research Sex Hormones and Related Compounds, Including Hormonal Contraceptives
Exposure to certain sex hormones can increase health risks, while some hormone therapies may offer benefits for specific conditions.
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research Hair Tourniquet Syndrome: A Missed Diagnosis - Review of Literature
Doctors often miss Hair Tourniquet Syndrome, which can lead to serious damage if not treated quickly.
research Managing the PCOS-Related Symptoms of Hirsutism, Acne, and Hair Loss
Birth control pills and anti-androgen medications help manage hair growth, acne, and hair loss in women with PCOS.
research Psychosis as a Late Manifestation of Sheehan’s Syndrome
Sheehan's syndrome can sometimes cause psychosis.
research Oral Itraconazole for the Treatment of Giant Tufted Angioma with Hair Loss Arising During Pregnancy: A Case Report
Itraconazole effectively treated a woman's painful skin condition and hair loss.
research Telogen Effluvium Associated with Weight Loss: A Single Center Retrospective Study
Weight loss can cause temporary hair loss, especially in women and older adults.
research Menopausal Androgen Excess-Associated Cardio-Metabolic Risk: Clues for Ovarian Leydig Cell Tumor (Case Report and Mini-Review of Literature)
High androgen levels in postmenopausal women may suggest an ovarian tumor, and removing it can improve heart and metabolic health.
research Parity-Related Variation in Cortisol Concentrations in Hair During Pregnancy and Postpartum: A Prospective Cohort Study
First-time mothers had higher stress hormone levels in late pregnancy than mothers who had given birth before.
research Effectiveness of Hair Care Products Containing Placental Growth Factor for the Treatment of Postpartum Telogen Effluvium
Hair care products with placental growth factor can improve hair thickness and density in postpartum hair loss.
research Postpartum Alopecia: A Study on Hair Loss After Pregnancy
More research is needed to find a cure for hair loss after pregnancy.
research Isoniazid-Induced Alopecia
Stopping isoniazid can reverse hair loss caused by the drug.
research Hair Fall and Its Homeopathic Management
Homeopathic treatments can effectively manage hair loss and improve well-being.
research Evaluation and Diagnosis of the Hair Loss Patient
To diagnose hair loss, use a systematic approach including history, exams, and tests.
research Diffuse Hair Loss: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Hair loss that spreads out can often fix itself or be treated by finding and handling the cause.
research Chronic Telogen Effluvium
Chronic Telogen Effluvium is a hair loss condition in middle-aged women that usually doesn't lead to complete baldness.
research Physiopathology and Current Treatments of Androgenetic Alopecia: Going Beyond Androgens and Anti-Androgens
Hair loss treatments work better with lifestyle changes.
research Alopecia in Crash Dieters
Crash dieting can cause hair loss due to severe calorie restriction.
research Physiological Changes and Dermatoses of Pregnancy
Most pregnant women experience skin changes like darkening and itching, while serious skin conditions are rare but need early treatment.
research Medical Treatment of Non-Scarring Alopecia
Minoxidil and finasteride can help with hair loss, but more research is needed to improve treatments for certain types of hair loss.
research A Case of Sheehan Syndrome Presenting with Pancytopenia and Dilated Cardiomyopathy: A Rare Combination
A woman with Sheehan syndrome improved with hormone treatment.
research Skin Problems in Pregnancy
Pregnancy can cause skin changes and may affect pre-existing skin conditions, with some treatments not safe for use during pregnancy.
research Chronic Telogen Effluvium: Increased Scalp Hair Shedding in Middle-Aged Women
Middle-aged women with chronic telogen effluvium experience increased hair shedding but usually don't get significantly thinner hair.
research Pathophysiological Mechanisms Implicated in Postpartum Depression
Postpartum depression is linked to changes in brain chemicals, inflammation, stress, and certain genes, and can potentially be identified by markers like specific steroids, serotonin levels, and vitamin D levels.
research Flares of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus During Pregnancy and the Puerperium: Prevention, Diagnosis, and Management
Pregnancy can increase lupus activity, but careful planning and treatment can improve outcomes.
research Traditional Anticoagulants and Hair Loss: A Role for Direct Oral Anticoagulants? A Review of the Literature
Some new oral anticoagulants may also cause hair loss and might not be better than traditional ones for preventing hair loss.
research Women's Midlife Health: Reframing Menopause
The document concludes that menopause should be seen as a natural part of aging and managed with personalized care and informed choices.
research Complications of Subcutaneous Contraception: A Review
Subcutaneous contraceptives can cause side effects like menstrual changes, headaches, weight gain, and pain at the implant site.
research Contraceptive Implant Use Among Inner City Teens
Inner city teens had high retention rates for the contraceptive implant, especially those with a history of abortion.
research Proposing a Simpler Classification of Telogen Effluvium
Alfredo Rebora suggested a new, easier way to classify hair loss in Telogen Effluvium, adding a type possibly related to autoimmune diseases.
research Skin Eruptions Specific to Pregnancy: An Overview
Pregnancy can cause unique skin issues, some of which may risk the mother and baby's health and need careful treatment.