research [Endocrinologic diagnosis in hirsutism and androgenetic alopecia in women].
Hirsutism and androgenetic alopecia in women are often due to increased androgen effects, and antiandrogen treatment is recommended to prevent further issues.
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research The evaluation and management of hirsutism*1
Most women with excess hair growth have an underlying hormonal issue, often treated with medication and hair removal methods.
research Androgen Dependence of Hirsutism, Acne, and Alopecia in Women
Hirsutism is more linked to high androgen levels than acne or hair loss, and a mix of hormonal tests is best for diagnosis; certain treatments can reduce symptoms.
research Diagnostic Criteria for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
To diagnose Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, two out of three signs—irregular periods, high male hormone levels, or cysts on the ovaries—are needed.
research Hypertrichosis as a side effect of inhaled steroids in children
Inhaled steroids in children may cause excessive hair growth and not always go away after stopping the medication.
research Hirsutism in Women.
Hirsutism in women is mostly caused by polycystic ovary syndrome and idiopathic hyperandrogenism.
research The Evaluation and Management of Hirsutism
Hirsutism in women often indicates a hormonal imbalance and can be managed with a combination of hormonal treatments and hair removal methods.
research Androgenic alopecia in a postmenopausal Sicilian baroness
The painting of an 18th-century Sicilian baroness shows she had hair loss, possibly due to ovarian issues, insulin resistance, or a specific type of tumor.
research Practical approaches to the use of markers of biochemical hyperandrogenism in women
Accurate diagnosis and treatment of hyperandrogenism in women require comprehensive evaluation of symptoms and hormone levels.
research Women with clinically significant hirsutism always have detectable endocrinological abnormalities
Most women with excessive hair growth have a hormonal cause.
research Hirsutism in the United Arab Emirates: a hospital study
Most women with hirsutism in the UAE have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
research Difficult and rare forms of acne
The document talks about hard-to-treat and rare acne types, their connection with other health issues, the importance of correct diagnosis, and the challenges in managing them.
research ACP Broadsheet 131: March 1992. Hirsute women: should they be investigated?
Most women with excess hair growth need only a clinical evaluation and minimal tests unless they show signs of virilism.
research SAT320 Cyclic Cushing Syndrome Caused By An ACTH-Producing Pheochromocytoma
A woman's cyclic Cushing syndrome was caused by a tumor in her adrenal gland that produced ACTH.
research PSAT001 A Case of Ectopic Cushing's Syndrome Complicated by COVID-19 Infection
A woman with ectopic Cushing's syndrome and COVID-19 passed away despite treatment.
research Treatment of Female Androgenic Alopecia with Cimetidine
Cimetidine is not a first-choice treatment for female hair loss, and there's no consistently successful treatment for this condition in men or normal hormone level women.
research Clinical dermatoendocrinology: saving lives by looking at the skin.
Skin changes can reveal serious hormone-related diseases, helping save lives.
research Autoimmune Polyglandular Syndrome Type 2 Presentation with Alopecia Universalis, Hashimoto’s Disease, and Addison’s Disease
Timely diagnosis and treatment of complex autoimmune diseases like APS2 are crucial to prevent complications and improve life quality.
research Isotretinoin-unresponsive acne as a sign of a congenital disorder: a case of 21-hydroxylase deficiency
Acne not improved by usual treatments may indicate a genetic disorder.
research Research Snippets
New hair regrowth model introduced, imiquimod kills skin cancer cells, T-cadherin loss makes skin cancer more invasive, no strong link between PTCH1 gene and skin cancer after transplant, and male teens more likely to have hereditary hair loss.
research Hyperandrogenism in Adolescent Girls
The conclusion is that a thorough approach is needed to diagnose and manage hyperandrogenism in teenage girls, recognizing its major psychological and health effects.
research Hyperandrogenism in Adolescent Girls
Diagnosing PCOS in teenage girls is tricky and requires careful evaluation and management.
research Approach to the Patient: Hirsutism
Hirsutism affects many women and is managed with a combination of medical treatments and hair removal, tailored to individual needs.
research Clinical, Laboratory, and Radiological Diagnosis of Hyperandrogenism
Hyperandrogenism is diagnosed using clinical signs, lab tests, and imaging.
research [G-proteins, receptor signal transduction, and growth hormone secretion].
The document concludes that antiandrogenic drugs like cyproterone acetate and spironolactone are effective but not permanent treatments for skin-related androgenization in women.
research Research Snippets
New hair regrowth model proposed, imiquimod found to kill skin cancer cells, T-cadherin loss linked to invasive skin cancer, no clear gene link to skin cancer after transplant, and study on children's hair loss shows male dominance and genetic ties.
research Differential Diagnosis of Hyperandrogenism in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The conclusion is that accurately identifying the cause of high androgen levels in women with PCOS is crucial and requires specific tests.
research Alopecia attributed to neoplastic ovarian tissue in two ferrets.
Hair loss in two ferrets was caused by ovarian tissue tumors, not adrenal issues.
research Virilizing Adrenocortical Oncocytoma in a Child: A Case Report
A rare adrenal tumor in a 14-year-old girl caused male-like symptoms and was successfully removed.
research [Hirsutism].
Hirsutism is excessive male-pattern hair growth mainly caused by ovarian hormones, and severe cases may require costly treatment with side effects.