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Chronic kidney disease can cause hair loss, which may be related to zinc deficiency or certain medications, and sometimes hair grows back when the underlying issue is treated.
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research Systemic Therapy for Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia
Some treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride are effective for hair loss, but there's no agreed best treatment.
research Hyperandrogenism-Insulin Resistance-Acanthosis Nigricans Syndrome with PCOS and Hashimoto's Thyroiditis: Case Report
A patient with HAIR-AN syndrome, PCOS, and Hashimoto's thyroiditis improved with early diagnosis and treatment to prevent serious health problems.
research Hormonal Therapies for Acne
Hormonal treatments can improve acne, but they come with potential side effects and risks.
research Approaching Alopecia Treatment Via Polymeric Nanoparticles: A Brief Overview
Polymeric nanoparticles could improve hair loss treatments by delivering drugs more effectively to hair follicles.
research Anti-Androgens May Protect Against Severe COVID-19 Outcomes: Results From a Prospective Cohort Study of 77 Hospitalized Men
Anti-androgens, like finasteride, dutasteride, and spironolactone, may lessen the severity of COVID-19 in men, leading to fewer ICU admissions.
research Hirsutism in Women: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Hirsutism in women is mostly caused by polycystic ovary syndrome and idiopathic hyperandrogenism.
research Hair Loss and Hirsutism Management
Low-level light therapy, possibly combined with other treatments, may become a leading hair loss treatment, while hirsutism often worsens with age and lacks preventive options.
research Androgenetic Alopecia
Minoxidil was promising for treating male and female pattern baldness in 1994, but more research on genetics and other treatments was needed.
research Recovery Effects of Active Oxygen Scavengers on Murine Hair Follicle-Derived Keratinocyte Proliferation Suppressed by Androgen
Active oxygen scavengers can reverse the suppression of hair cell growth caused by androgens.
research Characterization of Response of Murine Hair Follicle-Derived Keratinocytes Against Androgen and Testosterone 5α-Reductase Activity
Mouse hair cells respond to male hormones by growing less, and this can be stopped by certain blockers.
research Recognizing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in the Primary Care Setting
Doctors should recognize and treat PCOS early in primary care to manage symptoms and lower risk of other health issues.
research A Review of Hormone-Based Therapies to Treat Adult Acne Vulgaris in Women
Hormone therapies like birth control pills and spironolactone are safe and effective for treating women's adult acne.
research The Hyperandrogenic-Insulin-Resistant Acanthosis Nigricans Syndrome: Therapeutic Response
Most patients improved with oral contraceptives, but some needed additional treatment.
research Retrospective Study of the Prevalence of Hyperkalemia in Women Taking Spironolactone for Acne, Hair Loss, and Hirsutism
Dermatologists should monitor potassium levels in women taking spironolactone for acne, hair loss, and hirsutism.
research Contents
The document concludes that new treatments for skin conditions are complex but effective, including spironolactone for female hair loss and propranolol for infantile hemangiomas.
research Efficacy of Low-Dose Spironolactone for Hair Loss in Women
Low-dose spironolactone can be effective for treating hair loss in women.
research Spironolactone for the Treatment of Acne: A 4-Year Retrospective Study
Spironolactone is effective and safe for treating acne with minimal side effects.
research When Acne, Hirsutism, and Menstrual Irregularities Are More Than PCOS
Non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia (NCCAH) can mimic PCOS and requires genetic testing for proper diagnosis and treatment.
research Traditional and Alternative Methods of Acne Treatment
Spironolactone and clascoterone are promising acne treatments with fewer side effects.
research The Mineralocorticoid Receptor as a Novel Player in Skin Biology: Beyond the Renal Horizon?
The mineralocorticoid receptor may play a role in skin and hair health and could be a new target for treating related disorders.
research Facial Contact Dermatitis Due to Spironolactone in an Anti-Acne Cream
Spironolactone in anti-acne cream can cause allergic skin reactions in some people.
research Anti-Androgen Therapy in Female Adult Acne
Anti-androgens are safe and effective for treating moderate to severe adult female acne.
research Efficacy and Safety Profile of Oral Spironolactone Use for Androgenic Alopecia: A Systematic Review
Oral spironolactone effectively treats hair loss with mild, manageable side effects.
research Dermatological Considerations for Transgender and Gender Diverse Patients: An Australian Perspective
Dermatologists are essential in helping transgender and gender diverse patients with skin and hair issues related to gender affirmation and hormone therapy.
research Hirsutism and Virilization
Excessive hair growth in women can be harmless or signal serious health issues, and treatment often includes medication and hair removal, with noticeable results after 3-6 months.
research Lack of Effect of Spironolactone on Hair Shaft Diameter in Hirsute Females
Spironolactone did not make hair thinner in women with excess hair growth.
research Effectiveness of Short-Term Canrenone Treatment in Idiopathic Hirsutism
Canrenone effectively reduced hair growth and testosterone levels in women with excessive hairiness.
research Spironolactone Therapy for Hyperandrogenic Anovulatory Women: Clinical and Endocrinological Study
Spironolactone improved symptoms in women with hormonal imbalances and had few side effects.
research Testosterone, 17 Ks, 17 Beta E2 FSH-LH Variations and Hirsutism Modifications During Spironolactone Therapy
Spironolactone treatment reduced hair growth and androgen levels in hirsute women, but the overall effectiveness was just adequate.