April 2019 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” A rare adrenal tumor in a woman only made DHEA-S, causing hair thinning, and was removed, fixing the hormone level.
A 73-year-old woman's unusual hair loss and growth led to the discovery of a rare condition causing too much testosterone, which improved after her ovaries were removed.
Spironolactone was effective in reducing hair growth in women with hirsutism.
223 citations
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June 2018 in “Human Reproduction Update” Including ovarian morphology in diagnosis increases PCOS prevalence estimates, highlighting the need for standardized criteria.
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August 2022 in “Diagnostics” Hirsutism can occur in women with PCOS even if their androgen levels are normal, making diagnosis challenging.
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May 2021 in “International Journal of Infectious Diseases” Low testosterone may indicate severe COVID-19 in men.
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December 2012 in “BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine” Young coconut juice speeds up wound healing.
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September 2023 in “International Journal of Microbiology Research” AMH is a promising biomarker for diagnosing PCOS.
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August 1990 in “Journal of Steroid Biochemistry” High doses of cyclosporine A increase testosterone conversion, possibly boosting hair growth.
March 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” The combined treatment improved hair growth and scalp health in a patient with scalp alopecia from birth.
October 2024 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” Ovarian steroid cell tumors can mimic adrenal hyperplasia, and surgery can normalize hormone levels.
October 2024 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” Early detection of ovarian steroid cell tumors is crucial to prevent lasting symptoms.
September 2022 in “Biomedicines” Lipid Accumulation Product and Free Androgens Index are effective for assessing fatty liver disease risk in women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.
April 2009 in “11th European Congress of Endocrinology” Taking 1 mg finasteride for a year reduces dihydrotestosterone levels in men with early hair loss, but doesn't change their metabolic state.
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August 2007 in “Applied and environmental microbiology” The engineered yeast strain BLYAS can quickly and sensitively detect androgenic chemicals.
72 citations
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November 2002 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Estrogen receptor α controls hair growth cycles and skin thickness in male mice.
61 citations
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December 2001 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Steroid sulfatase in hair follicles may be a target for treating hair loss.
31 citations
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October 2015 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is not very common among Iranian women, but it's important to prevent it because of the risk of heart disease and infertility.
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September 2024 in “Human Reproduction Update” Androgen measurement helps diagnose PCOS, but accuracy varies, needing standard methods.
5 citations
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February 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Diagnosing and treating PCOS in teenagers is difficult, and the focus is on lifestyle changes and medication to improve health and prevent future issues.
4 citations
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April 2021 in “Frontiers in Immunology” Different types of RNAs are found in varying amounts in patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, suggesting they could be important in the disease's development and potentially used as disease markers.
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June 2025 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Frontal fibrosing alopecia often occurs after menopause, with delayed diagnosis and possible links to certain medications and conditions.
September 2025 in “Obstetrics and gynecology.” Myoinositol effectively manages PCOS with fewer side effects than metformin.
February 2024 in “Cosmetics” The conclusion is that new plant-based treatments for hair loss may work by targeting certain enzymes.
December 2023 in “Indian Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism” Early diagnosis, genetic testing, and innovative treatments are crucial for managing complex medical conditions.
4 citations
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December 2021 in “Experimental and Therapeutic Medicine” Adult female acne is complex and requires a combination of treatments for effective management.
September 2017 in “Springer eBooks” Certain supplements, like whey protein isolate and growth hormones, can worsen hair loss.
April 2020 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” A rare ovarian tumor that produced testosterone caused a blood clot in the lungs and increased red blood cells in a woman.
April 2020 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” An ovarian tumor caused a woman's male-like symptoms, which improved after surgery.
380 citations
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February 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” PCOS is influenced by various factors and may be managed by restoring gut health and using new therapies.