2 citations
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June 2022 in “International Journal of Biomedicine” This article discusses the diagnosis and treatment options for hirsutism and reports no new clinical findings.
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January 2012 in “Journal of metabolic syndrome” This review summarizes current knowledge on the diagnosis and treatment of hirsutism but provides no new clinical results.
1 citations
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August 2013 in “Springer eBooks” Birth control pills and anti-androgen medications help manage hair growth, acne, and hair loss in women with PCOS.
1 citations
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March 2013 in “The European Journal of Contraception & Reproductive Health Care” This publication discusses the political rationale behind the French regulator ANSM's decision to withdraw Diane®-35 from the market, in response to health concerns associated with third-generation oral contraceptives.
1 citations
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October 2012 in “Gynäkologische Endokrinologie” This review discusses androgenization symptoms like hirsutism, alopecia, and acne in reproductive-age women, focusing on diagnostic and therapeutic approaches, and highlights postmenopausal considerations, but presents no new clinical findings.
1 citations
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November 2011 in “Open access journal of contraception” This article reviews the role of androgens and oral contraceptives in acne pathogenesis and management but presents no new clinical results.
1 citations
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March 2011 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks” Hormonal therapy is effective for treating acne in adult women, especially with signs of high androgen levels.
In this study, researchers developed vegan exosome-like vesicles from microalgae that mimic mammalian exosomes, demonstrating promising in vitro, ex vivo, and clinical effects such as improved wrinkle depth and elasticity, making them a potential alternative in cosmetic applications.
March 2026 in “Anti-Aging Eastern Europe” This review examines current evidence on personalized management strategies for PCOS, but does not present new clinical results; the authors advocate for treatments tailored to predominant symptoms and individual health profiles.
This review discusses polycystic ovary syndrome, focusing on its primary features of ovulatory dysfunction and hyperandrogenism, and reports no new findings.
In this prospective observational study at a tertiary care center in Uttar Pradesh, researchers observed that comprehensive, individualized treatments significantly improved clinical outcomes for South Asian women with PCOS, including reductions in BMI and improvements in insulin sensitivity, ovulation, and pregnancy rates.
January 2025 in “Advances in Dermatology and Allergology” In this prospective study of 135 women with hirsutism, researchers reported that treatment approaches varied, with oral contraceptives, dexamethasone, and metformin widely used, and emphasized a holistic approach including lifestyle changes and mental health support to effectively manage the condition.
December 2024 in “African Journal of Biomedical Research” This review discusses various risk factors and potential therapeutic interventions for PCOS but reports no new clinical results.
January 2024 in “Wiadomości Lekarskie” This source provides an overview of diagnostic and treatment innovations for gastrointestinal disorders, such as wireless capsule technology for motility assessment and new methods for treating constipation and nausea, highlighting both current and emerging techniques.
September 2023 in “Journal of Rawalpindi Medical College/Journal Rawalpindi Medical College” This study found that oral contraceptive pills containing cyproterone acetate and drospirenone were more effective at reducing hirsutism in women with PCOS than those containing levonorgestrel over a 6-month period.
August 2023 in “International journal of reproduction, contraception, obstetrics and gynecology” This study found that combining letrozole with metformin was more effective at inducing pregnancy in women with PCOS compared to letrozole alone, while OCP and metformin significantly improved menstrual regularity and reduced hyperandrogenic symptoms.
This review discusses the diagnosis, symptoms, and treatment options for polycystic ovary syndrome but reports no new research findings; the authors emphasize the importance of early diagnosis and treatment to reduce complications.
January 2022 in “Mammalian Genome” This study found that the wavy coat trait in Nakano cataract mice is polygenic, involving major and minor genes, and resembles human curly scalp hair associated with the PRSS53 gene alteration.
February 2020 in “Diabetologie Und Stoffwechsel” This article reviews treatment strategies for polycystic ovary syndrome, specifically recommending letrozole for infertility, while also discussing lifestyle changes and other potential therapies, and reports no new research findings.
This study observed that patients with androgenetic alopecia had higher alexithymia scores and more frequent anxiety compared to control subjects, although no conclusive link to depression was found.
In this study, a hair tonic formulation with bean leaf juice increased hair growth in male rabbits, with concentration-dependent improvements in hair length and weight compared to a control.
January 2019 in “ISGE series” This review discusses the criteria, diagnosis, and treatment options for polycystic ovary syndrome and reports no new clinical results; it highlights the need for further research on causative treatments.
December 2017 in “Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research” This study concluded that adding metformin to oral contraceptives showed no significant improvement in PCOS symptoms compared to placebo, though the PCOS questionnaire was validated for response assessment.
In this study of foxes and jackals in Ilam province, Iran, 19.35% of foxes and 17.85% of jackals were found to be infested with ectoparasites, mainly Ctenocephalides canis.
This historical review discusses the ancient Egyptians' advanced wound-healing techniques, including the use of honey and moldy bread, and reports no new clinical results.
September 2002 in “Comprehensive Therapy” Primary care is key in managing PCOS, focusing on lifestyle changes and medications like birth control and metformin.
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November 2006 in “Experimental Dermatology” This review explores the biology of wool follicles and suggests their potential use as research models in modern biology, but it reports no new findings.
20 citations
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January 2014 in “Journal of skin cancer” This study found that most completely excised basal cell carcinomas in the head and neck were nodular, with a 2.7% recurrence rate, particularly in median areas, likely due to anatomical and histopathological factors.
20 citations
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October 2016 in “Veterinary dermatology” This study reports that generalized discoid lupus erythematosus is a recognized canine variant of cutaneous lupus erythematosus, resembling its human counterpart, with varied treatment responses and common relapses.
17 citations
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January 2018 in “Journal of cutaneous and aesthetic surgery” This article discusses various issues and controversies in hair transplantation, including ethical considerations, the debate between follicular unit transplantation and excision, the concept of a safe donor area, the use of platelet-rich plasma, and the minimum qualifications needed for practitioners.