research Differential Diagnosis of Hyperandrogenism in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The conclusion is that accurately identifying the cause of high androgen levels in women with PCOS is crucial and requires specific tests.
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research Change of the Diagnostic Distribution in Applicants to Dermatology After COVID-19 Pandemic: What It Whispers to Us?
The COVID-19 pandemic led to fewer dermatology visits and changed the types of skin conditions patients experienced.
research TNF-Inhibitor Associated Psoriatic Alopecia: Diagnostic Utility of Sebaceous Lobule Atrophy
Shrinking of oil glands in the skin is a key sign of hair loss linked to TNF inhibitor drugs and may improve if the treatment is stopped.
research The Modern Management of Hirsutism
Effective hirsutism management requires identifying the cause, combining new and traditional treatments, and setting realistic expectations for patients.
research The Evaluation and Management of Hirsutism
Hirsutism in women often indicates a hormonal imbalance and can be managed with a combination of hormonal treatments and hair removal methods.
research Hirsutism
Most women with excessive hair growth have PCOS; treatment varies and focuses on preventing new hair, with electrolysis as the only permanent removal method.
research Psychotropic Medications and the Skin
Psychotropic medications can cause skin problems but also treat some skin conditions.
research Hirsutism and Virilization in the Female
The chapter explains the causes of excessive hair growth and masculinization in women and how to measure hormone levels related to these conditions.
research Hereditary, Congenital, and Acquired Alopecias in Dogs and Cats
The conclusion is that different types of hair loss in dogs and cats can be cosmetic or serious, and affected animals should not be bred.
research Pathogenesis and Causes of Hirsutism
Hirsutism is mainly caused by high androgen levels or sensitivity, with PCOS being the most common cause.
research Onychomadesis Associated with Childhood Hand-Foot-Mouth Disease
Hand-foot-mouth disease may cause nail loss in children.
research Incidence of Serious Infectious Events with Methotrexate Treatment: Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
Methotrexate treatment for rheumatoid arthritis has a serious infection rate of about two per 100 patient-years.
research Urinary Symptoms in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia
Lower nitric oxide and higher fibrinogen found in hirsute women; impaired sexual function in 22.6% of hair loss patients, linked to psoriasis severity.
research Flap Advancement Technique for Scalp Hair Preservation in Massive Cutis Verticis Gyrata
The flap advancement technique effectively treats severe scalp skin conditions, preserving hair and improving appearance.
research ACTH as First Line Treatment for Acute Calcium Pyrophosphate Crystal Arthritis in 14 Hospitalized Patients
ACTH may be an effective first-line treatment for acute calcium pyrophosphate crystal arthritis.
research First Case of Degenerative Mucinotic Mural Folliculitis in Brazil
A cat in Brazil was found with a severe skin condition linked to feline AIDS.
research Role of Ciclosporin in Steroid-Responsive Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Ciclosporin might be a good alternative treatment for certain hearing loss that responds to steroids.
research Iron Deficiency Anemia Pruritus: A Review with Proposed Mechanisms of Action
Iron deficiency anemia can cause itching, which often improves with iron supplements.
research An Affirming Approach to Caring for Transgender and Gender-Diverse Youth
The document advises health care providers on how to support transgender and gender-diverse youth with appropriate care and referrals.
research Mild Cutaneous Manifestation in Two Young Women with Extraordinary Hyperandrogenemia
Two women with very high androgen levels had only slight skin issues, one due to a non-classical adrenal disorder and the other due to an adrenal tumor.
research Bimatoprost Solution 0.03% Topical Application to the Eyelid Margin for the Treatment of Eyelash Hypotrichosis
Bimatoprost solution 0.03% is effective for treating sparse eyelashes.
research Treatment of Refractory Hematospermia With Finasteride: A Prospective Placebo-Controlled Study
Finasteride effectively treats hematospermia in 3 months without side effects.
research Psychodermatology: Emotional Factors and Treatment Approaches
The review suggests that understanding and treating the psychological aspect of skin disorders is important and calls for more collaboration in this field.
research A Case of Scarring Alopecia
The woman was diagnosed with lichen planopilaris and can be treated with corticosteroids.
research Wound Healing and Hair
Certain drugs can cause lupus, stopping these drugs is the main treatment. NB-UVB phototherapy clears psoriasis faster when applied three times a week. Monoclonal antibodies and oral pimecrolimus are effective in treating psoriasis. Smoking and drinking are linked to psoriasis in men. No direct link between low iron and hair loss was found. Vaccines are effective against genital herpes and human papillomavirus type 16.
research Phototherapy, Photomedicine, and Pigmentary Disorders
Stopping certain drugs can improve skin conditions, arsenicosis affects over half of a Bangladeshi village, males are more vulnerable, and certain treatments are effective for warts, acne, and psoriasis. Smoking and drinking are linked to psoriasis in men, a cream helps with a type of skin cancer, and low iron levels don't directly cause chronic hair loss in women.
research Diagnosis of Hyperandrogenism: Clinical Criteria
The document concludes that hirsutism is the main sign for diagnosing hyperandrogenism, which requires a detailed patient history and physical exam.
research Current Evaluation of Amenorrhea
Amenorrhea is relatively rare and initial testing should check FSH, TSH, and prolactin levels.
research Current Evaluation of Amenorrhea
The document concludes that identifying the cause of amenorrhea is crucial for proper treatment.
research Combined Oral Contraception and Bicalutamide in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Severe Hirsutism: A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial
Birth control pills combined with bicalutamide are more effective at reducing excessive hair growth in women with PCOS than birth control pills alone.