research Female Androgenetic Alopecia: An Update on Diagnosis and Management
FAGA diagnosis uses blood tests and trichoscopy, with treatments like topical minoxidil, oral anti-androgens, and hormone-modulating drugs.
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Effective treatments for excessive body hair in women include drugs that block androgens, sometimes combined with oral contraceptives.
research Mixed Antiandrogenic Chemicals at Low Individual Doses Produce Reproductive Tract Malformations in the Male Rat
Low doses of mixed chemicals cause permanent reproductive malformations in male rats.
research Anti-Androgen Treatments for Hirsutism and Acne in Women of Childbearing Age
For women with moderate to severe unwanted hair growth or acne, birth control pills are the first choice, with other medications like cyproterone, spironolactone, flutamide, or finasteride as alternatives, and permanent hair removal should be done with electrolysis or laser.
research What's New in the Treatment of Hair Loss?
New treatments for hair loss, like JAK inhibitors, PRP, anti-androgens, and minoxidil, offer better options.
research Cyproterone Acetate as Initial Treatment and Maintenance Therapy for Hirsutism
Cyproterone acetate is effective for treating hirsutism, but some patients may feel worse on low-dose maintenance therapy.
research Treatment of Hirsutism with Flutamide and a Low-Dosage Oral Contraceptive in Polycystic Ovarian Disease Patients
Flutamide combined with a low-dose birth control pill effectively reduces excessive hair growth in women with polycystic ovarian disease.
research Acne in Dark Skin: Prevalence, Presentation, and Treatment
Acne in dark skin is influenced by environmental factors and can lead to hyperpigmentation, with various treatment options available.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: An Evidence-Based Treatment Update
Effective treatments for male pattern baldness include oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, while topical minoxidil is best for female pattern baldness.
research Female Type of Adult Acne: Physiological and Psychological Considerations and Management
Adult female acne requires a comprehensive treatment approach, including medical options and lifestyle changes, with attention to psychological well-being.
research Menopausal Acne – Challenges And Solutions
Menopausal acne is treated with medications and lifestyle changes, but careful choice is needed due to side effects.
research Alopecia and Hirsutism: Androgen-Dependent Skin Abnormalities in Women
The document says that hair loss in women is often due to androgenic alopecia, similar to male baldness, and that hirsutism is treated with hormonal and cosmetic methods.
research Acne Vulgaris
The document says that early treatment of Acne Vulgaris is important to prevent scarring and that adult onset acne is common in women, often due to hormonal imbalances.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss: Current Treatment Concepts
Minoxidil 2% and 5% are common treatments for female pattern hair loss, with other options including anti-androgens, oral contraceptives, and hair transplantation.
research American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, American College of Endocrinology, and Androgen Excess and PCOS Society Disease State Clinical Review: Guide to the Best Practices in the Evaluation and Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome - Part 1
The guide recommends specific methods for diagnosing PCOS and various treatments for its symptoms, while considering the health impacts on adolescents.
research Sexual Hormones in Human Skin
Human skin makes sexual hormones that affect hair growth, skin health, and healing; too much can cause acne and hair loss, while treatments can manage these conditions.
research Dermatologic Manifestations of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
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.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Adolescents
PCOS in teens is hard to diagnose, linked to genetics and lifestyle, and managed with weight loss and medication.
research Acne in the Adult Female Patient: A Practical Approach
Hormonal therapies are safe and effective for treating adult women's acne.
research Local and Systemic Reduction by Topical Finasteride or Flutamide of Hamster Flank Organ Size and Enzyme Activity
Topical finasteride and flutamide reduce gland size and enzyme activity, with flutamide being more potent, potentially treating acne, seborrhea, hirsutism, and androgenic alopecia.
research Repurposing Existing Drugs for COVID-19: An Endocrinology Perspective
Existing drug dexamethasone may lower death risk in severe COVID-19 cases; more research needed for other drugs.
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 Hirsutism II: Treatment
The document concludes that various cosmetic and drug treatments are available for hirsutism, and some new drugs show promise.
research Shedding Light on Therapeutics in Alopecia and Their Relevance to COVID-19
Some alopecia treatments might help treat COVID-19, but more research is needed.
research Management of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Adolescence
Early treatment and weight management are important for teenagers with PCOS to reduce symptoms and long-term health risks.
research Management of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: Looking Beyond the Ovaries
PCOS treatment focuses on lifestyle changes and specific medications to manage symptoms and complications.
research Current Possible Treatment Approaches of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Different treatments for PCOS should be tailored to the individual, including lifestyle changes and various medications.
research Advanced Research on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
PCOS is a complex condition that can lead to serious health issues, but early diagnosis and treatment can reduce these risks.
research Hirsutism
Excessive hair growth in women, often from high androgen levels, is usually caused by PCOS, and can be treated with hair removal, medication, and possibly weight loss.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Comprehensive Management in Primary Care
Primary care is key in managing PCOS, focusing on lifestyle changes and medications like birth control and metformin.