44 citations,
October 2011 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” Menopause significantly reduces skin collagen, leading to thinner, less elastic skin, and hormone replacement may help but requires careful consideration.
June 2007 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Title change to "Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia (CCCA)"; common in African American women; hair-grooming methods may contribute; no effective therapy found; trials needed.
August 2019 in “Journal of Invertebrate Pathology” Thymosin beta 4 protects cells from damage by blocking a harmful microRNA and boosting a protective gene.
August 2024 in “EMJ Dermatology” Non-scarring alopecia in females affects emotional well-being and requires accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment.
Most American men experience hair loss by age 50, with limited effective treatments available and new options not expected soon.
3 citations,
April 2011 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Mesotherapy lacks strong evidence for effectiveness and safety, and its ingredients are not FDA-approved for subcutaneous use.
1 citations,
March 2011 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks” Isotretinoin is a preferred treatment for severe acne, often leading to long-term improvement, but requires careful monitoring due to potential side effects.
55 citations,
September 2017 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Platelet-rich plasma, taken from a person's own blood, can help rejuvenate skin, stimulate hair growth, and treat hair loss, but more research is needed to confirm its safety and effectiveness.
January 1998 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” Lasers are effective and safe for various medical treatments, including cancer, wound healing, and skin conditions.
14 citations,
January 2008 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” High levels of male hormones in women without tumors are linked to metabolic problems and can be treated with metformin.
February 2011 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Researchers found potential new targets for treating melanoma and nonmelanoma skin cancers, and identified a possible cause and treatment for male pattern baldness and eczema.
38 citations,
January 1997 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” Finasteride and flutamide effectively reduce hirsutism in PCOS women, with flutamide also lowering hormone levels.
April 2024 in “International journal of women's health” Adult female acne is a complex condition that can worsen with menopause, requiring holistic treatment and tailored skincare at different life stages.
137 citations,
June 2005 in “Climacteric” Estrogen loss during menopause worsens skin health, but hormone replacement therapy may improve it, though more research is needed.
46 citations,
August 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The study found that family history, personal history of adolescent acne, no pregnancies, hirsutism, office work, stress, and low intake of fruits/vegetables and fish are risk factors for adult female acne.
9 citations,
September 2016 in “Medical Clinics of North America” Eating less and exercising more, with personalized diet plans and realistic goals, can lead to weight loss and better health, but more research is needed for long-term success.
12 citations,
March 2013 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” The study found a significant link between the renin-angiotensin system and insulin resistance in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
8 citations,
January 1996 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” Cyproterone acetate is the preferred treatment for women's hyperandrogenism when estrogen/progestogen use is safe.
November 2020 in “Case reports in endocrinology” Removing one ovary helped treat a woman's severe PCOS symptoms when medicine didn't work.
3 citations,
January 1992 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” 3α, 17β-androstanediol-glucuronide is not a useful marker for androgen excess but may help monitor certain treatments.
40 citations,
November 2017 in “International journal of nanomedicine” DA liposomes with chloramphenicol effectively target hair follicles and combat MRSA with minimal skin toxicity.
12 citations,
October 2016 in “Patient Preference and Adherence” Both patients and physicians are often dissatisfied with the control of systemic lupus erythematosus and lupus nephritis.
16 citations,
April 2012 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” Older obese women with PCOS have higher cardiovascular and metabolic risks despite lower androgen levels.
10 citations,
January 2013 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The home-use IPL device effectively reduced hair and delayed its regrowth after six months of use, with users happy and no negative side effects.
January 2022 in “Stem cell biology and regenerative medicine” Stem cell therapies show promise for hair regrowth but need more research to confirm effectiveness.
9 citations,
May 2010 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” Young women with PCOS and no other heart risk factors have normal heart function.
February 2025 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” Maintaining healthy mitochondria may help treat hair loss.
1 citations,
January 1996 in “Gynecological endocrinology” Non-invasive imaging helped diagnose a woman's severe hormone imbalance and diabetes, and medication successfully treated her condition.
1 citations,
May 2023 in “Frontiers in medicine” Hair dyes and perms can damage hair and scalp, but using interventions can reduce harm.
4 citations,
September 1994 in “Xenobiotica” Finasteride metabolism varies by age, sex, and P450 inducers, with males processing it faster.