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July 2024 in “Journal of Medical and Life Science” In this review, researchers examined the complex interaction of hormones, genes, and reactive oxygen species in hirsutism and PCOS, highlighting prolactin's role in modulating hormone levels linked to hair growth disorders.
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January 2022 in “Springer eBooks”
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January 2017 in “Expert opinion on orphan drugs” This study reviews current systemic treatments for hidradenitis suppurativa, highlighting traditional methods and new options like biological agents, and suggests that pharmacological therapies show promise, particularly for non-advanced cases, despite the disease's complex etiology involving factors such as genetics and inflammation.
In this study, only a small percentage of women with polycystic ovary syndrome reported using holistic management strategies, highlighting a need for increased focus on comprehensive approaches to managing the condition.
May 2024 in “International Seven Journal of Multidisciplinary” This review discusses fibrosing frontal alopecia, including its causes, mechanisms, and treatments, and emphasizes the need for further research to improve understanding and treatments; it reports no new clinical results.
This review explores the risk factors, associated comorbidities, and psychological impacts of early-onset androgenetic alopecia, highlighting its complexity and potential implications for treatment response and overall health.
June 2018 in “Journal of Clinical Periodontology” Finasteride may cause gum side effects in some patients.
June 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Women in Australia report different signs of facial aging compared to women in the US, UK, and Canada; men with Lichen planopilaris often have hormonal abnormalities and thyroid disease.
June 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Most men with lichen planopilaris had it confirmed by biopsy and often had thyroid issues, sexual dysfunction, or prostate cancer, hinting at a link with hormonal problems.
November 2015 in “International journal of science and research” This study found that adult acne is more inflammatory than adolescent acne and predominantly affects the cheeks, jaw-line, and chin.
August 2014 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This letter discusses a study where obesity was linked to hirsutism but not androgenetic alopecia in children and adolescents, contrasting with previous findings in adult men.
April 2026 in “Academia Polonica.” In this study, researchers explored the hormonal and biochemical factors linked to alopecia in women, highlighting how various factors such as nutrient deficiencies, hormonal imbalances, and stress may influence hair loss patterns, necessitating a comprehensive diagnostic and treatment approach in trichological practice.
February 2018 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” In this animal study, finasteride exposure led to impaired spermatogenesis in rats, while the novel compound DA-9401, derived from three medicinal herbs, demonstrated potential in improving sperm parameters and reducing testicular apoptosis when used alone or with finasteride.
April 2014 in “The FASEB Journal” This study examined 12 women with androgenetic alopecia and found that many had other symptoms linked to hyperandrogenism, suggesting the importance of further hormone level investigations.
August 2023 in “Repository of the University of Primorsk (University of Primorska)” A Western diet may increase acne risk, while a Mediterranean diet and certain supplements can help reduce it.
May 2025 in “Journal of Drug Delivery and Therapeutics” This review discusses the integration of modern and Unani medicine in the management of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, highlighting the potential of Unani herbal formulations as promising alternatives with minimal side effects but reports no new clinical results.
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February 2004 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” In this study, polycystic ovary syndrome was the most prevalent cause of androgen excess, and suppressive hormonal therapy improved hirsutism, menstrual dysfunction, and acne in most patients, though side effects were common.
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January 2003 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” This article reviews the effects of menopause on skin aging and suggests that hormone replacement therapy may help reverse some of these changes.
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April 2011 in “Archives of Dermatology” This study found a high prevalence of central hair loss among African American women and associated it with diabetes mellitus type 2, bacterial scalp infections, and hairstyles causing traction.
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January 2000 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” This study found that the progestins norgestimate and dienogest may help treat clinical hyperandrogeny in women by inhibiting skin 5 alpha-reductase activity with minimal androgenic potential.
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March 2001 in “Clinics in Dermatology” This article discusses treatment approaches for female pattern hair loss and concludes that available medical treatments are effective in reversing or stabilizing the condition in most cases of mild-to-moderate severity.
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February 2007 in “The American Journal of Medicine” This review discusses the diagnosis, symptoms, metabolic complications, and treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome, offering no new clinical findings but includes a summary of treatment recommendations.
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September 2008 in “Dermatologic therapy” This review discusses medical treatments for hirsutism, focusing on oral contraceptives and other therapies, but reports no new results; the authors emphasize the lack of evidence for insulin sensitizers in treating hirsutism alone.
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November 2015 in “Dermatologic Clinics” This review discusses the potential hormonal and metabolic factors influencing hidradenitis suppurativa and highlights the need for further research to explore hormonal dysregulation's role in the disease.
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September 2020 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology”
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January 2004 in “Hormone Research in Paediatrics” In this study, the prevalence of clinical polycystic ovary syndrome among high school girls in Isfahan, Iran was reported at 3%, with a note that hormonal assessments might uncover higher rates.
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January 1997 in “Clinics in Dermatology” This study found that women with androgenetic alopecia and alopecia areata had significantly lower serum ferritin levels compared to women without hair loss.
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August 2005 in “Dermatologic Clinics” This review discusses how the brain can influence skin biology, suggesting a link between psychological factors and skin health, but it reports no new scientific findings.
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January 2015 in “BioMed Research International” Continuous light exposure in rats leads to PCOS-like symptoms and suggests sleep habits might affect the disorder's development.
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March 2019 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Acne is significantly influenced by genetics, and understanding its genetic basis could lead to better, targeted treatments.