls, Individuals with Lichen Planopilaris Have More Depression, Lower Self-Esteem, and Lower Quality of Life
People with Lichen Planopilaris tend to be more depressed, have lower self-esteem, and a worse quality of life.
research Skin Diseases and Conditions Among Medical Students in Southern India
Most medical students in the study had skin and hair issues, with acne, hair loss, and sun tan being common, and these issues varied by gender and origin.
research A Comprehensive Review of Biochemical Factors in Herbs and Their Constituent Compounds in Experimental Studies on Alopecia
Herbs might help with hair loss, but more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.
research What's Missing From This Picture? An Approach to Alopecia in Children
The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of alopecia in children relies on thorough examination and history, and while treatments exist, none can alter the course of alopecia areata, which can significantly affect a child's psychological well-being.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: An Overview
PCOS is a common hormonal disorder in women, often involving menstrual issues and increased diabetes risk, managed through lifestyle changes and targeted treatments.
research Current and Future Pharmacotherapy for Alopecia Areata
New treatments for hair loss show promise but need more research to confirm safety and effectiveness.
research Quality of Life in Patients with Connective Tissue Diseases: Results from the Lupus Extended Autoimmune Phenotype (LEAP) Study
Many lupus patients experience hair loss, which is linked to anxiety and other skin issues.
research Management of Female-Pattern Hair Loss
Minoxidil and spironolactone slow hair loss in women.
research Vitamin B-Complex and Its Relationship With the Health of Vegetarian People
Vegetarians should take B vitamin supplements to avoid health issues.
research An Unusual Case of Trichotillomania and Trichophagia Associated with Authentic Hair Extension in a Young African-American Female Adult
A young woman developed a bowel obstruction from eating hair from her weave to relieve anxiety.
research Genetics and Pathophysiology of Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
The document concludes that patient outcomes for Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia are often not ideal because of poor management and a need for better diagnosis and treatment methods.
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research Vitiligo: A Comprehensive Overview
Vitiligo is a skin condition causing white spots, more common in women, often starts before age 20, and can affect mental health.