research The Hirsute Woman: Challenges in Evaluation and Management
Most hirsutism cases are due to PCOS, and treatment focuses on lowering testosterone and blocking its effects.
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research Therapeutic Androgen Receptor Ligands
Androgens and SARMs play a role in body mass, frailty, skin health, and hair growth, and are used in treating prostate cancer, acne, and hair loss, with potential for new uses and improved versions in the future.
research Gynecologic and Andrologic Dermatology and the Metabolic Syndrome
Skin diseases linked to insulin resistance should be managed to prevent diabetes and reduce heart disease risk.
research Androgenic Alopecia in Females: Diagnosis and Treatment
The document concludes that treating female hair loss should target reducing excess androgen and blocking its effects on hair follicles, with the best treatments being hormonal therapy, adrenal suppression, and topical minoxidil.
research Intracrine Testosterone Activation in Human Pancreatic Beta-Cells Stimulates Insulin Secretion
Testosterone helps human pancreatic cells increase insulin release.
research Topical Antiandrogen Therapies for Androgenetic Alopecia and Acne Vulgaris
Topical therapies show promise for hair loss and acne treatment with minimal side effects.
research Ovarian Leydig Cell Tumor and Postmenopausal Hirsutism with Signs of Virilization
A woman's excessive hair growth and masculine features were due to a rare benign ovarian tumor and endometrial cancer, which improved after surgery.
research Hair Aging And Anti-Aging
Hair ages due to various factors and treatments like minoxidil and finasteride can help, but more research and better public awareness are needed.
research Nonclassic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia and the Heterozygote Carrier
Identifying nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia and carriers of CYP21 mutations is challenging, and genetic counseling is recommended due to their prevalence.
research Alopecia: Managing the Basics
The document concludes that treatments for female hair loss and excess body hair are available, but managing expectations is important.
research Pattern Baldness: Its Genetics Revisited
Pattern baldness is likely caused by a dominant gene influenced by testosterone levels, making it more common in men.
research The Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Position Statement from the European Society of Endocrinology
The European Society of Endocrinology advises individualized long-term management for PCOS, focusing on lifestyle changes, accurate diagnosis, and treatments for associated health risks and symptoms.
research Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
People with PCOS, especially if obese, often have NAFLD, linked to obesity, insulin resistance, and high androgen levels.
research Hirsutism: A Comprehensive Update of Embryology, Aetiopathogenesis, and Therapeutic Approach
The document concluded that more research is needed to understand how estrogen affects the enzyme involved in hirsutism development.
research The Effect of Ferritin, Vitamin D, and Hormonal and Biochemical Parameters on Female-Pattern Hair Loss After COVID-19 Infection
Low ferritin and Vitamin D levels may cause hair loss after COVID-19.
research Comparing the Efficacy of Myo-Inositol Plus Alpha-Lactalbumin Versus Myo-Inositol Alone on Reproductive and Metabolic Disturbances of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Myo-inositol plus α-lactalbumin works better than myo-inositol alone for improving symptoms of PCOS.
research Rare and Underappreciated Causes of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Some lesser-known causes of PCOS include autoimmune issues, genetic mutations, and changes in the body's microbiome.
research Use of Ethinylestradiol/Drospirenone Combination in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The birth control combination of ethinylestradiol and drospirenone helps treat symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss: Current Treatment Concepts
Minoxidil 2% and 5% are common treatments for female pattern hair loss, with other options including anti-androgens, oral contraceptives, and hair transplantation.
research Postmenopausal Hyperandrogenism Due to Ovarian Hyperthecosis
A woman's high testosterone levels and related symptoms improved after ovary removal surgery.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Common Reproductive Syndrome with Long-Term Metabolic Consequences
Polycystic ovary syndrome increases the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and endometrial cancer, and requires early treatment to manage these risks.
research Cutaneous Manifestations of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Skin problems like acne and excess hair in PCOS are common and linked to being overweight.
research Androgens and Androgen Receptor in the Management of Skin Diseases
Understanding how androgens and their receptors work can lead to improved treatments for skin diseases.
research A Case of Ovarian Hyperthecosis in a Postmenopausal Woman
A postmenopausal woman's excess male hormone symptoms improved after her ovaries were removed.
research Early Antiandrogen Therapy With Dutasteride Reduces Viral Shedding, Inflammatory Responses, and Time-to-Remission in Males With COVID-19: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Interventional Trial
Dutasteride treatment in men with mild to moderate COVID-19 reduced viral shedding, inflammation, and recovery time without serious side effects.
research Insulin-Lowering Medications in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Insulin-lowering medications show promise for PCOS symptoms but can't be the main treatment yet due to limited long-term research.
research Non-Polycystic Ovary Syndrome–Related Endocrine Disorders Associated with Hirsutism
Hirsutism can be caused by various conditions besides PCOS, and it's important to treat the underlying issue and manage symptoms with medication and cosmetic approaches.
research Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: Comprehensive Overview and Management Approaches
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.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Adolescents
The document concludes that diagnosing PCOS in teenagers is difficult and should focus on specific hormone levels and menstrual irregularities, while also considering treatment for symptoms and related health issues.
research Hyperandrogenism in Adolescent Girls
The conclusion is that a thorough approach is needed to diagnose and manage hyperandrogenism in teenage girls, recognizing its major psychological and health effects.