research Diagnostic Criteria for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
To diagnose Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, two out of three signs—irregular periods, high male hormone levels, or cysts on the ovaries—are needed.
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research Hair Loss in Women: A Study at Sheffield Royal Infirmary (1959-1966)
Hair loss in women often doesn't follow a pattern, isn't linked to age, may be genetic, and can be related to thyroid issues or other health factors.
research Association of Androgenetic Alopecia and Hypertension
Balding in men is strongly linked to high blood pressure and family history.
research Emotional Consequences of Finasteride: Fool’s Gold
Finasteride can cause serious emotional side effects; doctors should check patients' mental health history before prescribing.
research Elevated Dehydroepiandrosterone Sulfate Levels as the Reproductive Phenotype in the Brothers of Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Brothers of women with PCOS tend to have higher levels of a hormone called DHEAS, indicating a possible genetic link.
research Loose Anagen Hair
Loose anagen hair can appear at any age and may improve over time.
research Immunology of Alopecia Areata
Alopecia areata, a type of hair loss, is likely an autoimmune disease with a genetic link, but its exact cause is still unknown.
research Becker Nevus Syndrome
The document reports the first Brazilian case of a girl with Becker nevus syndrome, characterized by skin changes, breast underdevelopment, and scoliosis.
research Cronkhite-Canada Syndrome: Report of an Unusual Case
The report described a unique case of Cronkhite-Canada syndrome with unusual polyps and an association with multiple myeloma.
research Pseudopelade: An Inherited Alopecia
Pseudopelade is a rare inherited hair loss condition with a genetic cause.
research Vitiligo After Diphencyprone for Alopecia Areata
DPCP treatment for alopecia areata can sometimes cause vitiligo.
research The Etiology and Pathogenesis of Alopecia Areata
The cause of alopecia areata is likely a mix of genetics, immune system issues, and environmental factors, with more research needed to understand it fully.
research PCOS: Update and Diagnostic Approach
The document concludes that more research is needed to fully understand the causes of PCOS.
research Ptosis in Childhood: Causes, Clinical Presentations, and Management
Childhood ptosis can vary from a minor cosmetic issue to a serious condition and may signal other health problems.
research Asymptomatic Hyperprolactinemia Resulting from Macroprolactinemia
Some patients with high prolactin levels don't show symptoms because they have a form of the hormone that's less active.
research The Friar Tuck Sign in Trichotillomania
An 8-year-old boy with hair-pulling disorder had a bald patch that was confirmed not to be a fungal infection and was treated with therapy.
research Twenty Nail Onychomadesis: An Unusual Finding in Cronkhite-Canada Syndrome
A man with Cronkhite-Canada syndrome had all 20 nails detach but improved with treatment.
research Adult-Onset Hair Loss in Chesapeake Bay Retrievers: A Clinical and Histological Study
Chesapeake Bay retrievers' hair loss is likely a breed-specific, hereditary condition linked to abnormal steroid levels and distinct skin changes.
research Upper Face Rejuvenation: Anatomy, Pathophysiology, and Treatment Options
Accurate diagnosis and various treatments can rejuvenate the upper face for a natural look.
research Alopecia and Hirsutism: Androgen-Dependent Skin Abnormalities in Women
The document says that hair loss in women is often due to androgenic alopecia, similar to male baldness, and that hirsutism is treated with hormonal and cosmetic methods.
research Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome: A Case Study of a 6-Year-Old Girl
A 6-year-old girl's inability to grow her hair long was due to Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome, which causes hair to shed easily and may improve with age.
research Skin Manifestations of Bardet-Biedl Syndrome
Bardet-Biedl syndrome may include under-recognized skin problems related to its metabolic disturbances.
research Growing Up Fast: Managing Autism Spectrum Disorder and Precocious Puberty
The document discusses a young boy with autism and early puberty but does not provide a conclusion on managing his behavior.
research Abstracts
Young HS patients often have other physical and mental health issues, and research on HS covers a wide range of topics including genetics, triggers, treatments, and the need for more data.
research Value of Dermoscopy for the Diagnosis of Monilethrix
Dermoscopy helped diagnose a rare hair disorder in a 2-year-old boy.
research Severe Impact of Late Diagnosis of Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia on Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, and Function: Case Report and Review of the Literature
Late diagnosis of congenital adrenal hyperplasia can greatly affect physical development, gender identity, and sexual health.
research The Relationship Between Acne and Other Hyperandrogenism Signs
Acne is strongly linked to high BMI, hair loss, menstrual issues, family history, and eating too many sweets and fatty foods, but not to excessive hair growth.
research Hair Disorder in Dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo Cosmetic Dermatology and Venereology Outpatient Clinic of Jakarta, Indonesia: A Socio-Demographic and Clinical Evaluation
Most hair disorder patients at the clinic were young adult males, with alopecia areata being the most common condition.
research A Study on the Pattern of Genetic Inheritance of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
PCOS and related metabolic issues often run in families.
research Regrowth of Alopecia Areata Simulating the Pattern of Androgenetic Alopecia
Hair loss from alopecia areata can sometimes regrow in a pattern similar to androgenetic alopecia.