20 citations,
October 2017 in “Clinical Endocrinology” The conclusion is that removing both ovaries is the best treatment for excess male hormones in postmenopausal women, with medication as another option, and managing insulin resistance is important for diagnosis and treatment.
393 citations,
November 2000 in “Archives of General Psychiatry” Testosterone is important for men's sexual function, may help some women's sexual desire, while other hormones and neurotransmitters also play complex roles in sexual behavior.
118 citations,
September 2004 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Hormones, especially androgens, play a big role in acne, but most acne sufferers don't have a hormone disorder. Hormonal treatments, including birth control pills, can be very effective for women whose acne doesn't improve with regular treatments.
July 1989 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Minoxidil helps increase hair growth and density in people with hair loss, with higher concentrations giving better results.
June 2008 in “British Journal of Dermatology” UK medical students lack dermatology education, liver biopsy patients with risk factors show more fibrosis, and certain fungi resist drugs due to melanin; genetics may influence female hair loss.
21 citations,
February 2017 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” Hormonal therapies help treat female hair loss, but results are slow and vary.
46 citations,
August 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The study found that family history, personal history of adolescent acne, no pregnancies, hirsutism, office work, stress, and low intake of fruits/vegetables and fish are risk factors for adult female acne.
11 citations,
January 2013 in “Postępy Dermatologii i Alergologii” The conclusion is that a combination of noninvasive treatments and lifestyle changes can improve skin health during menopause.
5 citations,
November 2018 in “Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology” Ovarian Leydig cell tumors are hard to diagnose with just advanced imaging; expert ultrasound and clinical evaluation are essential.
March 2023 in “Seminars in reproductive medicine” PCOS often leads to sleep problems, especially obstructive sleep apnea, affecting overall health.
66 citations,
November 2001 in “European journal of endocrinology” Low SHBG and high FAI, FT, and DHEAS levels are effective in identifying PCOS.
179 citations,
March 2005 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Oral antiandrogens effectively treat female hair loss, with better results in higher hair loss grades.
41 citations,
April 2010 in “Gender Medicine” The conclusion is that hirsutism should be diagnosed and treated because it affects quality of life and may signal other health problems.
3 citations,
February 2018 in “InTech eBooks” Traditional Chinese Medicine and acupuncture may improve Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome symptoms and reduce costs, but more research is needed.
229 citations,
August 2002 in “Experimental Gerontology” AGA causes hair loss by shrinking hair follicles due to DHT binding, and can be treated with finasteride and minoxidil.
5 citations,
April 2013 in “Current Problems in Pediatric and Adolescent Health Care” The document concludes that early and personalized treatment for PCOS in adolescents is crucial to manage symptoms and prevent long-term health issues.
4 citations,
January 2019 in “Clinical Chemistry” Diagnosing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is hard due to varying symptoms, no set criteria, and the need for better tests and education.
1 citations,
July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Heredity and hormones cause common hair loss, and topical minoxidil is the first recommended treatment.
January 2015 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that managing PCOS involves lifestyle changes, medication, and monitoring for associated health risks.
1265 citations,
October 2013 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” The guideline suggests using specific criteria to diagnose PCOS, recommends various treatments for its symptoms, and advises screening for related health issues.
86 citations,
July 2002 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” FPHL is a common, age-related, genetic hair loss with unclear causes and limited treatment options.
29 citations,
December 1998 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” New treatments for hair loss show promise, especially finasteride for men and a stronger minoxidil formula.
6 citations,
January 2013 in “Case reports in endocrinology” The document concludes that AFA should be considered in patients with acromegaly-like features but normal hormone levels, and more cases need to be identified to understand the condition fully.
4 citations,
March 1986 in “BMJ” General surgeons are crucial for handling various emergencies in small hospitals and should balance broad skills with some specialization for effective, economical community care.
May 2003 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Hair loss can be treated with medications like minoxidil and finasteride or surgery, but treatment effectiveness varies by alopecia type and accurate diagnosis is important.
13 citations,
January 2016 in “Journal of the Egyptian Women's Dermatologic Society (Print)” Minoxidil works faster and is more cost-effective for treating hair loss, but platelet-rich plasma microneedling can be an alternative for those who can't use minoxidil.
2 citations,
October 2015 in “The New England Journal of Medicine” The woman's surgery lowered her testosterone and improved scalp hair loss but did not change her excessive body hair.
89 citations,
November 2014 in “Medical Clinics of North America” Eating 500 fewer calories a day and making lifestyle changes can improve PCOS symptoms and reduce diabetes risk; more research is needed on its causes and treatments.
28 citations,
November 2014 in “Current Diabetes Reports” Girls with PCOS during adolescence have a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes, and early treatment can help manage this risk.
Treatments for hair loss vary, but cell-based options may be the future.