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      Hirsuties

      research Hirsuties

      9 citations, March 2001 in “Clinics in dermatology”
      Hirsutism in women is often due to hormone sensitivity and has significant psychological effects.
      Endocrine Evaluation of Hirsutism

      research Endocrine Evaluation of Hirsutism

      29 citations, February 2017 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology”
      Women with excessive male-pattern hair growth should get a full hormone check-up to find and treat any underlying issues, considering both medical and emotional aspects.
      Acne and Hirsutism in Teenagers

      research Acne and Hirsutism in Teenagers

      11 citations, February 2003 in “Baillière's best practice & research. Clinical obstetrics & gynaecology/Baillière's best practice and research in clinical obstetrics and gynaecology”
      Acne and increased body hair in teenage girls are normal but severe cases may need hormone evaluation and treatment can prevent diabetes linked to PCO.
      Vulvar Problems in Elderly Women

      research Vulvar Problems in Elderly Women

      8 citations, September 1997 in “Postgraduate medicine”
      Older women often have vulva issues due to less estrogen, which can be misdiagnosed and lead to wrong treatments.
      Consequences of Steroid-5α-Reductase Deficiency and Inhibition in Vertebrates

      research Consequences of Steroid-5α-Reductase Deficiency and Inhibition in Vertebrates

      21 citations, January 2020 in “General and Comparative Endocrinology”
      Lack or blocking of SRD5a, a key component in hormone creation, can lead to conditions like pseudohermaphrodism and affect hair growth, bone mass, muscle strength, and reproductive health. More research is needed on its regulation from fertilization to adulthood.
      Androgenic Alopecia: Cross-Talk Between Cell Signal Transduction Pathways

      research Androgenic Alopecia: Cross-Talk Between Cell Signal Transduction Pathways

      1 citations, May 2017 in “InTech eBooks”
      Hair loss in Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is due to altered cell sensitivity to hormones, not increased hormone levels. Hair growth periods shorten over time, causing hair to become thinner and shorter. This is linked to miscommunication between cell pathways in hair follicles. There's also a change in gene expression related to blood vessels and cell growth in balding hair follicles. The exact molecular causes of AGA are still unclear.
      Patterned Androgenic Alopecia in Women

      research Patterned Androgenic Alopecia in Women

      130 citations, May 1988 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”
      "Male-pattern" hair loss is common in women, especially after menopause, and doesn't always mean there's a problem with hormone balance.
      Hirsutism and the Variable Response of the Pilosebaceous Unit to Androgens

      research Hirsutism and the Variable Response of the Pilosebaceous Unit to Androgens

      56 citations, August 2005 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings”
      Different women's hair and skin glands respond to hormones in varied ways, which can cause unwanted hair growth even with normal hormone levels, and more research is needed to treat this effectively.
      Diagnostic Criteria for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

      research Diagnostic Criteria for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

      45 citations, January 2006 in “Endocrine journal”
      To diagnose Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, two out of three signs—irregular periods, high male hormone levels, or cysts on the ovaries—are needed.
      Abstracts

      research Abstracts

      1 citations, November 2016 in “Congenital Anomalies”
      Get head MRI for babies with achondroplasia early, use free immunoglobulin light chains to detect certain neurodevelopmental disorders, and video calls work for speech therapy in patients with facial anomalies.
      Spironolactone in the Treatment of Hirsutism

      research Spironolactone in the Treatment of Hirsutism

      17 citations, January 1986 in “Acta obstetricia et gynecologica Scandinavica”
      Spironolactone can reduce hair growth and testosterone in hirsutism, but is less effective than combined treatments.
      Promoting Longevity: A Global Approach

      research Promoting Longevity: A Global Approach

      1 citations, May 2017 in “Maturitas”
      The document concludes that managing health issues like menopause, cardiovascular risk, and hair loss is crucial for promoting longevity in aging women.
      Comprehensive Overview of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

      research Comprehensive Overview of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

      883 citations, August 2016 in “Nature Reviews Disease Primers”
      Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common condition in women that can cause metabolic, reproductive, and psychological issues, and requires lifestyle changes and medication for management.
      Hair Regrowth

      research Hair Regrowth

      118 citations, April 1998 in “Dermatologic Clinics”
      Finasteride and minoxidil are effective for hair regrowth, while treatments for alopecia areata have varying success and continuous treatment is necessary.
      Acne and Systemic Disease

      research Acne and Systemic Disease

      76 citations, November 2009 in “Medical Clinics of North America”
      Hormones, especially androgens, play a key role in acne, which can be a symptom of systemic diseases like PCOS and may require targeted treatment.