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 The Reliability of Horizontally Sectioned Scalp Biopsies in the Diagnosis of Chronic Diffuse Telogen Hair Loss in Women
Horizontally sectioned scalp biopsies are more reliable for diagnosing hair loss in women when three samples are taken instead of one.
research Enhancement of Follicular Delivery of Finasteride by Liposomes and Niosomes
Liposomes and niosomes improve finasteride delivery for hair loss treatment.
research Hormonal Regulation of Hair Follicles Exhibits a Biological Paradox
Androgens can both stimulate and cause hair loss, and understanding their effects is key to treating hair disorders.
research Hair Loss in Women with Hyperandrogenism: Four Cases Responding to Finasteride
Finasteride improves hair loss in women with hyperandrogenism.
research Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus: A Comprehensive Review
The document concludes that skin biopsies, genetic and environmental factors, and specific treatments are important in managing cutaneous lupus erythematosus.
research Acne as a Chronic Systemic Disease
Acne is a chronic disease linked to various systemic conditions and has significant psychological and social effects.
research Tumor Regression Predicts Higher Risk of Sentinel Node Involvement in Thin Cutaneous Melanomas
Shrinking skin cancer increases the chance of cancer in nearby lymph nodes.
research Vitiligo
Vitiligo causes white skin patches and is linked to autoimmune issues.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Review Article
Female pattern hair loss is common, linked to polycystic ovarian syndrome, and treated with topical Minoxidil.
research Chronic Telogen Effluvium: A Study of 5 Patients Over 7 Years
Most patients with chronic hair shedding did not progress to permanent hair loss, and one showed improvement with treatment.
research Is Seborrhea a Sign of Autonomic Impairment in Parkinson's Disease?
Seborrhea in Parkinson's disease may be linked to hormones, not autonomic impairment.
research Congenital Hypotrichosis Due to Short Anagen Phase
Some children are born with unusually short, fine hair because their hair growth phase is short, but this often gets better by itself during puberty.
research Treatment of Chronic Telogen Effluvium with Oral Minoxidil: A Retrospective Study
Oral minoxidil effectively reduces hair shedding in women with CTE, with no major side effects.
research Chronic Telogen Effluvium Is Due to a Reduction in the Variance of Anagen Duration
Chronic hair shedding may be caused by less variation in hair growth times and might stop on its own after several years.
research Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Male-Pattern and Female-Pattern Hair Loss, 2017 Version
Use finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil for hair loss treatment.
research Androgens in Women: Hormone-Modulating Therapies for Androgen-Mediated Cutaneous Disorders
Hormone treatments can help with women's skin and hair disorders, but they need careful monitoring and more research.
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 Clinical Symptoms of Hyperandrogenic Women Diagnosed with COVID-19
Women with high androgen levels may have more severe COVID-19 symptoms.
research Relative Safety and Efficacy of Finasteride for Treatment of Hirsutism
Finasteride reduces hirsutism effectively with fewer side effects but is a second-choice treatment due to safety concerns.
research Ovarian SAHA Syndrome Is Associated With a More Insulin-Resistant Profile and Represents an Independent Risk Factor for Glucose Abnormalities in Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Prospective Controlled Study
Ovarian SAHA syndrome makes women with PCOS more resistant to insulin and increases their risk of blood sugar problems.
research Hirsutism: Diagnosis and Treatment
The document concludes that proper diagnosis and combined treatments are key for hirsutism management, and weight loss may help overweight patients.
research Commentary: Treatment of Lichen Planopilaris
Effective treatments for lichen planopilaris are unclear due to inconsistent results and a lack of strong research evidence.
research Hyperadrenocorticism (Cushing’s Disease or Syndrome) in Dogs: Treatment Approaches and Prognosis
Treatment can improve survival and symptoms in dogs with Cushing's disease, but outcomes are unpredictable.
research How to Diagnose and Treat Women with Excessive Hair
Treating excessive hair in women requires a holistic approach, including medical, aesthetic, and emotional support.
research Increased Insulin Sensitivity by Metformin Enhances Intense-Pulsed-Light-Assisted Hair Removal in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Taking metformin with intense-pulsed-light therapy improves hair removal for people with PCOS.
research Protective Effects of Finasteride Against Testosterone-Induced Calcium Oxalate Crystallization and Crystal-Cell Adhesion
Finasteride helps prevent kidney stones, but side effects need more research.
research Niosomes as Carriers in Dermal Drug Delivery
Niosomes are a promising and effective way to deliver drugs through the skin.
research Helpful Diagnostic Markers of Steroidogenesis for Defining Hyperandrogenemia in Hirsute Women
The study concluded that androstendione and DHEA are important for diagnosing high male hormone levels in women with excessive hair growth.
research The Feminism and Psychology Undergraduate Prize 1999: Prizewinning Entry
The entry showed that PCOS negatively affects women's self-image and is worsened by societal expectations, suggesting a need for more feminist attention to the condition.