research Androgens and Hirsutism in a Large Cohort of Portuguese Women
PCOS is the most common cause of hirsutism, and personalized treatment is important.
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research Testosterone: The Male Sex Hormone
More research is needed to understand how testosterone is maintained in adult males.
research Approach to Investigation of Hyperandrogenism in a Postmenopausal Woman
Postmenopausal hyperandrogenism, a condition with symptoms like increased hair growth and acne, is usually caused by PCOS but can also be due to other factors. It's diagnosed by checking testosterone levels and treated either by removing the adrenal tumor or through antiandrogen therapy.
research Laparoscopic adrenalectomy – a cure for male pattern baldness
Removing a hormone-producing adrenal tumor can stop hair loss in women with high testosterone levels.
research New frontiers in human hair follicle (neuro‐)endocrinology
Human scalp hair follicles can produce and respond to several hormones, affecting hair growth and pigmentation.
research Post-partum pituitary insufficiency and livedo reticularis presenting a diagnostic challenge in a resource limited setting in Tanzania: a case report, clinical discussion and brief review of existing literature
Early diagnosis and hormone therapy can significantly improve outcomes for post-partum pituitary insufficiency in resource-limited settings.
research A study of clinical and investigational profile of hirsute women at a tertiary care center in Western India
Idiopathic hirsutism is the most common cause of hirsutism in women, followed by PCOS.
research An unusual presentation of X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy
A man with X-ALD improved after treatment, highlighting the need to consider X-ALD in similar patients and test their relatives.
research Alopecia and Mental Health: Psychosocial Burden, Neuroendocrine Mechanisms, and Therapeutic Implications
Alopecia affects mental health, causing depression and anxiety, but new treatments can improve both hair growth and quality of life.
research Alopecia and Mental Health: Psychosocial Burden, Neuroendocrine Mechanisms, and Therapeutic Implications
Alopecia affects mental health, causing depression and anxiety, but new treatments can help improve both hair growth and quality of life.
research Evaluation of Premature Pubarche Cases: A Single CenterExperience
Careful diagnosis is crucial for premature pubarche, as 20% of cases have other conditions.
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 Acne Syndromes and Mosaicism
Understanding how acne develops in different diseases could lead to new treatments.
research Hair glucocorticoid levels in Parkinson’s disease
People with Parkinson's disease have higher levels of cortisone in their hair, which may indicate chronic stress hormone dysfunction.
research 7452 A Diagnostically Challenging Case of Hyperandrogenism in Postmenopausal Woman
The case highlights the complexity of diagnosing high testosterone in older women and the need for thorough testing.
research Generalised Glucocorticoid Resistance
Mutations in the glucocorticoid receptor gene cause reduced sensitivity to glucocorticoids and may lead to poor response to treatment.
research Hair follicle is a target of stress hormone and autoimmune reactions
Stress hormones and autoimmune reactions can cause hair loss.
research Bibliometric Study of Adaptogens in Dermatology: Pharmacophylogeny, Phytochemistry, and Pharmacological Mechanisms
Plant adaptogens may help treat skin diseases and improve skin health, but more research is needed to fully understand how they work.
research Determining Cortisol in Animal Hair as a Marker of Chronic Stress
Hair cortisol can indicate animal stress but varies with many factors.
research Rapid Intravenous Administration of Corticotropin as a Test of Adrenocortical Insufficiency
The rapid corticotropin test is a quick and simple way to diagnose adrenal insufficiency.
research Melasma and Endocrine Disorders
Melasma is a skin condition linked to female hormones, genetics, UV exposure, and certain medications, but not to pituitary, adrenal, or thyroid diseases.
research Dermatologic manifestations of endocrine disorders
Skin changes can help diagnose and manage endocrine disorders like thyroid problems, diabetes, and adrenal gland conditions.
research Review of Cardiovascular Findings in Humans Treated with Minoxidil
Minoxidil may cause heart changes; use caution and monitor patients with heart conditions.
research Acquired scalp alopecia. Part II: A review
Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for preventing permanent hair loss in various scalp conditions, and while new treatments are promising, more research is needed to evaluate their effectiveness.
research Virilizing adrenocortical oncocytoma in a toddler
A toddler with a rare adrenal gland tumor causing male-like physical changes was successfully treated with surgery.
research Ovarian Leydig cell hyperplasia as a rare cause of hair loss in a postmenopausal female patient: a case report and diagnostic approach toward postmenopausal hyperandrogenism
An 84-year-old woman's hair loss was due to a rare condition called Leydig cell hyperplasia, which was treated with surgery.
research Androgens and androgen receptor action in skin and hair follicles
Male hormones and their receptors play a key role in hair loss and skin health, with potential new treatments being explored.
research New onset alopecia and hirsutism in a postmenopausal women
A postmenopausal woman's hair loss and excess hair growth improved after surgery for ovarian hyperthecosis.
research Ovarian Hilus-Cell Hyperplasia and High Serum Testosterone in a Patient With Postmenopausal Virilization
A woman's male-like symptoms and high testosterone were due to ovarian hilus-cell hyperplasia, which improved after surgery.
research Bald thigh syndrome in sighthounds—Revisiting the cause of a well-known disease
Bald thigh syndrome in sighthounds is caused by structural defects in hair shafts due to downregulated genes and proteins.