research The Involvement of Androgens in Human Hair Growth
Androgens play a key role in hair growth and disorders like baldness and excessive hairiness.
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research Female Pattern Hair Loss, Sebum Excretion, and the End-Organ Response to Androgens
Hair loss in women not always linked to increased oil production; other factors may be involved.
research Male Pattern Androgenetic Alopecia
Androgens contribute to common male hair loss; more research needed for hair growth medication.
research Hirsutism and the Variable Response of the Pilosebaceous Unit to Androgens
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.
research Hirsutism
Hirsutism is when women have too much hair growth, often due to a bit more androgen hormones and sensitive skin.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Comprehensive Management and Health Impacts
PCOS is a common hormonal disorder in women that can lead to various health issues and requires comprehensive management.
research Hormonal Acne: Leading to a Paradigm Shift in the Management of Acne
The article concludes that hormonal therapy is an effective long-term acne treatment, even for those without hormonal imbalances.
research Biology of Hair Growth
Testosterone and dihydrotestosterone affect hair growth, and new techniques like the folliculogram help study it, but fully understanding hair growth is still complex.
research Pilosebaceous Physiology in Relation to Hirsutism and Acne
Male hormones are important for hair and oil gland development and can cause conditions like excessive hair growth and acne.
research Precocious Puberty: The Unlikely Herald of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis in a Young Girl
Precocious puberty can signal familial adenomatous polyposis.
research Role of Insulin Resistance and Diet in Acne
Eating high glycemic foods and drinking milk may worsen acne by increasing insulin and IGF-1 levels.
research Management of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: Looking Beyond the Ovaries
PCOS treatment focuses on lifestyle changes and specific medications to manage symptoms and complications.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss
FPHL is a common, age-related, genetic hair loss with unclear causes and limited treatment options.
research Diagnosis and Management of the Dermatologic Manifestations of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The document concludes that accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment are important for skin problems in women with PCOS.
research Landing Eyes on Unnoticed Disorder: A Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common but often undiagnosed disorder in women that can cause irregular periods, infertility, and other symptoms, and can be managed with lifestyle changes, medication, and sometimes surgery.
research Epidemiological Assessment of Testosterone Levels in Women: A Factorial Analysis of Cell Proliferation
High testosterone levels in 20% of the women studied may indicate PCOS, while 80% had low levels with potential health impacts.
research Female Hyperandrogenism
Female hyperandrogenism is a condition caused by too much male hormones, leading to skin issues and ovulation problems, often due to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, and is treated based on individual symptoms.
research Androgen Excess and Post-Reproductive Health
Excess male hormones in postmenopausal women can cause health issues and increase the risk of heart disease and diabetes; treatment depends on the cause.
research The Evaluation and Treatment of Hirsute Women
Excessive body hair in women can be caused by various conditions and treated with medication like Diane® 35 or androgen blockers.
research A Comprehensive Approach in Diagnosing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The document concludes that diagnosing PCOS requires a thorough approach, considering various symptoms and risks, and calls for improved methods to identify PCOS types and prevent diabetes.
research Menopausal Androgen Excess-Associated Cardio-Metabolic Risk: Clues for Ovarian Leydig Cell Tumor (Case Report and Mini-Review of Literature)
High androgen levels in postmenopausal women may suggest an ovarian tumor, and removing it can improve heart and metabolic health.
research Hirsutism: Diagnosis and Treatment
The document concludes that hirsutism can be managed with various treatments tailored to the individual, potentially improving quality of life.
research Adrenal Mass in a 70-Year-Old Woman
A 70-year-old woman with a malignant adrenal tumor improved after surgery and radiotherapy.
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 Anti-Acne Agents Attenuate FGFR2 Signal Transduction in Acne
Anti-acne medications may work by reducing the activity of a protein involved in acne development.
research Telogen Hair Loss and Androgenetic-Like Alopecia in GAPO Syndrome
A boy with GAPO syndrome had hair loss similar to male pattern baldness without hormone issues, possibly due to skin or blood vessel problems.
research Management of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Women by Implementing a Healthy Lifestyle and Effective Diet: A Review
Eating healthy, exercising, and certain nutrients like myoinositol and omega-3s can help manage PCOS symptoms.
research Diagnosis of Hyperandrogenism: Clinical Criteria
The document concludes that hirsutism is the main sign for diagnosing hyperandrogenism, which requires a detailed patient history and physical exam.
research Androgenic Alopecia in Females: Diagnosis and Treatment
The document concludes that treating female hair loss should target reducing excess androgen and blocking its effects on hair follicles, with the best treatments being hormonal therapy, adrenal suppression, and topical minoxidil.
research Assessment of Diagnostic Competence of Plasmatic Androgens on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Based on Receiver Operator Characteristic Curves
Free Testosterone Index, bioavailable testosterone, and androstenedione are the most accurate for diagnosing excess male hormones in PCOS.