July 2023 in “Journal of Controversies in Obstetrics & Gynecology and Pediatrics” This review provides an overview of polycystic ovary syndrome, including its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment strategies, and reports no new research findings.
This review discusses the genetic differences between male and female pattern hair loss and highlights the uncertainty surrounding genetic factors in female pattern hair loss, but reports no clinical results.
April 2023 in “Anatomy Physiology & Biochemistry International Journal” In this study, researchers identified specific SNPs associated with polycystic ovarian syndrome in women from Karnataka, which could improve understanding of genetic mechanisms and aid in future diagnosis and treatment efforts.
January 2022 in “IntechOpen eBooks” This review examines lesser-known factors contributing to polycystic ovarian syndrome and reports no new clinical results, emphasizing the need for further research into individualized treatment and prevention strategies.
August 2021 in “Annals of Agricultural and Environmental Medicine” This review provides a detailed analysis of frontal fibrosing alopecia, focusing on its prevalence in postmenopausal Caucasian women, associated comorbidities, and potential autoimmune, genetic, hormonal, and environmental factors; it emphasizes the need for improved understanding to enhance diagnosis and treatment.
March 2012 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article discusses differences in hair loss among monozygotic female twins despite identical genetics and reports no new clinical findings.
January 2025 in “i-manager s Journal on Life Sciences” This review discusses PCOD's pathophysiology, clinical features, and management strategies but reports no new clinical findings, emphasizing the need for early diagnosis and multidisciplinary management.
June 2020 in “Medicina estética (Madrid)” This study compiles current scientific knowledge on female pattern hair loss for aesthetic physicians, but it does not present new clinical findings.
September 2022 in “Translational Andrology and Urology” This study found that in young men with post-finasteride syndrome, there are potential genetic risk factors associated with psychological and sexual dysfunctions, suggesting genetic screening may be beneficial before prescribing finasteride.
October 2022 in “Reproductive health of woman” This review discusses the pathogenesis, clinical features, and diagnostic approaches for female pattern hair loss, emphasizing the need for interdisciplinary management, but offers no new results.
August 2022 in “Metabolic Brain Disease” In this study with a mouse model of catamenial epilepsy, ferulic acid may effectively reduce seizure susceptibility and depression-like behavior by influencing hormone levels and neurotransmitter activity.
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January 1994 in “Annual Reports in Medicinal Chemistry” This review discusses hormonal manipulation for conditions like prostatic disorders and skin issues and highlights promising treatments like casodex and finasteride, but it reports no new clinical results.
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October 2017 in “JOGC/Journal of obstetrics and gynaecology Canada” This review discusses the causes and management of hirsutism and suggests improvement can be achieved with a combination of hair removal, suppression of androgen production, and lifestyle changes over 6 to 9 months.
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January 2016 in “Journal of Steroids & Hormonal Science” This study found that in PCOS women, polycystic ovarian morphology is linked to more severe hormonal imbalances and insulin resistance, especially in those who are overweight or obese.
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October 2015 in “Journal of endocrinology and diabetes” This review discusses the diagnostic criteria and challenges in recognizing polycystic ovary syndrome, noting varied phenotypes and the absence of consensus on renaming the condition; it reports no new findings.
September 2025 in “International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)” This theoretical review analyzes how stress affects hair loss through hormonal and neural pathways, indicating that knowledgeable hairdressers could help in early detection and guide clients toward medical interventions, highlighting a potential collaboration between aesthetic care and medical treatment for stress-induced alopecia.
January 2023 in “International journal of homoeopathic sciences” This study collected data on PCOS symptoms among female students and assessed the prevalence of menstrual irregularities, obesity, hirsutism, alopecia, and severe acne in this group.
January 1987 in “Journal of steroid biochemistry/Journal of Steroid Biochemistry” This review discusses hormonal therapies for acne related to endocrine disorders and provides practical guidelines for managing hormonally influenced acne in clinical practice, but reports no new clinical results.
October 2016 in “Journal of the Dermatology Nurses’ Association” This update discusses guidelines for dermatology nurses and nurse practitioners on polycystic ovary syndrome but presents no new research findings; it emphasizes their role in early diagnosis through recognizing skin symptoms.
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October 2018 in “Endocrine Reviews” This review discusses the effects of hormonal treatments on the physical and mental health of transgender individuals, reporting significant reductions in mental health issues following treatment, but calls for more research on long-term and nonbinary outcomes.
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November 2009 in “Medical Clinics of North America” This article reviews the hormonal and medication-related factors associated with acne development but does not present new research findings.
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January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” This review examines hormonal influences on acne development and available hormonal therapies but reports no new clinical results.
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October 2024 in “Scientific Reports” In this study using data from young women in West Bengal, India, the researchers identified that leptin signaling impairment, insulin resistance, and specific gene mutations significantly contribute to PCOS, with obesity commonly manifesting in affected individuals.
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May 2009 in “Sexual and Relationship Therapy” This review summarizes existing clinical guidelines for hormonal therapy in gender dysphoria, observing similarities in international practices and emphasizing the need for more evidence-based research, particularly on GnRH agonists for both trans women and men.
This study examined data from the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System and found that finasteride use is linked with both known and previously unlisted adverse events, such as erectile dysfunction and post-5α reductase inhibitor syndrome, with variations observed by age and sex.
April 2024 in “The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine ” This article discusses the genetic and hormonal factors involved in androgenetic alopecia and its association with increased risks of cardiovascular diseases and metabolic disorders, but it does not present new research findings.
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January 2020 in “Journal of Ovarian Research” This review suggests that quercetin supplementation may benefit ovarian functions and hormonal levels in polycystic ovary syndrome, though further high-quality trials are needed for confirmation.
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November 2016 in “Molecular Medicine Reports” This study found that women with acne resistant to conventional treatments had significantly higher levels of testosterone, DHEA‑S, prolactin, and LH, suggesting potential underlying hormonal disorders.
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January 2003 in “Journal of Pediatric Endocrinology and Metabolism” This study observed that the use of hormonal hair products remains common among US Army School personnel, with higher use rates among non-white, female, and enlisted individuals.
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December 1997 in “Pediatric Clinics of North America” This article reviews adolescent sexual behavior and emphasizes the importance of hormonal contraception for sexually active teenagers, suggesting that health care providers play a crucial role in addressing their reproductive needs.