research Female Androgenetic Alopecia: An Update on Diagnosis and Management
FAGA diagnosis uses blood tests and trichoscopy, with treatments like topical minoxidil, oral anti-androgens, and hormone-modulating drugs.
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research Systemic Treatments for Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review
No systemic treatment for alopecia areata has strong evidence of effectiveness.
research Androgen Antagonists in Androgen Target Tissues
Antiandrogens have important biological effects, but more research is needed to understand them fully and compare their effectiveness and side effects to other treatments.
research Quality of Life in Patients with Alopecia Areata: A Hospital-Based Cross-Sectional Study
Alopecia areata significantly lowers quality of life, especially in personal and social areas, and more so if the patient is also depressed.
research Finasteride: The First 5α-Reductase Inhibitor
Finasteride treats enlarged prostate and baldness, but may cause limited urinary improvement and sex-related side effects.
research Discovery of Natural Steroid 5 Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors
Natural herbal compounds might treat certain medical conditions by reducing DHT levels, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness and safety.
research Update: The Pathogenesis and Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
New treatments for PCOS focus on managing symptoms and improving fertility.
research Isotretinoin for the Treatment of Facial Lichen Planopilaris: A New Indication for an Old Drug, a Case Series Study
Isotretinoin was not effective in treating facial lichen planopilaris.
research Treatment of Alopecia Areata with Topical Corticosteroid: Double-Blind Randomized Prospective Study in Children
Topical corticosteroid was not more effective than placebo for children's alopecia areata, and atopy did not change treatment results.
research 5α-Reductase Inhibitors: Progress and Therapeutic Potential
5α-reductase inhibitors help treat disorders caused by DHT and have potential for future therapies.
research Evaluation of Serum Level of Omentin-1 in Females with Hirsutism
Women with hirsutism have different levels of omentin-1, which may be linked to the condition and its genetic aspects.
research Efficacy of Topical Latanoprost Versus Topical Minoxidil in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata: Clinical and Dermoscopic Study
Latanoprost is more effective than minoxidil for treating alopecia areata.
research Review on Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) in Case of Pregnancy
Women with PCOS face many health risks, but exercise, a healthy diet, and weight management can help.
research Use of Metformin Versus Chromium Picolinate in the Management of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial
Chromium picolinate was better tolerated than metformin for PCOS with fewer side effects.
research Diagnostic Criteria for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The conclusion is that a more comprehensive and precise approach is needed for diagnosing PCOS to address its broader health risks.
research Comparing the Efficiency of Elidel Cream and Elidel Combined With Tretinoin Cream in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata
Elidel combined with tretinoin is more effective for treating alopecia areata than Elidel alone.
research Insulin Resistance and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Insulin resistance is linked to PCOS and can lead to other health issues, but treatments like metformin can help manage symptoms.
research Treatment of Alopecia Areata with Topical Corticosteroid: Prospective Double-Blind Randomized Study in Children
Topical corticosteroid treatment showed no significant difference from placebo in treating alopecia areata in children.
research Skin Connective Tissue and Aging
Menopause reduces skin collagen and elasticity, and while estrogen therapy can help, its risks require careful consideration.
research Use of Cyproterone Acetate, Finasteride, and Spironolactone to Treat Idiopathic Hirsutism
All three treatments reduce hirsutism, but spironolactone works best long-term.
research Androgen Receptor Gene CAG Repeat Polymorphism in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Longer CAG repeat lengths in the androgen receptor gene are linked to higher testosterone levels in women with PCOS.
research Eyebrow Loss
Eyebrow loss has many causes and requires accurate diagnosis for proper treatment.
research Skin Manifestations of Chronic Kidney Disease
Chronic kidney disease can cause skin problems that affect patient quality of life, and treating these conditions can improve outcomes.
research Status of Sex Reassignment Surgery for Gender Identity Disorder in Japan
In Japan, sex reassignment surgery for gender identity disorder faces challenges and needs better medical support and education.
research Oral Administration of Low-Dose Bisphenol A Promotes Proliferation of Ventral Prostate and Upregulates Prostaglandin D2 Synthase Expression in Adult Rats
Low doses of BPA can increase prostate growth and change hormone levels in adult rats.
research Economic Burden and Healthcare Resource Use of Alopecia Areata in an Insured Population in the USA
Alopecia areata leads to significantly higher healthcare costs due to more doctor visits and prescriptions.
research Diagnostic Accuracy Measures for Vertical and Transverse Scalp Biopsies in Cicatricial and Non-Cicatricial Alopecias
Transverse scalp biopsies are more accurate for diagnosing non-cicatricial alopecia, but examining both types is best for accuracy.
research Skin Manifestations of Endocrine Diseases
Hormone imbalances from endocrine diseases can cause various skin conditions that help diagnose and treat these diseases early.
research Aberrant Inflammasome Activation as a Driving Force of Human Autoimmune Skin Disease
Faulty inflammasome activation may lead to autoimmune skin diseases and could be a target for new treatments.
research Updated Meta-Analysis of the Relation Between Heart Disease and Androgenic Alopecia or Alopecia Areata
Men with male pattern baldness have a higher chance of heart disease, especially if they're younger or have severe baldness; no link was found with another type of baldness called alopecia areata.