research Trichopathophobia: Fear of Hair-Related Diseases in High-Stress Environments
Fear of hair-related issues causes significant mental distress, especially in high-stress women.
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research Minoxidil: Mechanisms of Action on Hair Growth
Minoxidil boosts hair growth by opening potassium channels and increasing cell activity.
research Co-Secretion of Testosterone and Cortisol by a Functional Adrenocortical Oncocytoma
A woman's rare adrenal tumor caused high testosterone and cortisol levels, which normalized after the tumor was removed.
research Allergic Contact Dermatitis from Minoxidil
Some people using minoxidil for hair loss developed an allergic skin reaction, often related to an ingredient that helps minoxidil work better.
research Sublingual Minoxidil for the Treatment of Male and Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Phase 1B Clinical Trial
Sublingual minoxidil safely promotes hair growth.
research Women With Clinically Significant Hirsutism Always Have Detectable Endocrinological Abnormalities
All women with significant unwanted hair growth have hormonal imbalances, often from polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Comparison of Clinical and Biochemical Markers of Hirsutism in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Study from a Teaching Hospital in Sri Ramachandra Institute, Chennai, India
Women with PCOS have higher levels of certain androgens, which are good at predicting excess hair growth.
research Women With Clinically Significant Hirsutism Always Have Detectable Endocrinological Abnormalities
Most women with excessive hair growth have a hormonal cause.
research A Prospective Study of the Prevalence of Clear-Cut Endocrine Disorders and Polycystic Ovaries in 350 Patients Presenting with Hirsutism or Androgenic Alopecia
Most women with hirsutism or androgenic alopecia had polycystic ovaries, especially if they had irregular periods.
research Thallium Poisoning: Diagnosis May Be Elusive But Alopecia Is The Clue
Alopecia is a key indicator of thallium poisoning.
research Hair Cycle-Specific Expression of Versican in Human Hair Follicles
Versican, a protein, is less present in thinning hair follicles and this decrease might contribute to common hair loss in men.
research Expression of mRNA for Androgen Receptor, 5α-Reductase, and 17β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase in Human Dermal Papilla Cells
Hair sensitivity to androgens is partly controlled by specific enzyme expressions in different hair areas.
research Zinc as an Ambivalent but Potent Modulator of Murine Hair Growth In Vivo: Preliminary Observations
Zinc can both inhibit and stimulate mouse hair growth, and might help recover hair after chemotherapy.
research The Therapeutic Use of Androgens in Women
Testosterone replacement may improve sexual desire and bone health in women with low androgen levels, but more research is needed on its long-term safety.
research The Activin Binding Proteins Follistatin and Follistatin-Related Protein Are Differentially Regulated In Vitro and During Cutaneous Wound Repair
FLRG and follistatin have different roles in wound healing.
research Traction Alopecia: 2% Topical Minoxidil Shows Promise. Report of Two Cases
Minoxidil helps hair regrowth in traction alopecia.
research Is Androgenetic Alopecia a Risk for Atherosclerosis?
Severe vertex pattern hair loss may indicate a higher risk for artery plaque buildup.
research Comparison of Clinical and Laboratory Characteristics of Cases with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Based on Rotterdam’s Criteria and Women with Only Oligo/Anovulation or Hirsutism
Women with only irregular periods or excess hair have a better hormone profile than those with full PCOS, but both groups are similar, indicating a need for better PCOS diagnosis methods.
research Effect of Leaves of Ginkgo Biloba on Hair Regrowth in C3H Strain Mice
Ginkgo biloba leaf extract may help hair regrowth and improve heart health.
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.
research Changes in Androgen Levels in Menopausal Women
Menopausal women have higher androgen levels, which can cause symptoms like facial hair growth and low sexual desire.
research Successful Treatment of Female-Pattern Hair Loss with Spironolactone in a 9-Year-Old Girl
Spironolactone successfully treated hair loss in a 9-year-old girl.
research Testosterone Levels in Relation to Oral Contraceptive Use and the Androgen Receptor CAG and GGC Length Polymorphisms in Healthy Young Women
Oral contraceptives lower testosterone levels in women, especially those with certain genetic traits, and may be linked to increased breast cancer risk.
research Review of Oral Minoxidil as Treatment of Hair Disorders: In Search of the Perfect Dose
Oral minoxidil effectively treats hair loss, with women needing lower doses (0.25 to 2.5 mg daily) and men needing higher doses (1.25 to 5 mg daily).
research Clinical Case Seminar: Postmenopausal Androgen Excess - Challenges in Diagnostic Work-Up and Management of Ovarian Thecosis
The conclusion is that removing both ovaries is the best treatment for excess male hormones in postmenopausal women, with medication as another option, and managing insulin resistance is important for diagnosis and treatment.
research Rapid Determination of Minoxidil in Human Plasma Using Ion-Pair HPLC
Quick method to measure minoxidil in blood, accurate and useful for labs.
research Captopril and Alopecia: A Case Report and Review of Known Cutaneous Reactions in Captopril Use
Captopril may cause hair loss, as shown by a woman's hair regrowing after stopping the medication.
research Defining Hyperandrogenaemia According to the Free Androgen Index in Chinese Women: A Cross-Sectional Study
FAI values above 6.4 may suggest high androgen levels and increased metabolic risks in Chinese women of reproductive age.
research Value of Hormonal Levels in Patients with Male Androgenetic Alopecia Treated with Finasteride: Better Response in Patients Under 26 Years Old
Finasteride works better for hair loss in patients 26 or younger.
research Spironolactone in the Treatment of Hirsutism
Spironolactone can reduce hair growth and testosterone in hirsutism, but is less effective than combined treatments.