2 citations
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October 2021 in “Clinical Epidemiology and Global Health” The researchers reported a high incidence of hyperuricemia in women with PCOS, with positive correlations to testosterone, SHBG, HOMA-IR, and LDL levels, but negative correlations to HbA1C, FPG, and FSI.
21 citations
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September 2019 in “Archives of Physiology and Biochemistry” In this study, HIIT increased adiponectin levels and improved cholesterol profiles in women with PCOS, but did not change leptin or vaspin levels.
June 2021 in “Current developments in nutrition” This study found that high doses of finasteride were associated with reduced total cholesterol and body weight gain in LDLR-deficient mice.
March 2020 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences” In this study, the vertex type of male pattern baldness was associated with increased cardiovascular risk factors, suggesting it may serve as a marker for cardiovascular evaluation in men.
28 citations
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March 2009 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” This article discusses the potential relationship between androgenic alopecia and insulin resistance but presents no new clinical findings, calling for further research on the topic.
1 citations
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January 2010 in “International journal of medicinal mushrooms” This study found that Ganoderma lucidum fruiting body powder improved cholesterol profiles and hair follicle health in rats exposed to a tumor-promoting agent, suggesting potential chemopreventive properties against skin abnormalities.
This study found that patients with lichen planopilaris exhibit a higher pro-atherogenic lipid profile and elevated atherogenic indexes, suggesting a need for increased cardiovascular and lipid monitoring in these individuals.
6 citations
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February 2015 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” This study found that patients with mycosis fungoides have higher levels of cardiovascular risk markers, suggesting an increased cardiovascular risk in this group compared to healthy controls.
306 citations
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August 2011 in “Journal of cachexia, sarcopenia and muscle” This study found that GTx-024 significantly increased total lean body mass and improved physical function in healthy elderly men and postmenopausal women, suggesting potential use for muscle wasting conditions.
67 citations
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February 2010 in “Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica” In this study, hirsutism in women with PCOS was strongly associated with hyperandrogenism and metabolic abnormalities, while acne and androgenic alopecia were not effective markers for hyperandrogenism.
45 citations
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February 2011 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This study found that patients with lichen planus had significantly higher levels of triglycerides, total cholesterol, and LDL-C, and lower HDL-C compared to healthy controls, suggesting an association with dyslipidaemia.
37 citations
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January 2010 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” This study found that both men and women with androgenic alopecia had significantly higher triglycerides, total cholesterol, and LDL-C and lower HDL-C levels than controls, suggesting increased dyslipidemia prevalence.
31 citations
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February 2021 in “Nutrients” This study found that curcumin may improve glycemic control and certain aspects of lipid metabolism in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome.
29 citations
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February 2016 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This study found that patients with lichen planus were significantly more likely to have dyslipidemia, particularly with higher triglyceride levels.
16 citations
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April 2012 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” This study found that older women with polycystic ovarian syndrome are more likely to experience metabolic syndrome and have different metabolic and reproductive profiles than younger women.
15 citations
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October 2016 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This meta-analysis found that patients with androgenetic alopecia have significantly abnormal lipid profiles, which could contribute to the link between this condition and cardiovascular diseases.
12 citations
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January 2010 in “Acta Dermato Venereologica” In this case-control study, female patients with early onset androgenetic alopecia had higher triglycerides, total cholesterol, and LDL-C levels, and lower HDL-C levels compared to females with other skin diseases.
8 citations
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April 1990 in “Hormone and Metabolic Research” This study found that a combination of cyproterone acetate and ethinyl estradiol over one year did not affect glucose tolerance but increased total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, and triglycerides in patients with moderate hyperandrogenism.
1 citations
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July 2022 in “Functional foods in health and disease/Journal of functional foods in health & disease” This study found that oral probiotic supplementation over 12 weeks may improve hair growth, skin condition, metabolic health, and stress responses in Chinese adults with hair loss and a high risk of metabolic syndrome.
1 citations
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May 2013 in “Journal of the Egyptian Women's Dermatologic Society (Print)” In this study, women with androgenetic alopecia showed higher cholesterol levels and carotid artery thickness, suggesting a potential link between female AGA and cardiovascular disease.
May 2026 in “Global Translational Medicine” This study found that ethanol extract of Syzygium aromaticum (clove) leaves significantly improved lipid profiles and increased body weight in testosterone-induced benign prostatic hyperplasia rats, suggesting potential anti-hyperlipidemic effects and modulation of body weight through metabolic activity.
December 2025 in “Journal of Skin and Stem Cell” This study found a higher prevalence of lipid abnormalities in individuals with androgenetic alopecia, especially in severe cases, highlighting the need for early screening and treatment to prevent cardiovascular complications.
November 2025 in “Journal of Contemporary Medicine” This study observed that women with PCOS exhibited higher levels of triglycerides, fasting insulin, HOMA-IR, total testosterone, DHEAS, and LH/FSH ratio, and lower HDL cholesterol compared to healthy controls, with these markers varying across different PCOS phenotypes.
This study found that androgenetic alopecia in men was significantly associated with dyslipidemia, particularly in more severe cases, suggesting it could be a marker for systemic illness.
October 2023 in “Pakistan Journal of Medical & Health Sciences” In this study examining male patients with androgenetic alopecia, 63.1% were found to have dyslipidemia, with more severe hair loss significantly associated with higher lipid abnormalities, suggesting a link to cardiovascular risk factors.
March 2017 in “Iraqi Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” This study found that Iraqi male bodybuilders abusing anabolic androgenic steroids experienced significant changes in sex hormones, liver and kidney function, and lipid profiles compared to non-AAS-using controls.
May 2012 in “15th International & 14th European Congress of Endocrinology” Taking 1mg finasteride tablets for 6 months can lower good cholesterol (HDL) and raise triglycerides in men with hair loss.
January 2006 in “Arquitectos: información del Consejo Superior de los Colegios de Arquitectos de España” This study found that curcumin may improve glycemic control and lipid metabolism in patients with PCOS, although its effects on low-density lipoprotein and triglycerides were not significant.
September 2018 in “Cumhuriyet medical journal” This study found that women with severe hirsutism have thicker subcutaneous abdominal fatty tissue and are more likely to develop metabolic syndrome compared to those with moderate hirsutism.
5 citations
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June 2018 in “Journal of Diabetes, Metabolic Disorders & Control” This study found that women with polycystic ovary syndrome have higher triglyceride and fasting glucose levels in obese individuals and higher total cholesterol levels in non-obese individuals compared to healthy women.