research Idiopathic Hirsutism: Excessive Bodily and Facial Hair in Women
Idiopathic hirsutism causes excessive hair growth in women, can be treated with medication and hair removal, but cannot be fully reversed.
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research The Evaluation and Management of Hirsutism
Most women with excess hair growth have an underlying hormonal issue, often treated with medication and hair removal methods.
research Clinical Review 73: Medical Treatment of Androgen-Dependent Hirsutism
Medication and hair removal methods can improve hirsutism, but no drugs were specifically approved for it in North America as of 1995.
research Hirsutism and Virilization
Excessive hair growth in women can be harmless or signal serious health issues, and treatment often includes medication and hair removal, with noticeable results after 3-6 months.
research The Evaluation and Management of Hirsutism
Hirsutism in women often indicates a hormonal imbalance and can be managed with a combination of hormonal treatments and hair removal methods.
research Hirsutism: Evaluation and Treatment
The conclusion is that proper diagnosis and long-term treatment, including medication, hair removal, and lifestyle changes, are important for improving hirsutism, especially in PCOS patients.
research Management of Hirsutism
Tailored treatments combining medication and hair removal methods are effective for managing excessive hair growth in women.
research The Investigation and Management of the Hirsute Woman
The document concludes that hirsutism in women, often caused by PCOS, requires systematic evaluation and can be treated with medications, mechanical removal, or cosmetic methods, with weight loss also being beneficial.
research Targeting Hirsutism: A New Approach
Eflornithine cream effectively reduces facial hair in women with hirsutism.
research Hirsutism: Diagnosis and Treatment
The document concludes that hirsutism can be managed with various treatments tailored to the individual, potentially improving quality of life.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
PCOS affects many women and can cause various health issues, with several treatments available.
research Hirsutism and Quality of Life
Hirsutism can lower a woman's quality of life, causing emotional distress and affecting social and work opportunities.
research Assessment, Diagnosis, and Treatment of a Patient with Hirsutism
A combined drug and laser treatment improved hirsutism in a PCOS patient, also enhancing her heart health and requiring regular liver and kidney checks.
research Management of the Hirsute Woman
Individualized treatment is crucial for managing hirsutism in women.
research Best Practice Options for Hair Removal in Patients with Unwanted Facial Hair Using Combination Therapy with Laser: Guidelines by an Expert Working Group
Combining laser hair removal with topical eflornithine is recommended for better results in treating unwanted facial hair.
research Skin Academy: Hair, Skin, Hormones and Menopause – Current Status on the Management of Hair Disorders in Menopausal Women
Menopause affects hair and skin; more research needed for treatment.
research Hirsutism
Most women with hirsutism have it because of PCOS, and they need long-term treatment including medication and hair removal to improve their condition.
research ACOG Practice Bulletin No. 108: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The bulletin provides guidelines for diagnosing and managing PCOS, suggesting weight loss, hormonal contraceptives, and diabetes screening, with clomiphene for infertility and various treatments for excess hair.
research Hirsutism and Baldness
Excessive hair growth in women can be treated with medications like spironolactone and finasteride, and male-pattern baldness in women can be improved with similar treatments.
research Alopecia in Rhesus Macaques Correlates with Immunophenotypic Alterations in Dermal Inflammatory Infiltrates Consistent with Hypersensitivity Etiology
Hair loss in Rhesus macaques may be caused by a skin allergy-related condition.
research The Diagnosis and Management of Hirsutism
The article explains how to identify and treat excessive hair growth in women, which can be distressing and may signal other health problems.
research Antiandrogen Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Antiandrogen treatments combined with oral contraceptives can help manage hair growth and hair loss in women with PCOS.
research Treatment of Pseudofolliculitis Barbae
Combining proper shaving, topical treatments, and laser therapy effectively reduces Pseudofolliculitis Barbae.
research Relative Safety and Efficacy of Finasteride for Treatment of Hirsutism
Finasteride reduces hirsutism effectively with fewer side effects but is a second-choice treatment due to safety concerns.
research Medical Treatment of Hirsutism in Women
Treating hirsutism in women often requires a mix of medications and cosmetic methods for best results.
research Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Comprehensive Review of Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Management
PCOS is a complex disorder managed by treating symptoms and requires a team of specialists.
research An Indian Evidence-Based Study of Prevalence, Phenotypic Features, and Lifestyle Modifications of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Patients
The study found that PCOS affects about 6.5-6.8% of women in both urban and rural areas of Telangana, India, and highlighted the importance of lifestyle changes for management.
research Comparison of Spironolactone, Flutamide, and Finasteride Efficacy in the Treatment of Hirsutism: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial
Spironolactone most effective for hirsutism, but has side effects.
research Hirsutism and Acne in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Lower doses of treatments for hirsutism and acne in PCOS are effective and cause fewer side effects.
research Long-Term Satisfaction and Tolerability with Low-Dose Flutamide: A 20-Year Surveillance Study on 120 Hyperandrogenic Women
Low-dose flutamide improved hirsutism and satisfaction in women but had common side effects, causing some to stop treatment.