research Metformin or Antiandrogen in the Treatment of Hirsutism in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Metformin is effective for treating excessive hair growth in women with PCOS and may work better than the standard treatment in some ways.
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research Antiandrogens for the Treatment of Hirsutism: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analyses of Randomized Controlled Trials
Antiandrogens are somewhat effective in reducing excessive hair growth in women.
research Suprabasal Desmoglein 3 Expression in the Epidermis of Transgenic Mice Results in Hyperproliferation and Abnormal Differentiation
Overexpressing Dsg3 in mice skin causes excessive cell growth and abnormal skin development.
research The Modulatable Stem Cell Niche: Tissue Interactions During Hair and Feather Follicle Regeneration
The document concludes that for hair and feather growth, it's better to target the environment around stem cells than the cells themselves.
research Disruption of the Hedgehog Signaling Pathway Contributes to Hair Follicle Cycling Deficiency in VDR Knockout Mice
Mice without Vitamin D receptors have hair growth problems because of issues in the hedgehog signaling pathway.
research Comparison of Diane 35 and Diane 35 Plus Finasteride in the Treatment of Hirsutism
Diane 35 plus finasteride is more effective in reducing hair growth and androgen levels, but may decrease libido.
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 Endocrine Evaluation of Hirsutism
Women with excessive male-pattern hair growth should get a full hormone check-up to find and treat any underlying issues, considering both medical and emotional aspects.
research Inhibition of the Androgen Receptor by Antisense Oligonucleotides Regulates the Biological Activity of Androgens in SZ95 Sebocytes
Blocking the androgen receptor in skin cells reduces their growth response to male hormones, suggesting a possible treatment for skin conditions linked to androgens.
research Treatment of Hirsutism with 5α-Reductase Inhibitors
New compounds may soon be tested to treat excessive hair growth in women.
research The Role of R-Spondins and Their Receptors in Bone Metabolism
R-spondins and their receptors help increase bone growth and may be used to treat bone loss diseases.
research Managing Cutaneous Manifestations of Hyperandrogenic Disorders
Birth control pills help treat skin and hair growth problems linked to high male hormone levels.
research Treatment of Male Androgenetic Alopecia with Topical Products Containing Serenoa Repens Extract
Serenoa repens extract in topical products improves hair growth and appearance in male pattern baldness with mild side-effects.
research The Effect of Parathyroid Hormones on Hair Follicle Physiology: Implications for Treatment of Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia
Parathyroid hormones are important for hair growth, but their use in treating hair loss from chemotherapy is still uncertain.
research Long-Term Response of Hirsutism and Other Hyperandrogenic Symptoms to Combination Therapy in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Combination therapy with oral contraceptives and spironolactone improves hair growth, menstrual issues, and acne in women with PCOS.
research Hair Restoration in Androgenetic Alopecia: Looking Beyond Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Hair Transplantation
Alternative treatments show promise for hair growth beyond traditional methods.
research The Role of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Treatments in Ejaculatory Dysfunction
Treatments for enlarged prostate can cause problems with ejaculation, and less invasive options might preserve sexual function better.
research Adrenal Steroid Precursors Exert Potent Androgenic Action in the Hamster Sebaceous Glands of Flank Organs and Ears
Certain adrenal hormones can strongly stimulate oil gland growth in hamster skin, similar to male hormones.
research Promotion of Mouse Ameloblast Proliferation by Lgr5 Mediated Integrin Signaling
CD61 is important for mouse tooth cell growth and works through Lgr5.
research Herbal Hair Gel Formulation with 5α-Reductase Inhibitory Activity and Standardization by HPTLC
The herbal hair gel could be a safe hair growth treatment with minimal side effects.
research Discovery and Functional Analysis of Secondary Hair Follicle miRNAs During Annual Cashmere Growth
Certain miRNAs play a key role in the growth of cashmere by affecting hair follicle development and regeneration.
research Hirsutism: From Brazil to a Place Near You
No treatment fully stops excessive hair growth in women, but various methods can help manage it effectively.
research Effect of Iodine-Deficient Diets and Goitrogenic Substances on the Weight Growth of Wistar Rats
Iodine-deficient diets and antithyroid substances affected rat growth and behavior, but most adapted with positive weight gain.
research Aromatase Inhibitor-Induced Hair Loss in Two Adolescents
Two teenage boys lost hair after taking a drug for growth, which was not a known side effect for kids.
research Managing the PCOS-Related Symptoms of Hirsutism, Acne, and Hair Loss
Birth control pills and anti-androgen medications help manage hair growth, acne, and hair loss in women with PCOS.
research Overactive Bladder in Men: Finasteride for Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride increases hair count and improves hair growth with low risk of side effects.
research In Vitro and In Vivo Models for the Development of Hair Growth Materials by Regulating the β-Catenin Signaling Pathways
The research found a way to develop hair growth materials by targeting a specific signaling pathway.
research Successful Treatment of Ulcerated Infantile Hemangioma Associated with PELVIS Syndrome Using Oral Propranolol
Oral propranolol successfully treated a baby's skin growth and ulceration linked to PELVIS syndrome.
research Reduction of Diameter of Hair Shaft Among Women With Hirsutism
Aldactone effectively reduces hair thickness in women with excessive hair growth, both alone and with other treatments.
research Reduction of Diameter of Hair Shaft Among Women With Hirsutism
Spironolactone effectively makes hair shafts thinner in women with excessive hair growth.