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      Darwinian Health and Other Contradictions

      research Darwinian Health and Other Contradictions

      September 2016 in “Princeton University Press eBooks”
      The document concludes that understanding health requires considering evolutionary perspectives on reproductive fitness, and recognizing the complexity of factors like diet, testosterone, and sexual orientation.
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      Westwood Carolina Conference on Clinical Dermatology

      research Westwood Carolina Conference on Clinical Dermatology

      September 1983 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”
      Experts discussed hair care, genetic hair defects, hair loss treatments, nail surgery, lupus treatments, skin infections, and cosmetic allergies.
      Comprehensive Overview of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

      research Comprehensive Overview of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

      883 citations, August 2016 in “Nature Reviews Disease Primers”
      Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common condition in women that can cause metabolic, reproductive, and psychological issues, and requires lifestyle changes and medication for management.
      The Rotterdam Study: 2012 Objectives and Design Update

      research The Rotterdam Study: 2012 Objectives and Design Update

      247 citations, August 2011 in “European Journal of Epidemiology”
      The Rotterdam Study updated its design and objectives in 2012, providing insights into various diseases in the elderly, including skin cancer, bone health, liver disease, neurological and psychiatric conditions, and respiratory issues.
      Androgens and Hair Growth

      research Androgens and Hair Growth

      209 citations, September 2008 in “Dermatologic Therapy”
      Androgens can both increase and decrease hair growth in different parts of the body.
      Androgenetic Alopecia: An Evidence-Based Treatment Update

      research Androgenetic Alopecia: An Evidence-Based Treatment Update

      151 citations, May 2014 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology”
      Effective treatments for male pattern baldness include oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, while topical minoxidil is best for female pattern baldness.
      Finasteride

      research Finasteride

      86 citations, July 1993 in “Drugs”
      Finasteride treats enlarged prostate, shrinks it, improves urination, but may cause sexual dysfunction and isn't for women or children.
      Antiandrogen Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

      research Antiandrogen Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

      52 citations, June 1999 in “Endocrinology and Metabolism Clinics of North America”
      Antiandrogen treatments combined with oral contraceptives can help manage hair growth and hair loss in women with PCOS.
      Evidence-Based Approach to Cutaneous Hyperandrogenism in Women

      research Evidence-Based Approach to Cutaneous Hyperandrogenism in Women

      42 citations, July 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”
      The conclusion is that oral contraceptives and antiandrogens can treat hirsutism and acne in women with cutaneous hyperandrogenism, but more research is needed for effective treatments, especially for hair loss.
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      The Clinical Management of Hirsutism

      research The Clinical Management of Hirsutism

      30 citations, April 1997 in “European journal of endocrinology”
      The document concludes that managing hirsutism involves identifying the cause, using a scoring system for severity, combining cosmetic and medical treatments, encouraging weight loss, and providing psychological support, while noting the need for more research on drug treatments.
      Androgen Antagonists in Androgen Target Tissues

      research Androgen Antagonists in Androgen Target Tissues

      27 citations, January 1984 in “Pharmacology & Therapeutics”
      Antiandrogens have important biological effects, but more research is needed to understand them fully and compare their effectiveness and side effects to other treatments.
      Hirsutism: Diagnosis and Treatment

      research Hirsutism: Diagnosis and Treatment

      26 citations, March 2014 in “Arquivos Brasileiros De Endocrinologia E Metabologia”
      The document concludes that proper diagnosis and combined treatments are key for hirsutism management, and weight loss may help overweight patients.
      Hair Loss and Hirsutism in the Elderly

      research Hair Loss and Hirsutism in the Elderly

      22 citations, February 2002 in “Clinics in Geriatric Medicine”
      Many elderly women experience unwanted facial hair and various hair loss conditions, with treatments available for each condition.
      Contraceptive Use in Acne

      research Contraceptive Use in Acne

      21 citations, July 2014 in “Clinics in Dermatology”
      Hormonal contraceptives can help treat acne by affecting sebum production and androgen levels.
      Novel Inhibitors of 5α-Reductase

      research Novel Inhibitors of 5α-Reductase

      20 citations, February 2002 in “Expert Opinion on Therapeutic Patents”
      New research is needed to create better drugs that block the enzyme responsible for conditions like male baldness and prostate enlargement.
      Systemic Causes of Hair Loss

      research Systemic Causes of Hair Loss

      18 citations, May 2016 in “Annals of Medicine”
      The article concludes that correctly diagnosing systemic causes of hair loss requires a detailed clinical evaluation and a systematic diagnostic approach.
      Alopecia: The Search for Novel Agents Continues

      research Alopecia: The Search for Novel Agents Continues

      11 citations, August 1997 in “Expert Opinion on Therapeutic Patents”
      Many potential alopecia treatments need more testing to confirm they promote acceptable hair growth with minimal side effects.