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research Cutaneous Manifestations and Hormonal Changes Among Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Patients at a Tertiary Care Center

2 citations , December 2021 in “Cureus”

Most women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) have skin issues like excessive hair, acne, or hair loss. Hormone imbalances are common, and age, certain hormones, and hormone ratios can predict acne. Obesity, infertility, and high cholesterol are also common in these women.

Dermatologic Manifestations in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Their Prevalence and Assessment in Relation to Hormonal and Metabolic Changes

research Dermatologic manifestations in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome: their prevalence and assessment in relation to hormonal and metabolic changes

November 2020 in “ALEXMED ePosters (Online)”

People with PCOS often have skin problems like excessive hair growth, hair loss, acne, and dark patches, which are linked to hormonal and metabolic imbalances.

research The influence of physical activity, diet, and lifestyle of patients on the course of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in women

1 citations , July 2024 in “Quality in Sport”

Lifestyle changes like exercise and diet improve PCOS symptoms.

research The Polycystic Ovary Syndrome - Challenges and Opportunities in Adolescent Medicine

1 citations , May 2009 in “Wiley-Blackwell eBooks”

Early treatment of PCOS in teens is crucial to prevent long-term health issues like diabetes and heart disease.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Implications and Treatments

research Polycystic ovary syndrome

September 2005 in “Morecambe Bay medical journal”

Insulin resistance plays a key role in PCOS, and lifestyle changes, weight loss, and medications like metformin can help manage it.

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community Female, 30, PCOS diagnosis, MPB Norwood 2. Endo refuses to give anything other than Spironolactone. Feel like I’m at my wit’s end here.

in Female 57 upvotes 2 years ago

A 30-year-old female with PCOS and male pattern baldness is frustrated with her endocrinologist's recommendation of only Spironolactone and minoxidil, feeling that dutasteride, finasteride, and progesterone would be more effective. Other users suggest various online sources for treatments, warn against self-medicating due to potential risks, and recommend seeking a specialized endocrinologist or considering additional treatments like Inositol, Berberine, and dermaneedling.

community DHT Isn’t the Only Factor in Hair Loss and That Might Be the Key to a Real Cure

in Research/Science 370 upvotes 4 months ago

Hair loss involves more than just DHT, with genetic factors like TRPS affecting hair follicles. Treatments such as Amplifica's AMP-601 and AMP-303 target stem cells for potential hair growth solutions.

community Why do we have head hair in first place if we evolved to start losing it in some cases as soon as puberty hits

in Chat 138 upvotes 9 months ago

Hair loss is influenced by genetics and sensitivity to hormones like DHT. Treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride are commonly used, and baldness persists as it doesn't affect reproductive success.

community Why balding gets worse in every generation?

in Chat 81 upvotes 2 years ago

Balding seems to worsen with each generation, possibly due to stress, diet, and environmental factors. The user started treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.

community Is it possible for androgenic alopecia to begin at early adolescent years?

in Chat 70 upvotes 3 years ago

Hair loss can begin in early adolescence and cause mental anguish. Treatments mentioned include eating cruciferous vegetables, engaging in physical activity, and maintaining scalp hygiene.

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