research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Management of a Long-Term Condition in Primary Care
Manage PCOS in primary care with weight loss, psychological support, medication, and monitoring for health risks.
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210-240 / 417 results research Hypothyroidism And Hyperprolactinemia As A Possible Cause Of Androgenetic Alopecia In The Female
research Isolation and Identification of Hair Growth Potential Fraction from Active Plant Extract of Blumea Eriantha DC Grown in Western Ghat of India: In Silico Study
Blumea eriantha DC extract shows strong potential for promoting hair growth.
research Hirsutism in a Female Adolescent Induced by Long-Acting Injectable Risperidone
A teenage girl's excessive hair growth was caused by a medication for mania, but improved after stopping the medication.
research Update on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) affects 6%-15% of women of reproductive age, causing symptoms like acne and hair loss, and increasing the risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease; it's managed through diet, exercise, and medications like Metformin and hormonal contraceptives.
research Atherogenesis: Estrogen Induction of Polysialylated NCAM Blocks Monocyte Capture by Vascular Endothelial Cells
Estrogen helps prevent artery plaque by stopping monocyte capture in blood vessels.
research The Influence of Low Dose Finasteride, a Type II 5α-Reductase Inhibitor, on Circulating Neuroactive Steroids
Low dose finasteride decreases certain steroids, possibly increasing depression risk.
research The Impact of the 5α-Reductase Inhibitors on Male Sexual Function and Psychological Well-Being
5α-reductase inhibitors can cause serious and possibly lasting sexual and psychological side effects.
research Summary of the Recommendations on Sexual Dysfunctions in Women
The report recommends personalized treatment for women's sexual dysfunctions and more research on effective therapies.
research Effects on Steroid 5-Alpha Reductase Gene Expression of Thai Rice Bran Extracts and Molecular Dynamics Study on SRD5A2
Thai rice bran extracts, especially from Tubtim Chumphae rice, can significantly reduce the activity of hair loss genes, with x-tocopherol showing potential as an anti-hair loss product.
research Serum Ferritin Levels: A Clinical Guide in Patients With Hair Loss
Low ferritin levels can indicate iron deficiency as a cause of hair loss.
research The Diagnosis of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Adolescents
Diagnosing PCOS in teenagers is challenging and should use strict criteria to avoid misdiagnosis and unnecessary worry.
research Treatment of Hyperandrogenic Alopecia in Women
Flutamide may slightly improve hair loss in women, but finasteride does not work.
research Hair Follicle Neogenesis Induced by Cultured Human Scalp Dermal Papilla Cells
Scientists found a way to grow human hair cells in a lab that can create new hair when transplanted.
research Relationship of the Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Controlled, Population-Based Study
Metabolic syndrome and PCOS are related but separate conditions, with metabolic syndrome increasing the risk of heart disease and diabetes.
research 11β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase Type 1 Inhibitors for the Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes
Inhibitors of 11β-HSD1 show potential for treating type 2 diabetes but require more testing for safety and effectiveness.
research From Gene to Therapy in Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy: Are We There Yet?
Effective treatments for spinal and bulbar muscular atrophy are not yet available; more research is needed.
research Testosterone Therapy in Premenopausal Women
Testosterone therapy may improve mood, well-being, and sexual function in premenopausal women, but more research is needed on its long-term safety and effectiveness.
research Hair Sampling for Cortisol Analysis with Mother-Toddler Dyads Living in Low-Income Homes
Collecting hair for cortisol analysis is possible in low-income mother-toddler pairs.
research Stem Cells Tightly Regulate Dead Cell Clearance to Maintain Tissue Fitness
Stem cells help remove dead cells to keep tissues healthy by balancing cell replacement and clearance.
research Clinical and Molecular Genetic Studies in Hereditary Hair Loss
Researchers found a genetic link for hereditary hair loss but need more analysis to identify the exact gene.
research Ischemia-Modified Albumin as a New Biomarker in Predicting Oxidative Stress in Alopecia Areata
Ischemic modified albumin could be a new indicator of oxidative stress in people with alopecia areata.
research Hidradenitis Suppurativa: A Comparison of Guidelines
There is no gold standard treatment for hidradenitis suppurativa due to insufficient evidence.
research The Effect of Metformin on Hirsutism in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Metformin improves hair growth and menstrual frequency in women with PCOS and hirsutism.
research Hirsutism
Most women with excessive hair growth have PCOS; treatment varies and focuses on preventing new hair, with electrolysis as the only permanent removal method.
research Spironolactone and XPB: An Old Drug with a New Molecular Target
Spironolactone, a heart and liver drug, has new uses including cancer treatment, viral infection prevention, and skin condition improvement.
research Social Perceptions of Male Pattern Baldness: A Review
The review concluded that male pattern baldness is mostly seen negatively, affecting attractiveness and social appeal.
research Hair Toe Tourniquets: A Review of Two Case Studies
Educating healthcare workers and parents about hair toe tourniquets can help prevent serious complications.
research Regulation of Androgen Receptor and 5α-Reductase in the Skin of Normal and Hirsute Women
The exact cause of increased 5α-reductase activity leading to hirsutism in women is still unknown.
research Assessment of Retinol-Binding Protein 4 in Patients with Alopecia Areata and Androgenetic Alopecia
Higher RBP4 levels found in people with two types of hair loss.