research Hirsutism: Evaluation and Treatment
Excessive hair growth can be assessed by history, exam, and blood tests, and treated with medication like dexamethasone, birth control pills, and spironolactone.
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research Are 2D:4D Finger-Length Ratios an Indicator of Androgenetic Alopecia in Males?
Right hand finger ratio may predict male hair loss.
research Clinical Efficacy of a Cosmetic Treatment by Crescina Human Follicle Stem Cell on Healthy Males with Androgenetic Alopecia
Crescina® lotion helps reduce hair loss and increase hair growth in males with androgenetic alopecia.
research Future Horizons in Hair Restoration
New cell-based therapies may improve hair loss treatments in the future.
research Hair Transplantation: Causes, Techniques, and Future Prospects
Hair transplantation is a treatment for hair loss mainly caused by genetics, with various techniques and potential complications, and results visible after 8-12 months.
research Male and Female Androgenetic Alopecia
AGA causes permanent hair loss; minoxidil helps men, finasteride helps men, minoxidil somewhat helps women, estrogens/antiandrogens lack evidence for women.
research Antiandrogen Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Antiandrogen treatments combined with oral contraceptives can help manage hair growth and hair loss in women with PCOS.
research Treatment of Hirsutism by Finasteride and Flutamide in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Finasteride and flutamide effectively reduce hirsutism in PCOS women, with flutamide also lowering hormone levels.
research Comparison of Finasteride and Flutamide in the Treatment of Idiopathic Hirsutism
Finasteride and flutamide both reduce hair growth, but finasteride has fewer side effects.
research Comparison of Finasteride Versus Spironolactone in the Treatment of Idiopathic Hirsutism
Finasteride reduces hair growth better, but spironolactone has more side effects.
research The Modern Management of Hirsutism
Effective hirsutism management requires identifying the cause, combining new and traditional treatments, and setting realistic expectations for patients.
research Complementary Therapy with Traditional Chinese Medicine for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Traditional Chinese Medicine and acupuncture may improve Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome symptoms and reduce costs, but more research is needed.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Cardiovascular Disease
PCOS increases the risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes in women.
research The Comparison of Blood Lipid Profile in Patients with and Without Androgenetic Alopecia
There's no significant link between blood fat levels and male pattern baldness.
research Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia: A Comprehensive Review
The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment of Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia are crucial for preventing serious health issues and improving patient outcomes.
research Hair: What Is New in Diagnosis and Management?
Female pattern hair loss diagnosed by scalp appearance, treated with combined therapies and targeted approaches.
research Alopecia: Children Are Not Just Little People
Hair loss in children is diagnosed and treated differently than in adults, with different common causes and a focus on less invasive methods.
research Female Androgenetic Alopecia and Cardiovascular Risk
Women with hair loss have higher heart disease risk and unhealthy cholesterol levels.
research Hypertension and Aldosterone Levels in Women with Early-Onset Androgenetic Alopecia
Women with early hair loss have higher blood pressure and aldosterone; screening and treatment may help.
research Male Androgenetic Alopecia and Cardiovascular Risk Factors: A Case-Control Study
Balding men have higher heart disease risk.
research Alopecia in General Medicine
The document concludes that diagnosing and treating hair loss is complex and requires understanding its psychological effects and underlying causes, while also calling for more research and new treatments.
research Atherogenic Index of Plasma in Non-Obese Women with Androgenetic Alopecia
Non-obese women with hair loss have higher heart disease risk.
research Proteomic Analysis of Balding and Non-Balding Mesenchyme-Derived Dermal Papilla Cells from Androgenetic Alopecia Patients Using Online Two-Dimensional Reversed Phase-Reversed Phase LC-MS/MS
Found different proteins in balding and non-balding cells, giving insight into hair loss causes.
research Acne
Acne is a common skin condition that can be influenced by diet, lifestyle, and hormones, and requires a treatment approach that includes psychological considerations.
research Cosmetic Approach for Men: Dermatological Needs and Treatments
Men are increasingly seeking quick-result cosmetic treatments for their thicker, oilier skin and hair loss issues.
research Antiandrogen And Hormonal Treatment Of Acne
Certain hormone treatments can improve acne and related conditions in women.
research Androgen Receptor Accelerates Premature Senescence of Human Dermal Papilla Cells in Association with DNA Damage
Androgen receptor signaling causes early aging of cells important for hair growth by damaging their DNA.
research Significant Effects of Mild Endogenous Hormonal Changes in Humans: Considerations for Low-Dose Testing
Small changes in hormones can significantly impact health, showing the importance of sensitive testing for chemicals that disrupt hormones.
research Post-Finasteride Syndrome: Risks and Side Effects of Finasteride for Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride may cause lasting sexual, mental, and physical symptoms; use with caution.
research Androgenetic Alopecia at Various Ages and Prostate Cancer Risk in an Equal-Access Multiethnic Case-Control Series of Veterans
Early balding, especially frontal, increases prostate cancer risk; more research needed.