research Hirsutism: Evaluation and Treatment
Excessive hair growth can be assessed by history, exam, and blood tests, and treated with medication like dexamethasone, birth control pills, and spironolactone.
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research The Benefits of Finasteride for Hirsute Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome or Idiopathic Hirsutism
Finasteride effectively reduces hair growth in women with polycystic ovary syndrome or idiopathic hirsutism.
research Guidelines for the Management of Androgenetic Alopecia (2010)
Use minoxidil for hair loss treatment, and finasteride for men.
research The Contribution of Endogenous and Exogenous Factors to Male Alopecia
Genetic and environmental factors, like smoking and exercise, affect male hair loss.
research Testosterone Therapy in Women: Myths and Misconceptions
Testosterone therapy is beneficial for women's health and does not cause masculinization or liver damage, and it protects the heart and breasts.
research Assessment of the Usefulness of Dihydrotestosterone in the Diagnostics of Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia
DHT's role in hair loss is important, but measuring its level for diagnosis is questionable.
research Pathogenesis and Treatment Options for Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia: A Systematic Review
Scalp cooling is the most effective FDA-approved method to prevent chemotherapy-induced hair loss, but more research is needed for other treatments.
research Factors Associated With Female Pattern Hair Loss And Its Prevalence In Taiwanese Women: A Community-Based Survey
FPHL common in Taiwanese women; risk factors include BMI, high glucose, early puberty, fewer childbirths, oral contraceptives, and UV exposure.
research Investigation of Topical Application of Procyanidin B-2 from Apple to Identify Its Potential Use as a Hair Growing Agent
Apple-derived procyanidin B-2 can safely promote hair growth in men.
research Efficacy and Safety of Low-Level Light Therapy for Androgenetic Alopecia: A 24-Week, Randomized, Double-Blind, Self-Comparison, Sham Device-Controlled Trial
Low-level light therapy safely improves hair coverage, thickness, and count in androgenetic alopecia patients.
research Effects of Finasteride (1 mg) on Hair Transplant
Finasteride improves surrounding scalp hair and increases hair density after hair transplant.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Treatments and Efficacy
Finasteride and minoxidil are effective FDA-approved treatments for androgenetic alopecia.
research Finasteride Treatment of Hair Loss in Women
Finasteride may help some women with hair loss, but better options exist.
research Resveratrol Derivatives: A Patent Review (2009–2012)
New resveratrol-related compounds show promise for treating various health issues but need more research for clinical use.
research Hair Diseases
Most hair loss can be diagnosed with patient history and physical exam, and a few common types make up most cases.
research Is Xanthine Oxidase Activity in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Associated with Inflammatory and Cardiovascular Risk Factors?
Women with PCOS have higher xanthine oxidase activity linked to inflammation and heart disease risks.
research Male Pattern Baldness and Its Association with Coronary Heart Disease: A Meta-Analysis
Severe baldness on the top of the head is linked to a higher chance of heart disease, especially in men under 60.
research Hair Transplantation in the Surgical Treatment of Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia
Hair transplants can effectively treat hair loss from CCCA in African American women if there's no inflammation.
research Common Variants in the Sex Hormone-Binding Globulin Gene Influence SHBG Levels in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Certain SHBG gene variants, like rs727428, are linked to higher testosterone levels in women with PCOS.
research Persistent Sexual and Nonsexual Adverse Effects of Finasteride in Younger Men
Finasteride can cause sexual problems and depression in young men.
research Analysis of Dermal Papilla Cell Interactome Using STRING Database to Profile the Ex Vivo Hair Growth Inhibition Effect of a Vinca Alkaloid Drug, Colchicine
Colchicine can inhibit hair growth by affecting cell activity and protein expression in hair follicles.
research Diet and Acne
Diet changes can help reduce acne by limiting certain hormones.
research Effects of Finasteride (1 mg) on Hair Transplant
Finasteride improves surrounding scalp hair and increases hair density after hair transplant.
research Economic Analysis of Finasteride: A Model-Based Approach Using Data from the Proscar Long-Term Efficacy and Safety Study
Finasteride is a cost-effective option for treating BPH, reducing risk of urinary issues and surgery.
research Emerging Therapies for Acne Vulgaris
New acne treatments show promise as alternatives to traditional therapies.
research Relapse of Hirsutism Following Long-Term Successful Treatment with Estrogen-Progestogen Combination
Most patients experienced hirsutism again after stopping hormone treatment, indicating long-term treatment is needed to maintain results.
research Human Umbilical Cord Blood Mesenchymal Stem Cells Engineered to Overexpress Growth Factors Accelerate Outcomes in Hair Growth
Modified stem cells from umbilical cord blood can make hair grow faster.
research Metabolic Syndrome in Greek Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Prevalence, Characteristics, and Associations with Body Mass Index. A Prospective Controlled Study
Greek women with PCOS have a higher risk of metabolic syndrome and are more likely to be overweight compared to healthy controls.
research Clinical Approach to the Patient With Alopecia
Most hair loss disorders can be accurately diagnosed and treated in an outpatient setting.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Drug Safety and Therapeutic Strategies
Personalized treatment with inhibitors, minoxidil, and laser therapy helps hair loss.