research The Hirsute Woman: Challenges in Evaluation and Management
Most hirsutism cases are due to PCOS, and treatment focuses on lowering testosterone and blocking its effects.
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research COVID-19 and Hypopituitarism
COVID-19 and hypopituitarism (reduced pituitary gland function) are linked, with the latter's related health issues potentially worsening COVID-19 outcomes, and COVID-19 possibly increasing risk for pituitary complications.
research Revisiting Hyper- and Hypo-Androgenism by Tandem Mass Spectrometry
The document concludes that using LC-MS/MS for measuring androgens is more accurate than older methods, but it needs careful validation and standardized references to be most effective.
research Biotin and Thyroid Function Test: A Case Study
High-dose biotin can cause false thyroid test results; stop taking biotin two days before testing to avoid errors.
research A Clinical Approach to Severe Insulin Resistance
Severe insulin resistance can be managed with medication, lifestyle changes, and treatment for related conditions.
research A Prospective Study of the Prevalence of Nonclassical Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Among Women Presenting with Hyperandrogenic Symptoms and Signs
About 2.2% of women with symptoms of high male hormones have a mild form of congenital adrenal hyperplasia, and measuring a specific hormone level can accurately diagnose it.
research Balint’s Syndrome—Missed or Mistaken?
The document concludes that early diagnosis of Balint's syndrome is crucial for effective treatment and that understanding drug interactions, like between ritonavir and statins, is important for patient care.
research Evaluation of the Relationship of Digital Phototrichogram Findings with Blood TSH, Ferritin, and Vitamin B12 Levels in Patients with Diffuse Hair Loss
Low ferritin levels are linked to increased hair loss; no link found between vitamin B12, TSH levels, and hair loss.
research An Overview of Harmful Effects of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) can lead to diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and mental health problems.
research Exercise Activates the PI3K-AKT Signal Pathway by Decreasing the Expression of 5α-Reductase Type 1 in PCOS Rats
Exercise improves insulin sensitivity and hormone regulation in PCOS rats.
research Rational Investigations in the Diagnosis and Management of Women with Hirsutism or Androgenetic Alopecia
Diagnose and manage hair issues in women by checking medical conditions and using personalized treatments.
research Canine Alopecia X: Hair Loss in Nordic Breeds and Poodles
The document suggests that Alopecia X in dogs is mainly a cosmetic issue and might be better left untreated.
research Adrenal Steroid Hormone Concentrations in Dogs with Hair Cycle Arrest (Alopecia X) Before and During Treatment with Melatonin and Mitotane
Melatonin and mitotane treatment led to hair re-growth in 62% of dogs with Alopecia X, but this was not always linked to normal hormone levels.
research Pseudoacromegaly Induced by the Long-Term Use of Minoxidil
Long-term minoxidil use can cause pseudoacromegaly, but stopping it improves symptoms.
research Phototrichogram Analysis of Japanese Female Subjects with Chronic Diffuse Hair Loss
Phototrichogram and hair diameter measurements are effective, noninvasive ways to assess hair growth and detect early hair loss, with the most common pattern being reduced hair density.
research Alopecia in Rhesus Macaques Correlates with Immunophenotypic Alterations in Dermal Inflammatory Infiltrates Consistent with Hypersensitivity Etiology
Hair loss in Rhesus macaques may be caused by a skin allergy-related condition.
research Insulin Sensitivity, Androgens, and Isotretinoin Therapy in Women with Severe Acne
Isotretinoin improves severe acne without changing androgen or insulin levels but may increase body weight and triglycerides.
research Medical Treatment of Hirsutism in Women
Treating hirsutism in women often requires a mix of medications and cosmetic methods for best results.
research Effects of Long-Term Treatment With Finasteride (MK-906), a 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor, on Circulating LH, FSH, Prolactin, and Estradiol
Finasteride safely lowers DHT levels without affecting hormone levels, helping with conditions like enlarged prostate, acne, and hair loss.
research Severe Scalp Hair Loss in a Female Patient with Acromegaly Treated with Lanreotide Autogel After Unsuccessful Surgery
A woman with acromegaly experienced severe hair loss from a drug called Lanreotide Autogel, which improved after stopping the treatment.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Challenges in Adolescence
Diagnosing and managing PCOS in teens is hard, but early diagnosis and lifestyle changes are key, and more research is needed for long-term health.
research Deslorelin Implant Treatment for Hair Cycle Arrest (Alopecia X) in Two Intact Male Keeshonden
Deslorelin implants successfully treated hair loss in two male Keeshonden dogs.
research Clinical Hair Loss: Diagnosis and Treatment
The review suggests limited treatments for common hair loss conditions, with potential for future improvements.
research A Previously Undescribed Cutaneous Paraneoplastic Syndrome in a Cat with Thymoma
Thymoma in cats can cause hair loss without inflammation.
research Virilism and Ectopic Expression of HSD17B5 in Mature Cystic Teratoma
A woman's mature cystic teratoma caused her virilization by producing testosterone.
research Knowledge of Thyroid Disease Manifestations and Risk Factors Among Alahsa Population, Saudi Arabia
Most people in Alahsa, Saudi Arabia, have low awareness of thyroid disease symptoms and risk factors.
research Effective Management of Hypothyroidism by Using Ayurvedic Interventions: A Case Report
Ayurvedic treatment improved hypothyroidism in a 30-year-old man.
research Frequency of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome in Women with Postadolescent Acne
Women with acne after adolescence are more likely to have PCOS and should be checked for it.
research Criteria for Defining Polycystic Ovary Syndrome as a Predominantly Hyperandrogenic Syndrome: An Androgen Excess Society Guideline
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome should be seen mainly as a condition of excess male hormones, with a focus on this in its definition.
research Epidemiology, Diagnosis, and Management of Hirsutism: A Consensus Statement by the Androgen Excess and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Society
Experts recommend using evidence-based methods to diagnose and treat hirsutism, focusing on symptoms and underlying causes.