research Idiopathic Hirsutism: Excessive Bodily and Facial Hair in Women
Idiopathic hirsutism causes excessive hair growth in women, can be treated with medication and hair removal, but cannot be fully reversed.
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research Describing Hair and Related Abnormalities
The document explains hair growth, hair loss types, and other hair-related terms.
research Familial Congenital Generalized Hypertrichosis
A girl inherited excessive body hair from her mother and grandmother.
research Congenital Generalized Hypertrichosis: The Skin as a Clue to Complex Malformation Syndromes
Excessive body hair can signal complex health issues.
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 Comprehensive Clinical Management of Hirsutism
New treatments for excessive hair growth in women include insulin modulators and enzyme inhibitors.
research Case 33-2015
The woman's surgery lowered her testosterone and improved scalp hair loss but did not change her excessive body hair.
research Oral Drug As Effective As Topical Cream For Male Pattern Baldness
Oral minoxidil works as well as topical minoxidil for male pattern baldness.
research Patient Preference Research: Preferred Adjunctive Medication Attributes of Adult Patients with Classic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
Adults with classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia value medication that prevents weight gain from glucocorticoids the most.
research Hormonal and Clinical Evaluation of Patients with Moderate Body Hair Growth
Women with moderate body hair have higher levels of certain hormones and may benefit from treatment that increases sex hormone-binding protein.
research A Novel Effect of Acyclovir on Hair Growth in BALB/c Mice: A Promising Future for Finding a New Topical Drug for the Treatment of Hirsutism
Acyclovir cream may slow down hair growth, suggesting it could be a new treatment for excessive hairiness.
research Cutaneous Toxicities From Transplantation-Related Medications
Skin problems from transplant drugs are common and need careful management in organ transplant patients.
research Understanding and Addressing Hair Disorders in Transgender Individuals
Hormone therapy affects hair growth in transgender individuals, with testosterone potentially causing hair loss in trans men and estrogen reducing facial/body hair in trans women; treatment options vary.
research Hirsutism and Virilization
Excessive hair growth in women can be harmless or signal serious health issues, and treatment often includes medication and hair removal, with noticeable results after 3-6 months.
research Endocrine Evaluation of Hirsutism
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.
research Intermittent Low-Dose Finasteride Administration Is Effective for Treatment of Hirsutism in Adolescent Girls: A Pilot Study
Low-dose finasteride reduces excessive hair growth in teenage girls safely and affordably.
research Women With Clinically Significant Hirsutism Always Have Detectable Endocrinological Abnormalities
Most women with excessive hair growth have a hormonal cause.
research Endocrine Evaluation of Hirsutism
Hirsutism, excessive hair growth in women, is often caused by PCOS and can be managed with medication and personalized treatment plans.
research Hair and Scalp Disorders
Different hair and scalp disorders cause hair loss or excess hair growth, with various treatments available depending on the specific condition.
research Of PCOS Symptoms, Hirsutism Has the Most Significant Impact on the Quality of Life of Iranian Women
Excessive hair growth affects the quality of life of Iranian women with PCOS the most.
research Acne and Hirsutism in Teenagers
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.
research Updates on Hirsutism: A Narrative Review
The review suggests a comprehensive approach to treat hirsutism, focusing on hair removal, medication, and managing emotional effects.
research The Clinical Management of Hirsutism
The document concludes that managing hirsutism involves identifying the cause, using a scoring system for severity, combining cosmetic and medical treatments, encouraging weight loss, and providing psychological support, while noting the need for more research on drug treatments.
research Hirsutism: From Diagnosis to Use of Antiandrogens
Antiandrogens are the main treatment for hirsutism, with individualized care and safe, affordable options needed.
research A Review and Meta-Analysis of the Prevalence and Health Impact of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Among Medical and Dental Students
PCOS affects nearly 25% of female medical and dental students, impacting their academic and social lives.
research Metabolic and Reproductive Characteristics of First-Degree Relatives of Women with Self-Reported Oligo-Amenorrhea and Hirsutism
Relatives of women with PCOS symptoms are more likely to have similar health issues.
research Androgens and Human Hair Growth
Androgens can cause hair growth in some areas and hair loss on the scalp.
research Effects of Sex Steroid Deprivation and Administration on Hair Growth and Skin Sebum Production in Transsexual Males and Females
Hormone treatments in transsexual individuals reduce hair growth and oil production in male-to-females and increase them in female-to-males.
research Hair Follicles and Their Role in Skin Health
Hair follicles are essential for skin health, aiding in hair growth, wound healing, and immune function.
research The Benefits of Finasteride for Hirsute Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome or Idiopathic Hirsutism
Finasteride effectively reduces hair growth in women with polycystic ovary syndrome or idiopathic hirsutism.