research New Populations with Increased Cardiovascular Risk: Cardiovascular Disease in Dermatological Conditions
Some skin conditions may increase the risk of heart disease, but are not yet included in cardiovascular prevention guidelines.
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research Acne-Associated Syndromes
Acne is linked to inflammation and insulin resistance, and is associated with various syndromes that require different treatments.
research Medications
Understanding drug interactions, side effects, and patient-specific factors is crucial for effective dermatological care.
research A Detailed Investigation of Hirsutism in a Turkish Population: Idiopathic Hyperandrogenemia as a Perplexing Issue
The main cause of excessive hair growth in Turkish women is Polycystic ovary syndrome, but in about one fifth of cases, the reason for high male hormone levels is unknown.
research Endocrinology Update: Hirsutism
Hirsutism was characterized by excessive terminal hair growth in a male pattern on androgen-dependent areas of the female body, and it could occur in both men and women. The condition was commonly associated with polycystic ovary syndrome, idiopathic hyperandrogenemia, and other endocrine disorders. Diagnostic guidelines primarily focused on premenopausal women, but evaluations for underlying endocrinopathies in postmenopausal women and men were also necessary. Management strategies included eliminating causative drugs, assessing hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis dysregulation, and identifying androgen-secreting tumors. Treatment options involved pharmacotherapy with estrogens-progestins, antiandrogens, and other agents, while surgical excision was considered for certain adenomas.
research Is 3α, 17β-Androstanediol-Glucuronide a Diagnostic Marker in Women with Androgenic Manifestations?
3α, 17β-androstanediol-glucuronide is not a useful marker for androgen excess but may help monitor certain treatments.
research Hirsutism in Young Girls: Beyond PCOS
Hirsutism in young girls can have causes other than PCOS, so diagnoses should be reassessed if treatments don't work.
research Hirsutism in Algeria: Etiologic Study
The main cause of hirsutism in Algerian women is polycystic ovary syndrome, and those affected should be checked for related hormonal issues.
research Hirsutism in Young Girls: Beyond Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Hirsutism in young girls can have various causes beyond PCOS, so diagnoses should be reconsidered if treatments don't work.
research Hirsutism
Hirsutism, excessive hair growth in women, often caused by high androgen levels and polycystic ovary syndrome, can be treated with medication and weight management.
research Comparison of Finasteride and Flutamide in the Treatment of Idiopathic Hirsutism
Finasteride and flutamide both reduce hair growth, but finasteride has fewer side effects.
research Complementary Therapies for Idiopathic Hirsutism: Topical Licorice as a Promising Option
Adding licorice gel to laser treatment is more effective for reducing facial hair than laser alone.
research Hyperandrogenism in Women: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The document concludes that more research is needed to create suitable diagnostic criteria and understand PCOS in Korean women, and genetics may allow for personalized treatment.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss in a Patient with 17α-Hydroxylase Deficiency
Low androgen levels can still cause female pattern hair loss.
research Bioavailability of Albumin-Bound Testosterone
Spironolactone treatment increases the amount of testosterone available in the body.
research Effectiveness of Ethinylestradiol/Chlormadinone Acetate in Treating Dermatological Conditions Related to High Androgen Levels
The oral contraceptive ethinylestradiol/chlormadinone acetate is effective in reducing acne and improving other skin conditions related to high androgen levels.
research Alterations in Androgen Conjugate Levels in Women and Men with Alopecia
Women with hair loss have higher androgen levels, while men with early balding have altered androgen ratios.
research The Dose-Response of Percutaneous Estradiol Implants on the Skeletons of Postmenopausal Women
Higher doses of oestradiol implants improve bone density in postmenopausal women.
research An Open-Label Prospective Observational Study of Antiandrogen and Non-Antiandrogen Early Pharmacological Approaches in Females with Mild-to-Moderate COVID-19: The Pre-AndroCoV Female Trial
Early treatment improved COVID-19 outcomes, and spironolactone helped reduce risks in females with high androgen levels.
research A Comparison of Cabergoline and Bromocriptine in the Treatment of Hyperprolactinemic Amenorrhea
Cabergoline is more effective and has fewer side effects than bromocriptine for treating women with hyperprolactinemic amenorrhea.
research Oral Contraceptives and Risk of Breast Cancer in Women Aged 20–54 Years
Long-term use of oral contraceptives, especially starting before age 20, may increase the risk of early-onset breast cancer.
research Diffuse Hair Loss Associated With Hyperprolactinaemia: Report of Three Cases
High levels of prolactin in the blood can be linked to widespread hair loss.
research A Man with Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia
A 60-year-old man with a long-term balding condition also developed a rare hair loss condition usually seen in postmenopausal women.
research Clinical Study on 88 Cases of Korean 20-Nail Dystrophy
The study concludes that Twenty-nail dystrophy is more common in boys among children and in women among adults, with varying response to treatment.
research Nail Changes in Patients with Graft-Versus-Host Disease
Patients with graft-versus-host disease often have nail changes related to the nail matrix, with severity not linked to skin condition.
research Effect of Finasteride 5 mg (Proscar) on Acne and Alopecia in Female Patients with Normal Serum Levels of Free Testosterone
Finasteride improves acne and hair loss in women with normal testosterone.
research Intermittent Low-Dose Finasteride Is as Effective as Daily Administration for the Treatment of Hirsute Women
Intermittent low-dose finasteride works as well as daily use for treating excessive hair growth in women.
research Treatment of Hirsutism With Cimetidine: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial
Cimetidine did not reduce hair growth in women with hirsutism.
research Parenteral and Oral Cyproterone Acetate Treatment in Severe Hirsutism
Cyproterone acetate implants were more effective at reducing facial hair and improving skin in severe hirsutism than oral treatment.
research Androgenization in Women: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
The document concludes that proper diagnosis and individualized treatment are crucial for managing androgenization in women effectively.