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research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Its Impact on Health
PCOS affects women's health by increasing the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and reproductive issues.
research Approach to the Adult Female Patient with Diffuse Nonscarring Alopecia
The document concludes that careful evaluation is key to diagnose and treat women with hair loss, with tests for thyroid, iron, and hormones as needed.
research Finasteride in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride effectively treats male pattern baldness, improving hair growth and density.
research Use of High-Dose Cyproterone Acetate and Risk of Intracranial Meningioma in Women: Cohort Study
High doses of cyproterone acetate increase the risk of brain tumors in women, but the risk decreases after stopping the medication.
research Genome-Wide Association Study in Japanese Females Identifies Fifteen Novel Skin-Related Trait Associations
Researchers found 15 new genetic links to skin traits in Japanese women.
research Electrolysis and Thermolysis for Permanent Hair Removal
The document concludes that electrolysis and thermolysis can permanently remove hair but calls for better regulation to ensure safety, and notes a possibility of hair regrowth and rare complications.
research Innovative Use of Spironolactone as an Antiandrogen in the Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss
Spironolactone helps regrow hair in women with hair loss.
research Antiandrogen Therapy with Spironolactone for the Treatment of Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Spironolactone helps reduce pain and lesions in hidradenitis suppurativa patients, and lower doses are also effective.
research Chrousos Syndrome: From Molecular Pathogenesis to Therapeutic Management
The review suggests thorough evaluation and genetic testing for proper diagnosis and treatment of Chrousos syndrome.
research Hormonal Treatment of Acne Vulgaris: An Update
Hormonal treatments are effective for severe or persistent acne and should be used with other acne therapies, considering potential side effects.
research Serum Levels of Retinol-Binding Protein 4 and Adiponectin in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Associations with Visceral Fat but No Evidence for Fat Mass-Independent Effects on Pathogenesis in This Condition
Women with PCOS have similar levels of certain proteins compared to women without PCOS, and these proteins don't independently cause PCOS.
research Ghrelin Levels Are Suppressed and Show a Blunted Response to Oral Glucose in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with PCOS have lower ghrelin levels and a weaker response to sugar, which might affect their feeling of fullness and lead to overeating.
research 17-Hydroxyprogesterone Responses to Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone Reveal Distinct Phenotypes of Functional Ovarian Hyperandrogenism and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The research found that polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) has two distinct types, with one having more severe hormone and insulin issues.
research Evidence for Increased 5α-Reductase Activity During Early Childhood in Daughters of Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Young girls whose mothers have PCOS may have higher activity of a specific enzyme that could lead to developing PCOS later.
research Hair Loss and Herbs for Treatment
Herbs can potentially treat hair loss by inhibiting a key enzyme and promoting hair growth, and deficiencies in zinc, biotin, and iron are linked to hair loss.
research Patterns of Ovarian Morphology in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Study Utilizing Magnetic Resonance Imaging
The study found that women with PCOS have more and larger ovarian follicles and differences in ovarian structure, but these features alone can't always diagnose PCOS.
research Assessment of the Usefulness of Dihydrotestosterone in the Diagnostics of Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia
DHT's role in hair loss is important, but measuring its level for diagnosis is questionable.
research Is Hormonal Treatment Still an Option in Acne Today?
Hormonal treatments are effective as a second-line option for moderate-to-severe acne in females, but should be used with caution due to health risks.
research Acne in Women
Acne is common in women, often hormone-related, negatively affects quality of life, and requires various treatments.
research Endocrinological Evaluation and Hormonal Therapy for Women with Difficult Acne
Hormonal therapy is a good option for women with severe acne, especially when there's a chance of hormone imbalance.
research Insulin Resistance and the Long-Term Consequences of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Insulin resistance in women with PCOS can lead to serious health issues, but lifestyle changes and certain medications can help manage symptoms.
research Ketoconazole as an Adjunct to Finasteride in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia in Men
Ketoconazole shampoo with finasteride improves hair density in men with hair loss.
research Study of Gene Expression Alteration in Male Androgenetic Alopecia: Evidence of Predominant Molecular Signaling Pathways
Hair loss involves immune responses, inflammation, and disrupted signaling pathways.
research Inhibitory Activities of Some Traditional Chinese Herbs Against Testosterone 5α-Reductase and Effects of Cacumen Platycladi on Hair Regrowth in Testosterone-Treated Mice
Certain Chinese herbs, especially Cacumen platycladi, can promote hair regrowth and reduce hair loss-related hormone levels in mice.
research Long-Term Removal of Unwanted Hair Using Light
Laser and light treatments can effectively remove hair long-term.
research Cloning, Expression, and Characterization of Rhesus Macaque Types 1 and 2 5alpha-Reductase: Evidence for Mechanism-Based Inhibition by Finasteride
Finasteride inhibits enzyme activity in rhesus macaques, suggesting they're useful for evaluating similar drugs.
research A Use-And-Transformation Model For Evaluating Public R&D: Illustrations From Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) Research
The document suggests a new model for evaluating public research that better captures the full value of knowledge creation and use, using PCOS research as an example.
research Management of Androgenetic Alopecia
Treatments for common hair loss include minoxidil, finasteride, and hair transplantation.
research The Steroidogenesis Inhibitor Finasteride Reduces the Response to Both Stressful and Rewarding Stimuli
Finasteride reduces response to stress and rewards, affecting behavior and mental health.