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    GlossaryOral Antiandrogens

    medications taken orally to block male hormones like testosterone

    Oral antiandrogens are medications taken by mouth that block the effects of androgens, which are male hormones like testosterone. These drugs are often used to treat conditions like androgenic alopecia (hair loss), prostate cancer, and hirsutism (excessive hair growth) by reducing the influence of androgens on the body.

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      Female Pattern Hair Loss: Current Treatment Concepts

      research Female Pattern Hair Loss: Current Treatment Concepts

      July 2007 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)”
      Female pattern hair loss, common in women, can be treated with oral antiandrogens and topical minoxidil, but these are more effective at preventing further loss than regrowing hair. Other helpful methods include counseling, cosmetic camouflage, and hair transplantation. Treatment must continue for effects to last and it may take up to 2 years to see results.
      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.
      Hair Restoration: Nonsurgical and Surgical Approaches

      research Hair Restoration: Nonsurgical and Surgical Approaches

      April 2021 in “Advances in Cosmetic Surgery”
      Hair restoration can be achieved through non-surgical treatments like minoxidil, antiandrogens, phototherapy, and PRP procedures, or through surgical methods like hair transplantation. Continued treatment is needed to maintain results, and full results are visible after 12-18 months.
      Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss

      research Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss

      2 citations, September 2012 in “PubMed”
      Topical minoxidil effectively treats Female Pattern Hair Loss in women of all ages and hormone levels, but evidence for antiandrogens is limited.
      Androgenetic Alopecia: A Review and Emerging Treatments

      research Androgenetic Alopecia: A Review and Emerging Treatments

      1 citations, July 2017 in “Clinical research in dermatology”
      Hair loss, known as Androgenetic Alopecia, is often caused by hormones and can be diagnosed using noninvasive techniques. Treatments include topical minoxidil and oral finasteride, with new treatments being explored. There may also be a link between this type of hair loss and heart disease risk.
      Common Baldness in Women

      research Common Baldness in Women

      9 citations, December 1981 in “International Journal of Dermatology”
      The document concludes that early diagnosis is key for treating common baldness in women, but reassurance is often the best approach as hair thinning can be a normal part of aging.
      Diagnosis and Treatments of Hirsutism: Where Are We?

      research Diagnosis and Treatments of Hirsutism: Where Are We?

      3 citations, July 2011 in “Expert Review of Dermatology”
      Effective treatments for excessive hair growth in women include creams, laser therapy, and medications, with the choice depending on individual needs and potential side effects.
      Hirsutism: From Brazil to a Place Near You

      research Hirsutism: From Brazil to a Place Near You

      3 citations, January 2010 in “Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy”
      No treatment fully stops excessive hair growth in women, but various methods can help manage it effectively.
      Telogen Effluvium

      research Telogen Effluvium

      2 citations, August 2002 in “Zeitschrift für Hautkrankheiten”
      Telogen effluvium is a hair loss condition caused by various factors and requires a thorough examination to diagnose and differentiate from other hair loss types.
      Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Lichen Planus Pigmentosus

      research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Lichen Planus Pigmentosus

      March 2014 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”
      Mycophenolic acid may help hair growth, a combination treatment improves hair thickness in male hair loss, and early treatment of frontal fibrosing alopecia is important.
      Management of Acne

      research Management of Acne

      78 citations, February 2011 in “Canadian Medical Association Journal”
      Acne treatment varies, with topical and systemic therapies effective, and more research needed on treatment order and long-term effects.
      Acne and Systemic Disease

      research Acne and Systemic Disease

      76 citations, November 2009 in “Medical Clinics of North America”
      Hormones, especially androgens, play a key role in acne, which can be a symptom of systemic diseases like PCOS and may require targeted treatment.
      The SAHA Syndrome: Overview and Classification

      research The SAHA Syndrome: Overview and Classification

      70 citations, January 2000 in “Hormone Research in Paediatrics”
      SAHA syndrome is a condition in women involving skin and hair issues, often related to hormonal imbalances, and is treated based on the underlying cause.
      Management of Androgenetic Alopecia

      research Management of Androgenetic Alopecia

      40 citations, May 1999 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”
      Treat hair loss with finasteride, minoxidil, or surgery; consider side effects and severity.
      Alopecia: Managing the Basics

      research Alopecia: Managing the Basics

      July 2015 in “Cambridge University Press eBooks”
      The document concludes that treatments for female hair loss and excess body hair are available, but managing expectations is important.

      research S124 Variants of Myxoid Cysts: Diagnosis and Treatment

      September 1997 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”
      Common hair loss can be diagnosed with a physical exam and sometimes a hair test or skin biopsy, and treated with medication or surgery, with ongoing treatment needed to keep results.