research Hirsutism
Excessive hair growth in women, often from high androgen levels, is usually caused by PCOS, and can be treated with hair removal, medication, and possibly weight loss.
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research Neuroma of Radial Nerve After Surgical Correction of Secondary Lesion of Humeral Diaphyseal Fracture
Surgery to fix a broken upper arm bone can sometimes lead to nerve damage.
research Prevalence of Respiratory Disorders in Patients With Cleft Lip and Palate: Systematic Review
People with cleft lip and palate often have respiratory problems.
research Clinical Characterization and Treatment Response of Folliculitis Decalvans Lichen Planopilaris Phenotypic Spectrum: A Retrospective Series of 31 Patients
This type of hair loss is probably often missed and treatments reducing inflammation might work well.
research Hot Topics in Research and Patient Care in Dermatology and Venereology, 2019
In 2019, dermatology and venereology improved skin cancer imaging, advanced in treating skin conditions like psoriasis, and explored the skin microbiome's role in diseases.
research Finasteride for Treatment of Refractory Hemospermia: Prospective Placebo-Controlled Study
research Psychological Assessment in 355 Chinese College Students With Androgenetic Alopecia
Hair loss in Chinese college students leads to various psychological issues, so treatment should address both hair loss and mental health.
research Finasteride and the Uncertainties of Establishing Harms
Finasteride's potential harms are hard to accurately measure.
research Long-Term Efficacy and Safety of the Dual 5-Alpha Reductase Blocker Dutasteride on Male Androgenetic Alopecia Patients
Dutasteride effectively and safely treats male hair loss for over a year.
research Visually Scoring Hirsutism
The modified Ferriman-Gallwey method is a useful tool for diagnosing hirsutism.
research Permanent Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia in Patients with Breast Cancer: A 3-Year Prospective Cohort Study
Some breast cancer patients still experience hair loss three years after chemotherapy, especially with taxane-based treatments.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): French Endocrine Society Recommendations for Diagnosis and Management
The French Endocrine Society suggests diagnosing PCOS with two of three signs, recommends lifestyle changes and clomiphene for treatment, and calls for more research on certain treatments and tests.
research Increased Insulin Sensitivity by Metformin Enhances Intense-Pulsed-Light-Assisted Hair Removal in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Taking metformin with intense-pulsed-light therapy improves hair removal for people with PCOS.
research Post-Finasteride Syndrome – Does It Really Exist?
Post-finasteride syndrome's existence is uncertain; more research needed.
research Effect of Turbinate Intervention on Nasal Functions in Septorhinoplasty Surgery
Turbinate reduction during nose surgery improves nasal function.
research Trichodystrophies: A Hair-Raising Differential Diagnosis
The guide helps doctors diagnose hair problems by suggesting a thorough patient history, physical exams, and various diagnostic tools.
research Role of Dutasteride in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
Dutasteride effectively treats hair loss in men who don't respond to finasteride.
research Exogenous Testosterone Alone or with Finasteride Increases Physical Performance, Grip Strength, and Lean Body Mass in Older Men with Low Serum Testosterone
Testosterone therapy improves physical function, strength, and body composition in older men with low testosterone levels.
research Non-Binary or Genderqueer Genders
The document concludes that non-binary individuals need compassionate support and recognition in healthcare, without being pathologized.
research Medical Treatment of Liver Hydatidosis
Surgery is the main treatment for liver hydatidosis, but has risks; albendazole is the most effective drug but can have side effects.
research From Telogen to Exogen: Mechanisms Underlying Formation and Subsequent Loss of the Hair Club Fiber
Hair shedding is an active process that could be targeted to treat hair loss.
research The Effect of Plasma Rich in Growth Factors on Pattern Hair Loss: A Pilot Study
Treatment with plasma rich in growth factors improved hair density and thickness for hair loss patients.
research Safety and Efficacy of Topical Minoxidil in the Management of Androgenetic Alopecia
Minoxidil helps hair growth and prevents hair loss in androgenetic alopecia. It's safe and effective.
research The Incidence of Diplopia Following Coronal and Translid Orbital Decompression in Graves' Orbitopathy
Orbital decompression surgery for Graves' orbitopathy caused double vision in 19% of patients, with similar rates for two surgical methods.
research Prospective Cohort Study on the Effects and Tolerability of Flutamide in Patients with Female Pattern Hair Loss
Flutamide effectively treats female pattern hair loss with low doses showing good liver tolerance.
research Dermocosmetic Aspects of Hair and Scalp
New hair products are being developed to keep hair and scalp healthy for everyone.
research Long-Term Safety and Efficacy of Dutasteride in the Treatment of Male Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia
Dutasteride safely promotes hair growth and reduces hair loss, with mild side effects.
research The Effect of 5-Reductase Inhibitors on Erectile Function
5-alpha-reductase inhibitors may cause a low incidence of erectile dysfunction that decreases over time.
research Towards a Consensus on How to Diagnose and Quantify Female Pattern Hair Loss – The Female Pattern Hair Loss Severity Index (FPHL-SI)
New method measures female hair loss: Female Pattern Hair Loss Severity Index (FPHL-SI).
research Anti-Androgen Treatments for Hirsutism and Acne in Women of Childbearing Age
For women with moderate to severe unwanted hair growth or acne, birth control pills are the first choice, with other medications like cyproterone, spironolactone, flutamide, or finasteride as alternatives, and permanent hair removal should be done with electrolysis or laser.