March 2012 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Treating ovarian-related inflammation may help hair regrowth in women with alopecia areata.
30 citations,
June 2012 in “Current Opinion in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Obesity” Nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia is a genetic disorder causing hormone imbalances, affecting fertility and requiring personalized treatment.
18 citations,
January 2015 in “Journal of obesity and weight loss therapy” Eating less starch and dairy helped overweight women with PCOS lose weight and improve symptoms.
53 citations,
September 2014 in “Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology” Different types of PCOS have different levels of metabolic problems, with the most severe type showing the highest disturbances.
14 citations,
August 2014 in “Applied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism” A low-starch/low-dairy diet may help overweight women with PCOS lose weight and improve metabolism, but more research is needed.
6 citations,
April 2014 in “PubMed” A man got brown patches on his skin (melasma) after taking finasteride, a hair loss treatment.
1 citations,
March 2011 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks” Hormonal therapy is effective for treating acne in adult women, especially with signs of high androgen levels.
282 citations,
October 2006 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” The Endocrine Society advised against routine testosterone therapy for women, citing a need for more research on long-term safety and a clear definition of androgen deficiency.
6 citations,
September 2005 in “Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy” Androgen therapy can help with symptoms like low libido in women, but more research is needed to understand its long-term safety and effects on health.
138 citations,
May 2000 in “Maturitas” Estrogen replacement can improve skin health in menopausal women but doesn't reverse sun damage or prevent hair loss.
34 citations,
November 2017 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” A transwoman developed a brain tumor after nine years of hormone therapy, suggesting a possible link between the treatment and tumor development.
393 citations,
November 2000 in “Archives of General Psychiatry” Testosterone is important for men's sexual function, may help some women's sexual desire, while other hormones and neurotransmitters also play complex roles in sexual behavior.
5 citations,
May 2017 in “Current Opinion in Pediatrics” Hormonal therapies are safe and effective for treating acne in female adolescents, with specific treatments for those with endocrine disorders.
8 citations,
April 1990 in “Hormone and Metabolic Research” The medication combination did not affect glucose tolerance but increased some cholesterol levels due to its estrogen component.
9 citations,
April 2018 in “Biology of reproduction” Diet changes hormone levels in pregnant ewes by affecting metabolism, not placental synthesis.
28 citations,
February 2011 in “Clinical Endocrinology” Women with PCOS have unhealthy changes in their cholesterol particles that are not related to their body weight.
January 2015 in “VetPharma” Alopecia X causes hair loss in young plush-coated dogs and can be treated with various therapies, but hair may regrow and then fall out again.
26 citations,
October 2016 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Hormonal treatments can improve acne, but they come with potential side effects and risks.
18 citations,
June 1995 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Women experience various skin issues at different life stages, requiring careful treatment and awareness.
Low-level light therapy, possibly combined with other treatments, may become a leading hair loss treatment, while hirsutism often worsens with age and lacks preventive options.
467 citations,
October 2014 in “European Journal of Endocrinology” The European Society of Endocrinology advises individualized long-term management for PCOS, focusing on lifestyle changes, accurate diagnosis, and treatments for associated health risks and symptoms.
October 2024 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” The case highlights the complexity of diagnosing high testosterone in older women and the need for thorough testing.
November 2021 in “Austin therapeutics” Current treatments for hair loss from chemotherapy are limited, but new methods are being researched.
10 citations,
February 2007 in “Current Opinion in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Obesity” Low birthweight and rapid weight gain after birth may increase the risk of developing polycystic ovary syndrome.
71 citations,
June 2006 in “Human Reproduction” Women with PCOS who have low SHBG are more likely to have low good cholesterol and metabolic syndrome.
9 citations,
January 2009 in “PubMed” Finasteride treatment can decrease certain steroids and increase others, possibly leading to depression symptoms in some cases.
254 citations,
September 2014 in “Menopause” The NAMS 2014 recommendations guide healthcare providers on treating health issues in midlife women, emphasizing individualized care and informed decision-making.
147 citations,
January 2014 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Laser device increases hair density, safe for treating hair loss in men and women.
10 citations,
October 2018 in “Sexual medicine reviews” Men using hair loss drugs like finasteride may experience sexual side effects like erectile dysfunction, but it's unclear who will be affected and when. Treating depression and sexual symptoms is suggested, as these men often have higher rates of both. More research is needed to understand why these side effects occur.
20 citations,
January 2018 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Safety” Personalized treatment with inhibitors, minoxidil, and laser therapy helps hair loss.