research Disorders of the Scalp and Hair
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.
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research A Practitioner's Guide to Hair Loss Part 1: History, Biology, Genetics, Prevention, Conventional Treatments, and Herbals
The document concludes that hair loss is influenced by genetics and other factors, and while treatments like finasteride can help, they have limitations and side effects.
research Hirsutism: From Brazil to a Place Near You
No treatment fully stops excessive hair growth in women, but various methods can help manage it effectively.
research Hirsutism
Hirsutism is too much hair growth in women like the pattern in men, often caused by high male hormones, and can be treated with hormone control and hair removal methods.
research Androgens and Hair: A Biological Paradox
Androgens can cause hair growth in some areas but hair loss on the scalp.
research Metabolic Disorders And Hair Growth
Hair can indicate early signs of metabolic disorders, with issues like protein deficiency stopping hair growth.
research Intravaginal Testosterone Improves Sexual Satisfaction and Vaginal Symptoms Associated With Aromatase Inhibitors
Intravaginal testosterone cream improves sexual satisfaction and reduces vaginal discomfort in postmenopausal women on breast cancer treatment without affecting hormone levels.
research Reversal of Androgenetic Alopecia in a Male: A Spironolactone Effect?
A man's baldness improved possibly due to a medication that blocks male hormones.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Overview, Epidemiology, Pathophysiology, and Treatment
Various treatments exist for hair loss, but more research is needed for better options.
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 The Diagnosis and Management of Hirsutism
The article explains how to identify and treat excessive hair growth in women, which can be distressing and may signal other health problems.
research Female Sexuality and Common Sexual Dysfunctions: Evaluation and Management in a Primary Care Setting
Primary care doctors should address female sexual dysfunctions to improve women's sexual health and life quality.
research The Evaluation and Treatment of Androgen Excess
High androgen levels can cause excessive hair growth and may indicate serious health issues, including heart disease and fertility problems.
research Case Report: Exploring Autosomal Recessive Woolly Hair: Genetic and Scanning Electron Microscopic Perspectives on a Japanese Patient
A genetic mutation in the LIPH gene causes tightly curled hair that stops growing in some Japanese individuals.
research Characteristics and Management of Patients with Alopecia Areata and Selected Comorbid Conditions: Results from a Survey in Five European Countries
AA patients with comorbid conditions face more severe hair loss and need specific treatments.
research Skin and Hair Changes After Forty
Women over forty can maintain skin and hair health with lifestyle and dietary changes.
research Hair Transplantation Surgery Versus Other Modalities of Treatment in Androgenetic Alopecia: A Narrative Review
Hair transplant surgery is the most effective, safe, and satisfying treatment for hair loss.
research Ageratum Conyzoides L. Extract Inhibits 5α-Reductase Gene Expression and Prostaglandin D2 Release in Human Hair Dermal Papilla Cells and Improves Symptoms of Hair Loss in Healthy Males and Females in an Open Label Pilot Study
Ageratum conyzoides L. extract may effectively and safely treat hair loss.
research Pigmented Concealing Powders for Hair Loss Patients
Pigmented concealing powders can improve the look of hair density for people with hair loss but need daily application and may not work well in wet conditions.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: An Observational Single-Center Study of 306 Cases
The study concluded that Frontal fibrosing alopecia can affect younger people, is often missed in men, and may be autoimmune-related.
research A Prospective, Comparative Evaluation of Axillary Hair Removal with an 808-nm Diode Laser at Different Fluences
Higher fluences in 808-nm diode laser treatments are more effective for axillary hair removal.
research Management of Androgenetic Alopecia
Treatments for common hair loss include minoxidil, finasteride, and hair transplantation.
research Hormonal, Medical, and Nonsurgical Aspects of Gender Affirmation
The document concludes that gender-affirming treatments are essential for transgender individuals and outlines safe hormone therapy practices.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Diagnosis and Management
PCOS is managed by lifestyle changes and personalized medication to improve symptoms and fertility.
research Ayurveda Management of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome by Single Herbs and Combinations - A Case Report
Ayurvedic herbs can help manage Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS).
research Effectiveness of Fenugreek Seeds Against Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Fenugreek seeds can help manage PCOS symptoms and improve hormone balance.
research Cosmetic Adverse Effects of Antiseizure Medications: A Systematic Review
Some antiseizure medications can cause cosmetic problems like hair loss, excessive hair growth, acne, and gum overgrowth.
research Issues in Transgender Dermatology: A Systematic Review of the Literature
The review highlights the need for more research on transgender dermatology, the role of dermatologists in gender affirmation, and the effects of hormone therapy on skin and hair.
research 11β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase Type 1 Inhibition Attenuates the Adverse Effects of Glucocorticoids on Dermal Papilla Cells
Blocking a specific enzyme can reduce the negative impact of stress hormones on hair growth cells.
research A Case Study on Ayurvedic Management in PCOS
Ayurvedic treatment helped reduce PCOS symptoms in a 19-year-old girl.