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July 2009 in “Experimental and Clinical Endocrinology & Diabetes” In this study, Buserelin nasal spray significantly reduced hirsutism scores and suppressed ovarian steroid secretion in women with non-adrenal hirsutism over six months, with effects lasting post-treatment.
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April 2016 in “Andrology” This review discusses the etio-pathogenetic factors in benign prostatic hyperplasia and their role in the development of lower urinary tract symptoms but reports no new research findings.
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November 2013 in “The BMJ” This study observed a temporal association between tamsulosin use for benign prostatic hyperplasia and an increased risk of severe hypotension requiring hospital admission during the first eight weeks of treatment initiation and restart.
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August 2021 in “Clinical Epidemiology” Men using 5-alpha reductase inhibitors for prostate issues may have a slightly higher risk of blood clots.
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February 2002 in “The American journal of psychiatry” This report describes a potential association between HAIR-AN syndrome and the onset of manic symptoms in a patient after discontinuing oral contraceptives, though this relationship requires further investigation.
April 2020 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” This study suggests that hair cortisol measurement could serve as an alternative diagnostic method for Cushing’s disease, showing acceptable concordance with urinary free cortisol despite differing evaluated periods.
April 2017 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences” This study reports that polycystic ovary syndrome was the most common cause of hirsutism among Indian patients, with 70% of cases associated with this condition.
May 2019 in “Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research” This study found a significant association between unhealthy food patterns and higher BMI in young women with PCOS, emphasizing the need for awareness of lifestyle's impact on hormonal and metabolic health.
CaBP1 and 2 are necessary for maintaining calcium currents and hearing in inner ear cells.
July 2026 in “International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)” In this study, women with PCOS were found to have higher BMI, insulin resistance, and homocysteine levels, which are key predictors of the condition.
January 2004 in “Chinese Journal of Blood Purification” This study found that minoxidil is highly effective in managing severe hypertension in hemodialysis patients without affecting renal function, though it may cause hair growth.
January 2023 in “Scholars journal of applied medical sciences” This study found that polycystic ovary syndrome and idiopathic hirsutism are the main causes of hirsutism in the women studied at a gynecology clinic, accounting for about 94% of cases.
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June 2024 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” This review highlights that while sonidegib and vismodegib offer promising treatment options for advanced basal cell carcinoma, their use is often limited by treatment-emergent adverse events, which can be managed through protocol modifications and supportive interventions.
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November 2013 in “European journal of endocrinology” This paper reviews the treatment options for hirsutism and emphasizes the importance of diagnosing its underlying cause and considering patient perception and specific phenotypes, reporting no new clinical results.
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February 2024 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Certain genetic factors may contribute to frontal fibrosing alopecia in Brazil.
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February 2009 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” This study reports an improvement in lymphomatoid papulosis type A in a 52-year-old patient who concurrently used hormone-replacement therapy.
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September 2019 in “Journal of Orthodontics” In this study, a 13-year-old boy developed temporary pressure alopecia from wearing orthodontic headgear, which resolved after discontinuation, highlighting a rare side effect that can affect psychosocial wellbeing.
September 2025 in “BioMed” In this case report and literature review, researchers observed that black hairy tongue syndrome can be improved by dietary restrictions and local care, identifying factors like antibiotics, malignancies, and certain medications as common triggers, with resolution achieved by eliminating these factors when possible.
23 citations
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January 2016 in “Journal of Nanjing Medical University” This study found that higher BMI in PCOS patients at a Chinese clinic was associated with functional disorders of androgen excess, suggesting BMI may predict hyperandrogenism in this population.
September 2022 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study measured hyperkalemia rates in women using spironolactone for acne, hair loss, and hirsutism to evaluate the necessity of laboratory monitoring, examining variations among different age, racial, and ethnic groups.
10 citations
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January 2003 in “Seminars in reproductive medicine” This review covers the pathophysiology, diagnosis, evaluation, and treatment of hirsutism and reports no new clinical findings.
June 2026 in “Quality in Sport” This study reviewed the current understanding of congenital adrenal hyperplasia from 21-hydroxylase deficiency, highlighting the impact of universal newborn screening in reducing mortality and discussing ongoing treatment challenges and future therapeutic prospects.
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December 2002 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This case study reports a 66-year-old woman developing shortness of breath while taking 50 mg/day of cyproterone acetate for androgenetic alopecia, a complication not previously documented in women with this condition.
6 citations
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June 2018 in “Journal of pediatric endocrinology & metabolism/Journal of pediatric endocrinology and metabolism” In this study, eight patients with hereditary vitamin D-resistant rickets who share a specific VDR mutation showed improved clinical symptoms except alopecia after up to 11 years of treatment.
In this case report, a 59-year-old woman experienced burning sensations and developed atrophic, hypopigmented, ivory papules and plaques on her palms and soles over three years, which worsened after walking for extended periods.
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November 2008 in “Expert Review of Endocrinology & Metabolism” This review discusses biotin and biotinidase deficiencies, their symptoms, and methods of medical management, without presenting new clinical findings.
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January 2023 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” In this study, researchers found that unexplained liver damage in PCOS patients may involve iron metabolism and the miR-761-hepcidin/GPX4 axis, suggesting potential therapeutic targets.
June 2015 in “Obstetrics, gynaecology and reproductive medicine” This article reviews the causes, physiology, and treatment strategies for hirsutism in women, highlighting that effective management often requires addressing underlying conditions and may involve lifestyle changes and pharmacological interventions.
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December 2023 in “Prostate International” This review provides an overview of the risks and side effects associated with common medications used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia, highlighting the importance for clinicians and patients to discuss these aspects for informed decision-making.
November 2002 in “Hair transplant forum international” This announcement from the President of the American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery reports the formation and incorporation of the International Board of Hair Restoration Surgery, but offers no new research findings.