research The Hirsute Woman: Challenges in Evaluation and Management
Most hirsutism cases are due to PCOS, and treatment focuses on lowering testosterone and blocking its effects.
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research What Is the Rationale for Androgen Therapy for Women?
Testosterone therapy can help improve mood, sexual function, and bone health in women with low androgen levels, but more research is needed to establish safe and effective guidelines.
research Effect of Potassium on Blood Sugar and Plasma Insulin Levels in Patients Undergoing Peritoneal Dialysis and Hemodialysis
Potassium levels affect blood sugar and insulin during dialysis, and malnutrition changes children's hair roots.
research Phospholipid-Polymer Hybrid Nanoparticle-Mediated Transfollicular Delivery of Quercetin: Prospective Implementation for the Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia
Quercetin-loaded nanoparticles can penetrate skin, minimize hair loss, and promote hair regrowth, showing slightly better results than a marketed product.
research Unusual Patterns of Presentation of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Clinical and Trichoscopic Analysis of 98 Patients
Trichoscopy helps diagnose frontal fibrosing alopecia, even with unusual patterns.
research Genetic Basis of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The document concludes that PCOS has a strong genetic component, but more research is needed to fully understand the specific genes involved.
research Elevated Fasting Insulin Is Associated With Cardiovascular and Metabolic Risk in Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
High fasting insulin levels in women with PCOS are linked to a higher risk of heart and metabolic problems.
research No Metabolic Impact of Surgical Normalization of Hyperandrogenism in Postmenopausal Women with Ovarian Androgen-Secreting Tumors
Surgery to lower high testosterone in postmenopausal women with certain ovarian tumors doesn't significantly affect their metabolism.
research Treatment of Hirsutism With Cimetidine: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial
Cimetidine did not reduce hair growth in women with hirsutism.
research New Biomarkers to Evaluate Hyperandrogenemic Women and Hypogonadal Men
The document concludes that hormonal biomarkers are key for diagnosing hyperandrogenemia in women and hypogonadism in men.
research Targets to Treat Androgen Excess in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The conclusion is that while oral contraceptive pills are effective for PCOS-related high androgen levels, new treatments with fewer side effects are needed.
research The Investigation and Management of Severe Hyperandrogenism Pre- and Postmenopause: Non-Tumor Disease Is Strongly Associated with Metabolic Syndrome and Typically Responds to Insulin-Sensitization with Metformin
High levels of male hormones in women without tumors are linked to metabolic problems and can be treated with metformin.
research Clinical Efficacy of Oral Administration of Finasteride at a Dose of 2.5 mg/Day in Women with Female Pattern Hair Loss
Finasteride 2.5 mg/day can effectively treat female hair loss.
research Lack of Effect of Topical Finasteride Suggests an Endocrine Role for Dihydrotestosterone
Topical finasteride doesn't reduce DHT levels, hinting at an endocrine role in hair loss.
research Need for Liver Evaluation in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with PCOS often have liver disease, so liver health checks are important for them.
research Single-Center Analysis of Patients with Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: Evidence for Hypothyroidism and a Good Quality of Life
Frontal fibrosing alopecia is linked to hypothyroidism but doesn't affect quality of life.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia After Antiandrogen Hormonal Therapy in a Male Patient
A male patient developed frontal fibrosing alopecia after antiandrogen therapy for prostate cancer.
research Polymorphism of CAG and GGN Repeats of Androgen Receptor Gene in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Longer GGN repeats in the androgen receptor gene are linked to polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia in Asians: A Retrospective Clinical Study
The study concluded that combination therapy with topical corticosteroids and hydroxychloroquine or finasteride is effective in treating Frontal fibrosing alopecia in Asians.
research The Differences Between Aromatizable And Non-Aromatizable Androgens In Relation To Body Composition And Metabolic Syndrome Risk Factors In Men
Testosterone and dihydrotestosterone have similar effects on body composition and metabolic health in men.
research Vulvar Problems in Elderly Women
Older women often have vulva issues due to less estrogen, which can be misdiagnosed and lead to wrong treatments.
research Anti-Androgenic Therapy with Finasteride in Patients with Chronic Heart Failure – A Retrospective Propensity Score Based Analysis
Finasteride helps reduce heart enlargement in heart failure patients.
research Increasing Utility of Finasteride for Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia
Finasteride helps treat frontal fibrosing alopecia, improving or stabilizing the condition in many patients.
research Hair Transplantation in Females
Hair transplantation is a viable treatment for some types of female hair loss, with careful donor assessment and attention to psychological factors.
research Isotretinoin for the Treatment of Facial Lichen Planopilaris: A New Indication for an Old Drug, a Case Series Study
Isotretinoin was not effective in treating facial lichen planopilaris.
research The Role of Androgens in Hormone Replacement Therapy
Androgen therapy can help with symptoms like low libido in women, but more research is needed to understand its long-term safety and effects on health.
research Androgens and the Menopause
Testosterone replacement may help postmenopausal women with sexual function and bone density, but suitable treatments are limited.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: Just Lichen Planopilaris?
Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia may be a complex condition linked to hormonal changes in women, not just a form of Lichen Planopilaris.
research Reply to 'Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia'
Smoking doesn't cause or prevent Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia, hormonal imbalance may be involved, and a combination of antiandrogens and steroids can help stabilize the condition.
research Rational Investigations in the Diagnosis and Management of Women with Hirsutism or Androgenetic Alopecia
Diagnose and manage hair issues in women by checking medical conditions and using personalized treatments.