22 citations,
January 2002 in “Treatments in endocrinology” Birth control pills help treat skin and hair growth problems linked to high male hormone levels.
14 citations,
April 2014 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Acne is caused by multiple factors including oil production, bacteria, inflammation, and possibly diet and environment.
12 citations,
December 2012 in “Current Drug Targets” The Androgen Receptor could be a target for treating diseases like cancer, but more research is needed to confirm the effectiveness of potential treatments.
4 citations,
April 2017 in “International journal of reproduction, contraception, obstetrics and gynecology” The study concluded that a higher waist-hip ratio significantly increases the risk of metabolic syndrome in women with PCOS.
1 citations,
January 2022 in “Journal of experimental and clinical medicine” PCOS is linked to diabetes and insulin resistance, and managing AGEs may help treat related symptoms.
March 2023 in “Scholars international journal of obstetrics and gynecology” PCOS is a complex condition that affects women's hormonal balance and metabolism, requiring lifestyle changes and medical management.
January 2023 in “Scholars journal of applied medical sciences” The main causes of hirsutism in Jordanian women are PCOS and idiopathic hirsutism.
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.
10 citations,
November 2010 in “Journal of Pharmacy Practice” The document says PCOS is a common hormonal disorder in women, diagnosed by certain criteria, and managed with lifestyle changes and various medications.
January 2024 in “International Ayurvedic medical journal” Certain Prakruti types are more prone to early male pattern baldness.
Different scalp and hair disorders are more common in certain ethnic groups, with the most common being androgenetic alopecia, which is treated with medications like minoxidil and finasteride.
January 2017 in “Journal of clinical & experimental dermatology research” The case shows skin changes can indicate deeper health issues like insulin resistance, which are challenging to manage.
10 citations,
August 1998 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The compounds tested could potentially treat hair loss and alopecia.
16 citations,
January 2019 in “Pharmaceutical biology” Lespedeza cuneata extract may help treat enlarged prostate.
1 citations,
February 2020 in “Cureus” Women with PCOS are more likely to have skin problems like excessive hair, acne, and hair loss.
May 2024 in “Skin research and technology” Certain metabolites can either protect against or increase the risk of hair loss.
20 citations,
January 2019 in “Frontiers of Hormone Research” The book explains how excess male hormones can affect various conditions like Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Cushing's disease.
8 citations,
March 2010 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” Free Testosterone Index, bioavailable testosterone, and androstenedione are the most accurate for diagnosing excess male hormones in PCOS.
352 citations,
January 2006 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” Most women referred for excess male hormone symptoms had polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), with other conditions being less common.
343 citations,
October 2015 in “Endocrine Practice” The guide recommends specific methods for diagnosing PCOS and various treatments for its symptoms, while considering the health impacts on adolescents.
63 citations,
March 2011 in “Clinical Endocrinology” Evaluate postmenopausal women with high androgen levels using medical history, physical exams, lab tests, and imaging to manage health risks.
Cyproterone acetate with ethynyl estradiol significantly improved acne and seborrhea in women, but was less effective for hair loss and excessive hair growth.
117 citations,
May 2017 in “Human Reproduction Update” The update highlights that non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia is common in women with excess male hormones, requires specific hormone tests for diagnosis, and has various treatment options depending on age and symptoms.
April 2005 in “CRC Press eBooks” Excessive androgens in women with polycystic ovary syndrome can lead to excessive hair growth and hair loss, but this might not fully explain these conditions.
3 citations,
March 1992 in “Journal of clinical pathology” Most women with excess hair growth need only a clinical evaluation and minimal tests unless they show signs of virilism.
14 citations,
December 2010 in “Seminars in Oncology” Rare adrenal cancers that secrete androgens or estrogens have a poor prognosis and are treated primarily with surgery.
3 citations,
January 2017 in “Gynecological endocrinology” A postmenopausal woman's excess male hormone symptoms were caused by a rare adrenal gland tissue in her ovary.
38 citations,
May 2006 in “Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics” Women with only irregular periods or excess hair have a better hormone profile than those with full PCOS, but both groups are similar, indicating a need for better PCOS diagnosis methods.
2 citations,
December 2004 in “Medicine” Different hair and scalp disorders cause hair loss or excess hair growth, with various treatments available depending on the specific condition.
July 2015 in “Cambridge University Press eBooks” The document concludes that treatments for female hair loss and excess body hair are available, but managing expectations is important.