research The Evaluation and Treatment of Androgen Excess
High androgen levels can cause excessive hair growth and may indicate serious health issues, including heart disease and fertility problems.
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research Bilateral Leydig Cell Hyperplasia: A Rare Cause of Postmenopausal Hirsutism
An unusual growth of Leydig cells in a woman's ovaries caused her excessive hair growth, which was treated successfully with surgery.
research Platycladus Orientalis Leaf Extract Promotes Hair Growth Via Non-Receptor Tyrosine Kinase ACK1 Activation
Platycladus orientalis leaf extract helps hair grow by activating certain proteins.
research Study of Cutaneous Manifestations of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
The study concluded that the most common skin problems in women with PCOS are excess hair, acne, oily skin, hair loss, dark skin patches, and skin tags.
research Epidemiology, Diagnosis, and Management of Hirsutism: A Consensus Statement by the Androgen Excess and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Society
Experts recommend using evidence-based methods to diagnose and treat hirsutism, focusing on symptoms and underlying causes.
research Safety and Efficacy of ALRV5XR in Men with Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomised, Double-Blinded, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial
ALRV5XR effectively increases hair density in men with androgenetic alopecia without adverse effects.
research A Case of Unusual Comedogenesis in Alopecia Totalis
A man with total hair loss developed blackhead-like spots on his scalp, possibly because no hair was present to help drain oils.
research Alefacept for Alopecia Areata
Alefacept showed some effectiveness for alopecia areata but needs more research.
research Androgenic Alopecia: A Counterproductive Outcome of the Anabolic Effect of Androgens
Male pattern baldness is an unintended side effect of the body's use of androgens for muscle growth, especially in those genetically prone to it.
research Safety and Efficacy of ALRV5XR in Women with Androgenetic Alopecia or Telogen Effluvium: A Randomised, Double-Blinded, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial
ALRV5XR significantly improves hair density in women with hair loss and is well-tolerated.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma in Interventional Dermatology and Trichology: How Far Have We Come?
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) shows promise in skin and hair treatments but results vary with preparation methods.
research Sex Differences in Clinical Trials of ALRV5XR Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia and Telogen Effluvium
ALRV5XR effectively promotes hair regrowth in both men and women through different mechanisms.
research Efficacy and Safety of a Botanical Topical Serum on Male and Female Androgenetic Alopecia
The serum increased hair density and was well-tolerated, but didn't affect hair thickness or shedding.
research Diabetes in a Bearded Woman
A woman's diabetes improved after removing ovarian tumors that caused high testosterone levels.
research The Combination of Overweight and Smoking Increases the Severity of Androgenetic Alopecia
Overweight smokers have worse hair loss.
research Developing Human Fetal Skin Demonstrates a Unique Lymphocyte Signature
Fetal skin has unique immune cells different from adult skin.
research Diagnosis of Hyperandrogenism: Biochemical Criteria
The document concludes that accurate measurement of serum androgens is crucial for diagnosing hyperandrogenism.
research Hirsutism
Hirsutism is often caused by high male hormone levels and can be treated with lifestyle changes and medications.
research Cutaneous Manifestations of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Skin problems like acne and excess hair in PCOS are common and linked to being overweight.
research The Relationship Between Acne and Other Hyperandrogenism Signs
Acne is strongly linked to high BMI, hair loss, menstrual issues, family history, and eating too many sweets and fatty foods, but not to excessive hair growth.
research Hirsutism
Hirsutism, excessive hair growth in women, often caused by high androgen levels and polycystic ovary syndrome, can be treated with medication and weight management.
research Comparison of Homocysteine Levels in Patients with and without Androgenetic Alopecia
Higher homocysteine levels may predict hair loss severity.
research Gender Differences in Production and Circulating Levels of Sex Hormones and Their Impact on Aging Skin
Men and women experience skin aging differently due to changes in sex hormone levels with age.
research Androgen Excess in Pre-Menopausal Women Due to Granulosa Cell Tumor: A Case Report
Removing the ovarian tumor improved the woman's hormonal symptoms.
research Controversies in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Diagnosing and treating PCOS is complex due to differing criteria and requires a team approach.
research Testosterone Secreting Ovarian Tumor: A Rare Cause of Erythrocytosis and Pulmonary Embolus
A rare ovarian tumor that produced testosterone caused a blood clot in the lungs and increased red blood cells in a woman.
research Clobetasol Propionate 0.05% Under Occlusion in the Treatment of Alopecia Totalis/Universalis
Clobetasol propionate ointment can help some people with total hair loss regrow hair.
research Follicular and Percutaneous Penetration Pathways of Topically Applied Minoxidil Foam
Minoxidil foam enters hair follicles and skin for hair growth.
research Intermittent Low-Dose Finasteride Is as Effective as Daily Administration for the Treatment of Hirsute Women
Intermittent low-dose finasteride works as well as daily use for treating excessive hair growth in women.
research Effectiveness of a Novel Compound Hair and Scalp Complex on Hair Follicle Regeneration
HAIR & SCALP COMPLEX may help treat hair loss by stimulating hair growth and restarting the hair cycle.