research An Overview of Female Pattern Hair Loss
Female pattern hair loss involves thinning hair on crown and frontal scalp, diagnosed by hair ratio, and treated with minoxidil, antiandrogens, or hair transplantation.
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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 Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Medications for Treatment
Certain medications can help treat PCOS symptoms, but they aren't FDA-approved for this use.
research Cost-Effective Therapy in Patients with Idiopathic Hirsutism
Cheap treatments for excessive hair growth in women can improve symptoms by 35-40% after one year.
research Effectiveness of Short-Term Canrenone Treatment in Idiopathic Hirsutism
Canrenone effectively reduced hair growth and testosterone levels in women with excessive hairiness.
research Managing Dermatologic Effects of Gender-Affirming Therapy in Transgender Adolescents
Gender-affirming therapy can cause skin issues like acne and hair loss in transgender adolescents, and more research is needed on its dermatological effects.
research The State-of-the-Art in the Management of Androgenetic Alopecia: A Review of New Therapies and Treatment Algorithms
New and existing treatments for hair loss show promise, with some being more effective for men and others for women.
research Compendium of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and Its Relevance in Glycation and Diabetes
PCOS is linked to diabetes and insulin resistance, and managing AGEs may help treat related symptoms.
research Androgenetic Alopecia in Transgender and Gender Diverse Populations: A Review of Therapeutics
The document concludes that treatments for hair loss in transgender and gender-diverse individuals include topical solutions, oral medications, laser therapy, and hair restoration procedures, with progress assessed after 6-12 months.
research Antiandrogen Therapy in Hidradenitis Suppurativa: Finasteride for Females
Finasteride helps reduce hidradenitis suppurativa symptoms in females.
research Comment on 'Androgens and Women: COVID-19 Outcomes in Women with Acne Vulgaris, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, and Hirsutism'
Women with conditions like PCOS may have a higher risk of COVID-19, but treatments like isotretinoin could help those with acne.
research Hormone Treatment for the Adult Transgender Patient
Hormone therapy is safe and effective for transgender adults, but requires regular monitoring and mental health support.
research Miscellaneous Exogenous Hormones and Breast Diseases: A Matter of Concern for the Gynecologist
Some hormone treatments might raise breast cancer risk, while others don't seem to.
research Mineralocorticoid Receptor Antagonists Stimulate Human Hair Growth Ex Vivo
Eplerenone, a mineralocorticoid receptor antagonist, was found to promote hair growth in human hair follicles.
research Pharmacological Treatment of Alopecia
Only minoxidil and finasteride are FDA-approved for hair loss, with other treatments available but less effective or with side effects.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Causes, Treatments, and Genetic Factors
Heredity and hormones cause common hair loss, and topical minoxidil is the first recommended treatment.
research Clinical Trials and Hair Loss
Many treatments for hair loss show potential, but more testing is needed to confirm their effectiveness. Only minoxidil for women and minoxidil and finasteride for men are FDA approved.
research Female Antiandrogens: Significance, Treatment, and Environmental Concerns
Antiandrogens can treat female hormonal conditions, but environmental ones may harm reproductive health.
research Treat Androgenetic Alopecia With Antiandrogens And Other Pharmacological And Non-Pharmacological Interventions
Use antiandrogens and other treatments for hair loss.
research Hirsutism: A Comprehensive Update of Embryology, Aetiopathogenesis, and Therapeutic Approach
The document concluded that more research is needed to understand how estrogen affects the enzyme involved in hirsutism development.
research Medical Therapy for Female Pattern Hair Loss
Rogaine can stop hair loss in women, and other treatments like certain pills, light therapy, and special shampoos may also work.
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 Treatment Guidelines in Adult Women: Effectiveness of Hormonal Therapy in Treating Acne Vulgaris
Hormonal therapy is effective for treating acne in adult women, especially with signs of high androgen levels.
research Treatment of Hyperandrogenism in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Hormonal therapies are effective for managing hair and skin symptoms in women with PCOS.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
PCOS affects many women and can cause various health issues, with several treatments available.
research Management of Androgenetic Alopecia in Postmenopausal Women
Treat hair loss in postmenopausal women with diet, avoiding certain drugs, and using medications like minoxidil or finasteride.
research Anti-Androgens
Effective treatments for excessive body hair in women include drugs that block androgens, sometimes combined with oral contraceptives.
research The Case of the Elusive Androgen
The patient's high testosterone was reduced by a medication that suppresses gonadotropin.
research Topical Finasteride Therapy in Hirsutism
Topical finasteride may help treat facial hirsutism in women.
research Hormonal Therapy for Acne
Hormones, especially androgens, play a key role in causing acne, and treatments like hormone control pills and hormone-blocking medications can help.