research Female Hirsutism: Pathophysiological Considerations and Therapeutic Implications*
Excessive hair growth in women often has no known cause and is not linked to race or other hormonal symptoms.
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research Origin, Clinical Presentation, and Diagnosis of Facial Hypermelanoses
Facial dark spots can be caused by the sun, genetics, makeup, or medicine, and are diagnosed by patient history and skin tests.
research Autoimmune polyendocrine syndrome type 1: an Italian survey on 158 patients
APS-1 in Italy shows diverse AIRE mutations and various autoimmune issues.
research Drug Repositioning: New Opportunities for Older Drugs
Finding new uses for existing drugs is promising and can lead to safer, more effective medicines.
research SINDROMA CUSHING PADA KEHAMILAN
A pregnant woman with Cushing Syndrome got worse and sadly passed away.
research Hereditary, Congenital, and Acquired Alopecias
The conclusion is that different types of hair loss in dogs and cats can be cosmetic or serious, and affected animals should not be bred.
research Clinical and histopathologic features of hair loss in patients with HIV-1 infection
People with late-stage HIV-1 often experience a specific type of hair loss linked to multiple factors, including nutritional issues and immune responses.
research Feline Dermatology
The document explains various skin conditions in cats and how to diagnose and treat them.
research Effects of mitotane treatment on human steroid metabolism: implications for patient management
Mitotane changes steroid breakdown, affecting cortisol availability.
research Shock: A possible presenting manifestation of autoimmune polyendocrine syndrome type II
Shock can be an early sign of Autoimmune Polyendocrine Syndrome Type II.
research Wnt/β-catenin signalling: function, biological mechanisms, and therapeutic opportunities
The Wnt/β-catenin pathway is important for body functions and diseases, and targeting it may treat conditions like cancer, but with safety challenges.
research American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists Medical Guidelines for Clinical Practice for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Hyperandrogenic Disorders
The guidelines help doctors diagnose and treat hormone-related disorders in women.
research Hair follicle is a target of stress hormone and autoimmune reactions
Stress hormones and autoimmune reactions can cause hair loss.
research Determination of cortisone and cortisol in human scalp hair using an improved LC-MS/MS-based method
Cortisone in hair is a more reliable indicator of stress hormone exposure than cortisol.
research Case Report: A Virilizing Adrenal Oncocytoma
A woman's symptoms of increased body hair and testosterone were caused by a rare adrenal tumor, which was removed successfully.
research Pituitary Dependent Hyperadrenocorticism in a Golden Lion Tamarin (Leontopithecus rosalia)
A golden lion tamarin had Cushing's disease due to a pituitary tumor, leading to its euthanasia.
research Endocrinology
The document concludes that inflammation markers can be used in diabetes, vitamin D3 affects immune pathways, hyperthyroidism changes hormone levels, androgen levels help diagnose Adrenocortical Carcinoma, erectile dysfunction is linked to diabetes, hypogonadism is common in HIV-infected males, and hormones can be biomarkers for various conditions.
research Rare and Underappreciated Causes of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Some lesser-known causes of PCOS include autoimmune issues, genetic mutations, and changes in the body's microbiome.
research Effects of natural products on skin inflammation caused by abnormal hormones secreted by the adrenal gland
Natural products may help treat skin inflammation from abnormal adrenal hormones.
research Autoimmune polyglandular syndrome type 4 – case report
Patients with one autoimmune disease should be checked for other autoimmune disorders.
research Dermatoses of pregnancy
Pregnancy can cause various skin changes and diseases, with PUPPP being the most common skin condition specific to pregnancy.
research Epidemiology and burden of alopecia areata in Taiwan: a systematic review
Alopecia areata in Taiwan has a high disease burden and needs better research and diagnostic criteria.
research Baiting Proteins with C60
C60 fullerenes can alter protein function and may help develop new disease inhibitors.
research Role of β-Catenin Activation Levels and Fluctuations in Controlling Cell Fate
Proper control of β-catenin activity is crucial for development and preventing diseases like cancer.
research The Polycystic Ovary Syndrome - Challenges and Opportunities in Adolescent Medicine
Early treatment of PCOS in teens is crucial to prevent long-term health issues like diabetes and heart disease.
research The evaluation and treatment of androgen excess
High androgen levels can cause excessive hair growth and may indicate serious health issues, including heart disease and fertility problems.
research Hirsutism and virilisation.
Hirsutism is common body hair growth due to genetics and hormones, and while not a disease, it can be distressing; virilisation includes hirsutism with other male traits and needs medical attention.
research Sex differences in the hypothalamic–pituitary–adrenal axis’ response to stress: an important role for gonadal hormones
Male and female bodies respond differently to stress, influenced by hormones and development stages, with implications for stress-related diseases.
research The Role of Non-Aromatizable Testosterone Metabolite in Metabolic Pathways
Normal levels of DHT can reduce belly fat and increase muscle, but too much can lead to hair loss, prostate issues, and possibly heart disease.
research Alopecia areata – hyperactivity of the hypothalamic–pituitary–adrenal axis is a myth?
The study found no significant difference in stress hormone levels between people with alopecia areata and healthy individuals, suggesting that the disease is not caused by an overactive stress response system.