research Testosterone-Secreting Tumor or Insulin Resistance? Metformin as a Diagnostic and Therapeutic Trial
Metformin can help diagnose and treat high testosterone levels in women, often due to insulin resistance rather than a tumor.
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research Severe Insulin Resistance in a Pediatric Patient: Key Areas to Address in Screening
The case emphasizes the need for careful screening in children for insulin resistance and related conditions.
research Insulin Resistance and Hair Disorders: Idiopathic Hirsutism and Androgenic Alopecia
There is no significant link between insulin resistance and certain hair disorders like idiopathic hirsutism and androgenic alopecia.
research Study on Expression of Insulin-like Growth Factor-binding Protein-3 and -5 (IGFBP-3 and IGFBP-5) in the Skin of Inner Mongolia Cashmere Goat
IGFBP-5 likely plays a key role in goat hair growth.
research Insulin Resistance, Nitric Oxide, and Fibrinogen Levels in White Hirsute Women: Defining a New Paradigm Based on Translational Research
White hirsute women with PCOS have higher insulin resistance, but similar nitric oxide and fibrinogen levels compared to those with idiopathic hirsutism.
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 women with PCOS.
research Hyperinsulinism, Insulin Resistance, and Fertility
Insulin resistance and hyperinsulinism are linked to fertility issues and can worsen symptoms of PCOS.
research Insulin Resistance and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Insulin resistance is linked to PCOS and can lead to other health issues, but treatments like metformin can help manage symptoms.
research Acanthosis Nigricans, Insulin Resistance, and Cutaneous Virilism
The conclusion is that there's a link between high testosterone levels, insulin resistance, and certain skin conditions, regardless of obesity.
research The Association of Serum Adipokines, Insulin Resistance and Vitamin D Status in Male Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia
Higher leptin and lower vitamin D levels may contribute to male pattern baldness.
research Serum Progranulin and Insulin Resistance Evaluation in Male Androgenetic Alopecia Patients
AGA patients have higher insulin resistance and serum progranulin levels, suggesting a link to metabolic issues.
research Assessment of Serum Level of Myostatin in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia and Its Relation to Insulin Resistance
Higher myostatin and insulin resistance are linked to androgenetic alopecia.
research Serum Level of Galectin-3 and Its Relation to Insulin Resistance in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia
Higher Galectin-3 levels are linked to insulin resistance and may predict androgenetic alopecia severity.
research Role of Insulin-Like Growth Factor-1 Receptor in Female Androgenetic Alopecia
IGF-1R may play a role in female hair loss and could be a treatment target.
research The Efficacy of 1550-nm Erbium-Glass Fractional Laser Treatment and Its Effect on the Expression of Insulin-Like Growth Factor 1 and Wnt/β-Catenin in Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride helps female-pattern hair loss.
research Role of Insulin Resistance in Males with Early Androgenetic Alopecia
Men with early hair loss may have higher insulin resistance and should be checked for related health issues.
research The Association of Metabolic Syndrome and Insulin Resistance in Early-Onset Androgenetic Alopecia in Males: A Case-Control Study
Early-onset male baldness is not linked to insulin resistance, but is significantly associated with metabolic syndrome.
research Early Androgenetic Alopecia and Insulin Resistance: A Case Control Study
Early hair loss in young males may not be clearly linked to insulin resistance or metabolic syndrome.
research Insulin Resistance and Metabolic Syndrome in Female Androgenetic Alopecia
There's no clear link between female pattern hair loss, insulin resistance, and metabolic syndrome.
research Does Finasteride, As Well As Metformin, Improve Insulin Resistance In PCOS?
Both finasteride and metformin effectively treat PCOS by reducing hormone levels and insulin resistance.
research The Hyperandrogenic-Insulin-Resistant Acanthosis Nigricans Syndrome: Therapeutic Response
Most patients improved with oral contraceptives, but some needed additional treatment.
research Alopecia Areata Developing in Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes Mellitus Type 2, an Autoimmune Disease
A woman with type 2 diabetes developed alopecia areata, suggesting a link between the two autoimmune conditions.
research A Syndromic Extreme Insulin Resistance Caused by Biallelic POC1A Mutations in Exon 10
Mutations in the POC1A gene can cause a unique form of extreme insulin resistance and short stature.
research Serum Lipid Profile and Insulin Resistance in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with PCOS may have higher bad cholesterol and are at risk for blood sugar issues; lifestyle changes are recommended.
research Newly Emerging Type B Insulin Resistance During Treatment With Eculizumab for AQP4-IgG-Positive Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder: Fatal Outcome
A patient with a nerve disorder died from infection complications after developing insulin resistance from a treatment.
research Predictability of Insulin Resistance Based on the Clinical Manifestations Among Male Medical Students of a Private College in Saudi Arabia
Clinicians should look for skin issues, sleep problems, cognitive changes, and food cravings as signs of insulin resistance.
research A Patient With Insulin-Dependent Diabetes Mellitus 1 Year After Being Diagnosed With Membranous Glomerulonephritis
A 9-year-old girl developed type 1 diabetes and alopecia after being treated for a rare kidney disease.
research Type A Insulin Resistance Syndrome Due to a Novel Heterozygous c.3486_3503del (p. Arg1163_Ala1168del) INSR Gene Mutation in an Adolescent Girl and Her Mother
A new gene mutation causes insulin resistance in a girl and her mother.
research Syndromes of Severe Insulin Resistance
The document concludes that Syndromes of Severe Insulin Resistance are rare disorders with limited treatment options.
research Four Days of Simulated Shift Work Reduces Insulin Sensitivity in Humans
Working night shifts for four days can lower the body's ability to use insulin, which may increase the risk of type 2 diabetes.