September 2004 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article summarizes a meeting of the American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery's Board of Directors to discuss future plans, but does not report new experimental results.
3 citations
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July 2011 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” This article reviews the causes and treatments of hirsutism, emphasizing the importance of considering ethnic and cultural norms when interpreting grading systems, and reports no new original findings.
39 citations
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May 2011 in “European Journal of Clinical Investigation” This review discusses the various causes of hirsutism other than PCOS, emphasizing the importance of distinguishing potentially life-threatening conditions like androgen-secreting tumors from more benign causes; it reports no new clinical findings.
1 citations
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January 2006 This article reviews the pathophysiology and causes of androgen-mediated hair growth in hirsutism but does not report any clinical outcomes; treatment aspects are discussed separately.
5 citations
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September 2013 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Researchers found a new mutation in the HR gene causing hair loss and skin bumps in a Pakistani family.
3 citations
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December 2023 in “Aging” In liver cancer cells, this study found that upregulating hsa_circ_0002980 inhibits cell proliferation, metastasis, and EMT by modulating the miR-1303/CADM2 axis, suggesting it as a potential therapeutic target.
2 citations
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December 2016 in “Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatology” This study found that serum androgen levels were associated with the severity of hirsutism in women, with significantly higher levels observed in those with moderate to severe hair growth.
June 2015 in “Obstetrics, gynaecology and reproductive medicine” This article reviews the causes, physiology, and treatment strategies for hirsutism in women, highlighting that effective management often requires addressing underlying conditions and may involve lifestyle changes and pharmacological interventions.
December 2024 in “Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatologists” This article reviews the causes, diagnosis, and treatment options for hirsutism in females, noting its connection to conditions like PCOS and highlighting the emotional distress it can cause.
7 citations
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January 2014 in “Case reports in endocrinology” This case report describes a testosterone- and cortisol-secreting adrenocortical oncocytoma causing hirsutism in a 23-year-old woman, highlighting adrenal oncocytomas as an important consideration for differential diagnosis.
April 2017 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences” This study reports that polycystic ovary syndrome was the most common cause of hirsutism among Indian patients, with 70% of cases associated with this condition.
5 citations
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January 2017 in “Dermato-endocrinology” This study found that postmenopausal women with a history of hirsutism and/or oligo-amenorrhea have a higher prevalence of several comorbidities, including heart and respiratory diseases, than those without these reproductive history markers.
13 citations
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January 2012 in “International Journal of Trichology” In this study, idiopathic hirsutism was identified as the most common cause of hirsutism among the participants, with a significant difference in hormone levels between cases of polycystic ovarian syndrome and idiopathic hirsutism.
December 2021 in “OPAL (Open@LaTrobe) (La Trobe University)” This study found that knocking out the Hars2 gene in mouse cochlear hair cells led to mitochondrial dysfunction and ROS stress, resulting in progressive hearing loss and differential effects on inner and outer hair cells.
1 citations
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January 2001 in “Endocrine Practice” This study suggests that topical finasteride may benefit women with facial hirsutism, based on observations from a small sample.
41 citations
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April 2010 in “Gender Medicine” This review discusses the causes, clinical features, diagnostic approach, and treatment options for hirsutism in women, but reports no new findings.
1 citations
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September 2022 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This study found that visits for hair- and scalp-related disorders to a derm clinic increased significantly over a decade, with androgenetic alopecia showing the largest rise.
35 citations
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April 2008 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” This study found that the lack of expression and deletion of specific hair keratin genes on chromosome 7q36 in Hirosaki hairless rats suggests the crucial role of these genes in hair growth.
56 citations
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November 2007 in “Molecular and cellular endocrinology” This study identified enzymes responsible for regulating androgen action in the human prostate, suggesting that inhibiting AKR1C2 or RL-HSD may have therapeutic potential in androgen insufficiency or benign prostatic hyperplasia, respectively.
June 2016 in “The Egyptian Journal of Fertility and Sterility” This review discusses strategies for managing hirsutism in PCOS, highlighting lifestyle changes, hormonal treatments, and the importance of patient-centered care, but reports no new clinical results.
March 2010 in “Gynecologic and Obstetric Investigation” This review discusses various aspects of hirsutism in women, including causes, hormonal influences, and treatment approaches, but reports no new findings.
16 citations
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April 2020 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” This article reviews the use of laser and light-based devices for hair removal, highlighting their effectiveness in significantly reducing hair growth in individuals with fair skin and dark hair, and suggests that photoepilation offers advantages over traditional hair removal methods.
14 citations
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March 2010 in “Gynecological endocrinology” This article provides an overview of treatment options for hirsutism, summarizing both pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic approaches, but reports no new clinical results.
89 citations
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March 1990 in “PubMed” This study found that shaving was the most helpful and commonly used temporary hair removal method among women with facial hirsutism.
September 2025 in “PubMed” This study explores Unani and modern medical perspectives on hirsutism, highlighting similarities in their understanding of its connection with amenorrhea and hyperandrogenism, and suggests further integrative research.
1 citations
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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.
June 2026 in “Reviews in Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders” In this review, the authors provide an updated overview of hirsutism, highlighting new insights into androgen action, assessment methods, and treatment options, aiming for a personalized approach to manage this complex endocrine and psychological condition.
3 citations
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September 2024 in “Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology” This study found that human placenta hydrolysate effectively inhibited atopic dermatitis development in stimulated human cells and a mouse model, suggesting its potential as a therapeutic agent for related skin diseases.
5 citations
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January 2015 in “Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine” The authors concluded that the combination of 755 nm alexandrite laser and topical licorice is more effective than the alexandrite laser alone in reducing idiopathic hirsutism in women, with no serious adverse reactions reported.
19 citations
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April 2024 in “Nature Cell Biology”