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      Hirsutism and Virilization

      research Hirsutism and Virilization

      11 citations, February 1980 in “BMJ. British medical journal”
      Hirsutism is common body hair growth due to genetics and hormones, and while not a disease, it can be distressing; virilisation includes hirsutism with other male traits and needs medical attention.
      Recent Developments in Alopecias

      research Recent Developments in Alopecias

      7 citations, May 1978 in “International Journal of Dermatology”
      Recent hair loss research shows some progress, especially in understanding male pattern baldness, but effective treatments for many types of hair loss are still lacking.
      Folliculitis

      research Folliculitis

      64 citations, January 2004 in “American journal of clinical dermatology”
      Folliculitis is an inflammation of hair follicles that requires proper diagnosis and treatment based on the specific cause.
      Hirsutism: Evaluation and Treatment

      research Hirsutism: Evaluation and Treatment

      42 citations, February 1985 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”
      Excessive hair growth can be assessed by history, exam, and blood tests, and treated with medication like dexamethasone, birth control pills, and spironolactone.
      Common Baldness in Women

      research Common Baldness in Women

      9 citations, December 1981 in “International Journal of Dermatology”
      The document concludes that early diagnosis is key for treating common baldness in women, but reassurance is often the best approach as hair thinning can be a normal part of aging.
      Cutaneous Markers of Disorders Affecting Adult Horses

      research Cutaneous Markers of Disorders Affecting Adult Horses

      5 citations, December 2005 in “Clinical Techniques in Equine Practice”
      Skin and hair changes in horses can indicate serious diseases, and recognizing these signs is important for treatment and management.
      The Evaluation and Treatment of Androgen Excess

      research The Evaluation and Treatment of Androgen Excess

      2 citations, September 2004 in “Fertility and sterility”
      High androgen levels can cause excessive hair growth and may indicate serious health issues, including heart disease and fertility problems.
      Contents

      research Contents

      January 2013 in “Dermatologic Clinics”
      Hair disorders need a holistic approach, including medical, cosmetic, and psychological support.
      Medical Practice: Therapy and Adverse Reactions

      research Medical Practice: Therapy and Adverse Reactions

      July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery”
      Blood pressure drugs can cause skin lupus, but it improves after stopping the drug. The glycoprotein D vaccine works against genital herpes in some women, and the HPV-16 vaccine reduces HPV-16 infection and related diseases. More frequent light therapy clears psoriasis faster. A cream called imiquimod effectively treats a type of skin cancer. Iron supplements don't necessarily help with chronic hair loss in women.
      Internal Medicine: Retrospective Review of 120 Patients Over a 10-Year Period

      research Internal Medicine: Retrospective Review of 120 Patients Over a 10-Year Period

      July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery”
      Certain drugs can cause skin lupus, but stopping the drug usually helps. Vaccines work against smallpox, genital herpes, and a type of human papillomavirus. More frequent light therapy clears psoriasis faster. Certain treatments work for psoriasis and dermatitis. A specific cream effectively treats a type of skin cancer. Low iron levels aren't directly linked to chronic hair loss.
      Phototherapy, Photomedicine, and Pigmentary Disorders

      research Phototherapy, Photomedicine, and Pigmentary Disorders

      July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery”
      Stopping certain drugs can improve skin conditions, arsenicosis affects over half of a Bangladeshi village, males are more vulnerable, and certain treatments are effective for warts, acne, and psoriasis. Smoking and drinking are linked to psoriasis in men, a cream helps with a type of skin cancer, and low iron levels don't directly cause chronic hair loss in women.
      Dermatologic Manifestations of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

      research Dermatologic Manifestations of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

      76 citations, January 2007 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology”
      Women with PCOS often have skin problems like excessive hair, acne, hair loss, and dark patches, which can be treated with hormonal and non-hormonal therapies.
      Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia

      research Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia

      72 citations, July 2008 in “Dermatologic Therapy”
      CCCA is a scarring hair loss condition mainly in African descent women, possibly caused by genetics and hairstyling, treated with gentle hair care and medications.