research Pathogenesis and Causes of Hirsutism
Hirsutism is mainly caused by high androgen levels or sensitivity, with PCOS being the most common cause.
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research Cyproterone Acetate: A Genotoxic Carcinogen?
Cyproterone acetate may cause liver cancer at high doses, but is considered safe at recommended doses for approved uses.
research A Rare Cause of Hyperandrogenism in Postmenopausal Women: Ovarian Stromal Hyperplasia
Ovarian stromal hyperplasia can cause high testosterone in postmenopausal women and is treated by removing the ovaries.
research Postmenopausal Hyperandrogenism Due to Rare Ovarian Tumor
A rare ovarian tumor caused high testosterone in a postmenopausal woman, resolved by surgery.
research A Diagnostically Challenging Case of Hyperandrogenism in a Postmenopausal Woman
The case highlights the complexity of diagnosing high testosterone in older women and the need for thorough testing.
research Leydig Cell Tumor: A Rare Cause of Postmenopausal Hyperandrogenism
Leydig cell tumors can cause high testosterone and symptoms like hair loss in postmenopausal women, but surgery can improve these symptoms.
research Resection of a Pure Androgen Secreting Adrenal Adenoma in a Postmenopausal Woman: A Case Report
Removing an adrenal tumor can significantly reduce high androgen levels in postmenopausal women.
research A Rare Case of Ovarian Cellular Fibroma Producing Testosterone
A woman's ovarian fibroma caused high testosterone levels, which normalized after surgery.
research A Microfluidic Application for Mass Production of Drug-Loaded Polymeric Microspheres for a Long-Acting Injectable With IVL-DrugFluidic, a Novel Microfluidic Microsphere Manufacturing Platform Technology
IVL-DrugFluidic® can mass-produce high-quality, long-acting injectable drug microspheres, improving patient compliance and reducing side effects.
research Hairline Lowering Surgery: How We Do It
Hairline-lowering surgery effectively reduces a high hairline with immediate, noticeable results.
research A 1.6cm Androgen Secreting Ovarian Leydig Cell Tumor Evades Detection on Multiple Imaging Modalities
A woman's small ovarian tumor causing high androgen levels was missed by several scans but found during surgery.
research A Hairy Situation: Ovarian Sex Cord Stromal Tumor As A Rare Cause Of Hyperandrogenism
A rare ovarian tumor caused high testosterone and excess hair in a woman, which was resolved after tumor removal.
research Systemic Lupus Erythematosus as a Rare Cause of Hypercalcemia: A Case Report
Lupus can be a rare cause of high calcium levels in the blood.
research Hypertensive Urgency in a Child with Focal Epilepsy: Is It Sodium Valproate Induced?
Sodium valproate can cause serious high blood pressure in children.
research Editor's Picks January 2021
PrEP doesn't increase STI risk in high-risk men, anti-androgen drugs may lower ICU admission for male COVID-19 patients, a 3-point injection is better for crow's feet, and the 'Geriatric-8' tool could help assess frailty in older skin cancer patients.
research FDA-Cleared Devices Produce Inconsistent Platelet-Rich Plasma Product
FDA-cleared devices often fail to produce high-quality platelet-rich plasma consistently.
research The Relationship Between Socioeconomic Status and Traumatic Brain Injuries in Pediatric Populations
Kids from areas with more high school dropouts have higher rates of brain injuries.
research Healthy Tofu (Tofu Made From Almonds and Sunflower Seeds)
Almond and sunflower seed tofu is high in protein and marketed for diets and vegetarians.
research Androgen Secreting Steroid Cell Tumor of the Ovary Presented with Postmenopausal Bleeding and Extensive Hirsutism
A woman's excessive hair growth and high testosterone were caused by a rare ovarian tumor, which was successfully treated with surgery.
research Testosterone-Secreting Tumor or Insulin Resistance? Metformin as a Diagnostic and Therapeutic Trial
Metformin can help diagnose and treat high testosterone levels in women, often due to insulin resistance rather than a tumor.
research Pituitary-Dependent Hyperadrenocorticism in a Shi Tzu Dog Treated with Twice-Daily Oral Trilostane: A Case Report
A Shi Tzu dog with high cortisol levels improved after increasing the dose of trilostane.
research Hyperandrogenism in a Set of Triplets with Modification of Clinical Course by Hyperthyroidism
Hyperthyroidism can hide signs of high androgen levels in females.
research Responses of Type II Spiral Ganglion Neurites to Stripes of Laminin and Fibronectin
Type II spiral ganglion neurites avoid high concentrations of laminin and fibronectin.
research Hirsutism
Hirsutism is often caused by high male hormone levels and can be treated with lifestyle changes and medications.
research A Bronze Head of the Fifth Century B.C.
The bronze head shows the high skill and beauty valued by ancient Greek sculptors.
research Evaluation of Serum Amyloid A3 in Young Adult Males with Early Onset of Androgenic Alopecia
Young men with early hair loss and high SAA3 levels are at higher risk for heart disease.
research Psychological Characteristics of Alopecia Areata and Androgenetic Alopecia in Women
Women with alopecia often experience high levels of anxiety and depression, needing psychiatric help.
research Bioactive Peptides Derived from Food Proteins Preventing Lifestyle-Related Diseases
Food-derived peptides may help prevent diseases like high blood pressure and high cholesterol, and can support the immune system.
research A Prospective Study of the Prevalence of Nonclassical Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Among Women Presenting with Hyperandrogenic Symptoms and Signs
About 2.2% of women with symptoms of high male hormones have a mild form of congenital adrenal hyperplasia, and measuring a specific hormone level can accurately diagnose it.
research Management of Endocrine Disease: Hyperandrogenism After Menopause
Doctors should check for serious tumor causes of high androgen levels in postmenopausal women and more research is needed on this condition.