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      Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) – An Overview

      research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) – An Overview

      November 2018 in “International Journal of Current Pharmaceutical Research”
      PCOS is a hormonal disorder causing symptoms like irregular periods and acne, and increases the risk of diabetes and heart disease.
      Alopecia

      research Alopecia

      January 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks”
      The document concludes that alopecia has various forms, each with specific treatments, but no definitive cure for certain types like CCCA has been proven.
      Disorders of the Scalp and Hair

      research Disorders of the Scalp and Hair

      January 2018
      Different scalp and hair disorders are more common in certain ethnic groups, with the most common being androgenetic alopecia, which is treated with medications like minoxidil and finasteride.
      Glossary

      research Glossary

      May 2017 in “American Society of Health-System Pharmacists eBooks”
      Pramipexole

      research Pramipexole

      October 2015 in “Elsevier eBooks”
      Pramipexole can cause side effects like dizziness, sleepiness, hallucinations, and low blood pressure, and it's important to educate patients and keep doses low.
      Alopecia: Managing the Basics

      research Alopecia: Managing the Basics

      July 2015 in “Cambridge University Press eBooks”
      The document concludes that treatments for female hair loss and excess body hair are available, but managing expectations is important.
      The Diagnosis and Management of Alopecia

      research The Diagnosis and Management of Alopecia

      November 2012 in “South African Family Practice”
      The article concludes that early treatment of alopecia is crucial to prevent permanent hair loss.
      Telogen Effluvium: A Common Hair Loss Condition

      research Telogen Effluvium: A Common Hair Loss Condition

      April 2012 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks”
      Telogen effluvium is a common hair loss condition where many hairs enter the resting phase, often not noticeable until significant loss occurs, and treatment focuses on the underlying cause.
      Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Adolescents

      research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Adolescents

      May 2010 in “Current Women's Health Reviews”
      The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment of PCOS in teenagers is important for managing symptoms and preventing long-term health problems.
      Hirsutism and Quality of Life

      research Hirsutism and Quality of Life

      January 2010 in “Springer eBooks”
      Hirsutism can lower a woman's quality of life, causing emotional distress and affecting social and work opportunities.
      Hair and Nails

      research Hair and Nails

      February 2009 in “Springer eBooks”
      Pregnancy can cause more body and scalp hair growth and make nails brittle, but these changes often revert after giving birth.
      Hirsutism

      research Hirsutism

      May 2006 in “Women's Health Medicine”
      Excessive hair growth in women, often from high androgen levels, is usually caused by PCOS, and can be treated with hair removal, medication, and possibly weight loss.
      Testosterone and Female Sexuality: A Skeptical View

      research Testosterone and Female Sexuality: A Skeptical View

      March 2004 in “Current Sexual Health Reports”
      Testosterone's role in women's sex drive is unclear and needs more research, as low levels don't always mean less sexual interest and high levels can cause side effects.
      Medical Practice: Therapy and Adverse Reactions

      research Medical Practice: Therapy and Adverse Reactions

      July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery”
      Blood pressure drugs can cause skin lupus, but it improves after stopping the drug. The glycoprotein D vaccine works against genital herpes in some women, and the HPV-16 vaccine reduces HPV-16 infection and related diseases. More frequent light therapy clears psoriasis faster. A cream called imiquimod effectively treats a type of skin cancer. Iron supplements don't necessarily help with chronic hair loss in women.
      Surgery And Laser

      research Surgery And Laser

      July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery”
      Various skin conditions like cutaneous lupus erythematosus, psoriasis, and basal cell carcinoma can be effectively treated with antihypertensive agents, NB-UVB phototherapy, and imiquimod cream respectively. Vaccines are effective against genital herpes and HPV-16 infection. Early intervention is crucial for conditions like diabetic foot ulcers and neonatal herpes. Certain dyes can cause hand dermatitis, and there's a link between smoking/drinking and psoriasis in men. No direct link was found between low iron levels and chronic hair loss in women.
      Cancer

      research Cancer

      July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery”
      Some medications can improve skin conditions, while lifestyle factors like smoking and drinking may worsen them; treatments like monoclonal antibodies and imiquimod cream show promise for certain skin diseases.