research Side Effects of Spironolactone Therapy in the Hirsute Woman
Spironolactone can cause side effects like irregular bleeding, but lower doses may reduce these effects and still improve hirsutism.
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research Common Variants in the Sex Hormone-Binding Globulin Gene (SHBG) and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) in Mediterranean Women
Certain genetic variations in the SHBG gene are linked to an increased or decreased risk of PCOS in Mediterranean women.
research Hemoglobin, Ferritin, and Thyroid Profile in Women with Chronic Telogen Effluvium
Low iron, low thyroid function, and stress are linked to excessive hair shedding in women.
research Spironolactone Reduces Facial and Body Hair in Women with Hirsutism
Spironolactone helps reduce hair growth in women with hirsutism but may cause menstrual irregularities.
research The Association Between Clinical and Biochemical Hyperandrogenism in Women With Female Pattern Hair Loss
Female pattern hair loss severity is linked to physical signs of high androgens, not blood hormone levels.
research Association of Biochemical Hyperandrogenism with Type 2 Diabetes and Obesity in Chinese Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
High androgen levels in Chinese women with PCOS are linked to a higher risk of diabetes and obesity.
research Plasma C19 Steroid Sulfate Levels and Indices of Androgen Bioavailability in Female Pattern Androgenic Alopecia
Women with female pattern hair loss have higher levels of certain androgens, suggesting increased androgen exposure to hair follicles.
research Female Sexual Dysfunction in Androgenetic Alopecia: Case-Control Study
Hair loss in women linked to higher sexual dysfunction risk.
research Chronic Telogen Effluvium in Women: Role of Micronutrients, a Case-Control Study in Northern Iran
The study concluded that low iron and vitamin D levels in women might play a role in chronic hair loss, despite no significant difference between those with and without hair loss.
research Hirsutism in Algeria: Etiologic Study
The main cause of hirsutism in Algerian women is polycystic ovary syndrome, and those affected should be checked for related hormonal issues.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Multicenter Review of 355 Patients
Most patients with frontal fibrosing alopecia are postmenopausal women, and treatments like finasteride and dutasteride can improve or stabilize the condition.
research Bioavailability of Albumin-Bound Testosterone
Spironolactone treatment increases the amount of testosterone available in the body.
research The Diagnosis and Treatment of Iron Deficiency and Its Potential Relationship to Hair Loss
Iron deficiency may be related to hair loss, but there's not enough evidence to recommend iron screening or supplements for all hair loss patients.
research Polymorphisms of the Androgen Receptor Gene and the Estrogen Receptor Beta Gene Are Associated with Androgen Levels in Women
Certain genetic variations in the AR and ERβ genes can affect androgen levels in women.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Insight Into Pathogenesis and a Common Association With Insulin Resistance
PCOS is often linked to insulin resistance and obesity, and weight loss can improve symptoms.
research Acute Hair Loss on the Limbs in Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Clinicopathological Study of Two Cases
Frontal fibrosing alopecia can cause sudden hair loss on limbs, similar to scalp hair loss.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: Update and Review of Challenges and Successes
No treatment has been proven to effectively stop hair loss or regrow hair in Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia, and more research is needed.
research Alopecia And Hirsutism: Pathogenesis And Management Strategies
The document concludes that treatments for female hair loss and excessive hair growth are temporary and not well-studied.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Disease That Remains Enigmatic
Frontal fibrosing alopecia is a poorly understood condition with increasing cases and unclear treatment effectiveness.
research Endocrinopathies and Other Disorders Inducing a Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Phenotype
Some conditions mimic PCOS symptoms and need careful diagnosis to treat potentially serious health issues.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: Dermoscopic Features
Dermoscopy helps diagnose frontal fibrosing alopecia by identifying specific scalp features.
research Physician Insights Into The Safety Of Flibanserin For The Treatment Of Sexual Dysfunction In Men
Flibanserin shows promise for treating male sexual dysfunction but has side effects like insomnia and fatigue.
research Diagnosis and Treatment of Female Alopecia: Focusing on Iron Deficiency-Related Alopecia
Iron deficiency is the main cause of hair loss in women, and iron supplements started within 6 months can improve hair health.
research Sertoliform Endometrioid Carcinoma of the Right Ovary
Sertoliform endometrioid carcinoma of the ovary, though rare, has a good prognosis when treated early.
research A Case Series of Successful Off-label Use of Flibanserin
Flibanserin may help improve sexual symptoms in various conditions beyond its approved use.
research Evaluation of Androgen Receptor Gene as a Candidate Gene in Female Androgenetic Alopecia
The androgen receptor gene doesn't help identify women likely to have female pattern hair loss.
research Patterned Androgenic Alopecia in Women
"Male-pattern" hair loss is common in women, especially after menopause, and doesn't always mean there's a problem with hormone balance.
research Androgenetic Alopecia
Androgenetic alopecia is a common hair loss condition caused by testosterone effects on hair follicles, leading to thinner, shorter, and less pigmented hair, diagnosed using scalp dermoscopy and treated with topical minoxidil, antiandrogen agents, and 5-alpha reductase inhibitors.
research Endocrinology Update: Hirsutism
Hirsutism involves excessive hair growth due to hormonal issues and can be treated with medication or surgery.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Review of 355 Cases in a Spanish Population
Hormonal imbalances may play a role in frontal fibrosing alopecia, and antiandrogenic drugs combined with steroids are currently the most effective treatment.