research How to Speak Postmodern: Medicine, Illness, and Cultural Change
The document suggests medicine should integrate biological and cultural factors and focus on holistic, equitable care.
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research What Every Physician Should Know About Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Doctors should know how to diagnose and treat PCOS, which often involves checking for high male hormone levels and using medications to manage symptoms.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss, Sebum Excretion, and the End-Organ Response to Androgens
Hair loss in women not always linked to increased oil production; other factors may be involved.
research Scalp Hair Regrowth in Hormone-Treated Transgender Woman
Hormone therapy with estradiol and spironolactone can regrow scalp hair in transgender women by lowering testosterone to female levels.
research Venous Thromboembolism and Women's Health
Women have a higher risk of blood clots from hormonal factors and need careful treatment, especially during pregnancy.
research PCOS in Lesbian and Heterosexual Women Treated with Artificial Donor Insemination
Sexual orientation does not affect the prevalence of PCOS or fertility rates in women undergoing artificial donor insemination.
research A Perspective on the Evolving Landscape in Male Reproductive Medicine
Advancements in male reproductive medicine are ongoing, but more research and improved treatments are needed in several areas.
research An Update on Hair Restoration Therapy
Hair restoration techniques like follicular unit transplant surgery and follicular unit extraction are effective, with ideal graft placement density between 20-30 units per cm². Medications like Minoxidil and Finasteride can help maintain and regrow hair.
research Testosterone in Women: Measurement and Therapeutic Use
Testosterone therapy can modestly improve sexual function in menopausal women but should be used cautiously and is not recommended for routine measurement in sexual dysfunction or hirsutism.
research The Evaluation and Management of Hirsutism
Hirsutism in women often indicates a hormonal imbalance and can be managed with a combination of hormonal treatments and hair removal methods.
research Controversies in Plastic Surgery: Suction-Assisted Lipectomy and the hCG Protocol for Obesity Treatment
The document concludes that the hCG protocol may help in obesity treatment and could be scientifically justified, but more research is needed.
research Is There a Role for 5α-Reductase Inhibitors in Transgender Individuals?
5α-reductase inhibitors like finasteride may not be effective or safe for transgender individuals, and more research is needed.
research Male, Female, Other: Transgender and the Impact in Primary Care
Healthcare providers need better education and resources to give competent and sensitive care to transgender patients.
research Aesthetic Considerations in Secondary Procedures for Gender Reassignment
Secondary aesthetic surgeries for gender reassignment are generally satisfying and advance overall aesthetic surgery techniques, but psychological support is important.
research Hair Removal With The Long-Pulse Alexandrite Laser
The long-pulse alexandrite laser effectively removes hair permanently.
research Physiology and Medical Treatments for Alopecia
Minoxidil, finasteride, and low-level laser light therapy are effective FDA-approved treatments for hair loss.
research Androgenetic Alopecia in Gender Minority Patients
AGA treatments like minoxidil and LLLLT are safe and effective for gender minority patients.
research Androgen Receptor CAG Repeat Length Is Associated With Ovarian Reserve But Not With Ovarian Response
The length of CAG repeats in the androgen receptor gene is linked to ovarian reserve but does not affect how the ovaries respond to stimulation.
research Minoxidil and Male-Pattern Alopecia: A Potential Role for a Local Regulator of Sebum Secretion with Vasoconstrictive Effects?
Minoxidil, a common hair loss treatment, might work by counteracting a hormone that reduces hair growth and promotes hair loss.
research Core Curriculum for Hair Restoration Surgery, Recommended by the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery
The International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery established a curriculum in 2005 to standardize knowledge and skills for treating hair loss, emphasizing it as a multidimensional specialty.
research Facial Feminization Surgery and Facial Gender Confirmation Surgery
The document concludes that individualized Facial Feminization Surgery plans and comprehensive care are crucial for successful outcomes.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Contemporary Viewpoint
PCOS is a complex condition linked to hormonal imbalance and insulin resistance, with weight loss being important for management.
research Care Pathways of Children and Adolescents Referred to Specialist Gender Services: A Systematic Review
Many children and teens referred to gender services receive hormone treatments, but more research is needed on their long-term care and outcomes.
research Tissue Engineering of the Reproductive System
Cell transplantation faces challenges in genitourinary reconstruction, but alternative tissue sources and microencapsulation show promise.
research Cyproterone Acetate: A Genotoxic Carcinogen?
Cyproterone acetate may cause liver cancer at high doses, but is considered safe at recommended doses for approved uses.
research Physician Awareness of the Safe Use of Cyproterone Acetate in Europe: A Survey on the Effectiveness of Additional Risk Minimization Measures
Most European physicians know the risks and safe use of Cyproterone acetate, but few remember receiving official safety communications.
research Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy Among Transgender and Gender Diverse Patients Receiving Laser Hair Removal Prior to Gender-Affirming Surgery
Most transgender patients getting laser hair removal before gender-affirming surgery are already on hormone therapy, which might affect the hair removal process.
research Tackling Underrepresentation to Aid Understanding of Parkinson’s Disease: Progress and Further Opportunities
Addressing underrepresentation in Parkinson's research is crucial for better treatments and understanding.
research The Story of When Kidneys Fail and the Contribution of Air Vice-Marshal Sir Ralph Jackson
Air Vice-Marshal Sir Ralph Jackson significantly advanced dialysis technology in the UK.
research Laser for Hair Removal: A Review of Technologies and Efficacy
Lasers are FDA-approved for permanent hair reduction, not removal, and more research is needed to improve treatments.