research Women With Clinically Significant Hirsutism Always Have Detectable Endocrinological Abnormalities
All women with significant unwanted hair growth have hormonal imbalances, often from polycystic ovary syndrome.
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research The Pathogenesis of Acne: How Might Azelaic Acid Act?
Azelaic acid may help treat acne by killing bacteria, reducing inflammation, and preventing clogged pores.
research Ovarian Hilus Cell Hyperplasia and Sertoli-Leydig Cell Tumor in a Patient with Postmenopausal Virilization: A Rare Case Report
A woman's male-like physical changes were caused by two rare ovarian conditions.
research Histological and Immunohistochemical Examination of the Effect of the Nonsteroidal Antiandrogen Flutamide on Some Organs of the Male Reproductive System in Albino Rats
Flutamide caused damage to male rat reproductive organs and may affect fertility.
research Urinary Steroid Analysis of Women with Effluvium
Women with effluvium have higher levels of certain urinary steroids, possibly due to stress and increased adrenal activity.
research Women With Clinically Significant Hirsutism Always Have Detectable Endocrinological Abnormalities
Most women with excessive hair growth have a hormonal cause.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Etiology, Pathogenesis, and Diagnosis
The document concludes that PCOS is a complex disorder caused by both genetic and environmental factors, affecting women's health in various ways, and requires personalized treatment.
research Decreased Serum Ferritin Is Associated With Alopecia in Women
Low iron levels may be linked to some types of hair loss in women.
research An Update on Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia is a genetic disorder with two forms, causing symptoms like early puberty and severe acne, but can be identified through screening and treated with glucocorticoids.
research Androgen Metabolism as It Affects Hair Growth in Androgenetic Alopecia
Too much androgen can cause hair loss; finasteride may help.
research Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea Improves Cardiometabolic Function in Young Obese Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Treating sleep apnea in young obese women with PCOS can improve heart health and insulin sensitivity.
research Serum Metabolomics Study of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Based on Liquid Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry
Women with PCOS have different levels of certain fats and proteins in their blood, which could help diagnose the condition.
research Human Hair Follicles Are an Extrarenal Source and a Nonhematopoietic Target of Erythropoietin
Human hair follicles produce and respond to erythropoietin, helping protect against stress.
research Relationship of the Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Controlled, Population-Based Study
Metabolic syndrome and PCOS are related but separate conditions, with metabolic syndrome increasing the risk of heart disease and diabetes.
research Management of Hirsutism
Antiandrogens, particularly flutamide and CPA, are most effective for treating hirsutism, with long-term use needed for best results.
research Design of Finasteride-Loaded Nanoparticles for Potential Treatment of Alopecia
Finasteride-loaded nanoparticles may help treat alopecia.
research Androgen Receptor Gene CAG Repeat Polymorphism in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Longer CAG repeat lengths in the androgen receptor gene are linked to higher testosterone levels in women with PCOS.
research Clinical Efficacy and Safety of Low-Dose Flutamide Alone and Combined with an Oral Contraceptive for the Treatment of Idiopathic Hirsutism
Low-dose flutamide helps reduce excessive hair growth and is even more effective with birth control, without bad effects on blood fats.
research Increased Vibrissa Growth in Transgenic Mice Expressing Insulin-Like Growth Factor 1
IGF-1 increases whisker growth in transgenic mice.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss, Sebum Excretion, and the End-Organ Response to Androgens
Hair loss in women not always linked to increased oil production; other factors may be involved.
research The Basic Science of Hair Biology
Hair disorders are caused by a complex mix of biology, genetics, hormones, and environmental factors, affecting hair growth and leading to conditions like alopecia.
research HaCaT Cell Proliferation Influenced by Melatonin
Melatonin affects skin cell growth differently based on how much and how long it's used.
research Effect of Castration and Finasteride on Urinary Oxalate Excretion in Male Rats
Castration and finasteride lower urinary oxalate in male rats, potentially treating urolithiasis.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Common Reproductive and Metabolic Disorder Necessitating Early Recognition and Treatment
Early diagnosis and treatment of PCOS is crucial to reduce emotional distress and health risks.
research Defining Hyperandrogenaemia According to the Free Androgen Index in Chinese Women: A Cross-Sectional Study
FAI values above 6.4 may suggest high androgen levels and increased metabolic risks in Chinese women of reproductive age.
research Serum Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor B Is Elevated in Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Can Be Decreased With Metformin Treatment
Women with PCOS have higher levels of a certain growth factor, which can be reduced by taking metformin.
research Alopecia From Oral Contraceptives
Oral contraceptives may cause hair loss in women.
research Current Concepts in Aesthetic Endocrinology
Hormones affect skin aging and fat distribution, and treatments can help, but only minoxidil is proven for female hair loss.
research Urinary Steroids in Men with Male-Pattern Alopecia
Men with male-pattern baldness have higher levels of certain testosterone metabolites and may have more active androgen metabolism.
research Prevalence of Hyperprolactinaemia in Female Premenopausal Blood Donors
A small number of premenopausal female blood donors had high prolactin levels, often due to stress, and retesting is recommended to prevent misdiagnosis.