6 citations
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October 2014 in “Endokrynologia Polska” This study found that hirsutism is more prevalent in Chinese women with PCOS compared to the general population, and the Ferriman-Gallwey score is a good predictor for diagnosing PCOS in this group.
85 citations
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June 1999 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study found that the long-pulsed alexandrite laser effectively reduced hair growth with varying efficacy depending on the pulse duration, anatomic location, and number of treatments, without causing permanent adverse effects in skin types I–III.
February 2023 in “Mağallaẗ Tikrīt li-l-ʻulūm al-ṣirfaẗ/Tikrit journal of pure science” In this study, the researchers reported the detailed anatomical structure of horse skin, including the composition and organization of the epidermis, dermis, and associated glands and follicles.
4 citations
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April 1983 in “The Journal of Dermatology” This case report describes a 15-year-old Japanese girl with juvenile hypothyroidism who developed hypertrichosis and hyperkeratosis due to a keratin plug inhibiting hair growth on her back and arms.
October 2024 in “InnovAiT Education and inspiration for general practice” In this article, the authors review the causes, diagnosis, and treatment approaches for hirsutism in women, emphasizing diagnosis, hormonal therapies, lifestyle modifications, and cosmetic options for managing this condition in primary care settings.