22 citations
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November 2011 in “Journal of Analytical Toxicology” Scientists have developed a new method to detect steroid abuse in athletes using cell-based tests, which could be the future of anti-doping methods.
June 2020 in “Applied sciences” A new semi-automatic hair implanter could make hair transplants easier, more successful, and more accessible.
March 2012 in “Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology” Androgen levels do not determine the type of PCOS symptoms in young females.
204 citations
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February 2000 in “Current Medicinal Chemistry” Antiandrogens like flutamide are effective in treating conditions like prostate cancer and hair loss, but there's a need for more potent versions. Understanding their structure can help develop better treatments.
98 citations
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February 2007 in “Seminars in Cell & Developmental Biology” Androgens can both stimulate and cause hair loss, and understanding their effects is key to treating hair disorders.
10 citations
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January 2009 in “Elsevier eBooks” Hair growth is influenced by hormones and goes through different phases; androgens can both promote and inhibit hair growth depending on the body area.
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October 2008 in “Fertility and Sterility” The report concludes that PCOS is mainly a condition of excess male hormones and its definition may change as new information is discovered.
4 citations
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January 2019 in “Annals of Dermatology” RE-ORGA, a Korean herb extract, may help prevent hair loss.
51 citations
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January 2003 in “Hormone Research in Paediatrics” Hormones and their receptors, especially androgens, play a key role in hair growth and disorders like baldness.
May 2025 in “Quality in Sport” Hair loss is caused by genetics, hormones, stress, and environment, and can be managed with good nutrition, stress control, and treatments.
April 1981 in “Postgraduate Medicine” In 1981, the punch graft technique was the main method for hair transplantation, and medical treatments for baldness were not very effective.
April 2018 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Mitochondrial dysfunction may contribute to chronic inflammation and immune system issues in Lichen planopilaris.
95 citations
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January 2012 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Androgens block hair growth by disrupting cell signals; targeting GSK-3 may help treat hair loss.
100 citations
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September 2017 in “Molecular and Cellular Endocrinology” Male hormones and their receptors play a key role in hair loss and skin health, with potential new treatments being explored.
November 2025 in “International Journal of Recent Innovations in Medicine and Clinical Research” Understanding different types of hair loss helps in accurate diagnosis and treatment.
March 2013 in “Journal für Kardiologie (Krause & Pachernegg GmbH)” Hormones significantly affect hair growth and loss, with potential for new treatments.
51 citations
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September 2015 in “Medical Clinics of North America” The conclusion is that acne, alopecia, and hyperhidrosis are common skin issues with various treatments available, and accurate diagnosis is key for effective management.
45 citations
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January 2006 in “Endocrine journal” To diagnose Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, two out of three signs—irregular periods, high male hormone levels, or cysts on the ovaries—are needed.
10 citations
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November 2024 in “Diagnostics” High androgen levels cause skin issues in PCOS, affecting quality of life.
2 citations
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July 2022 in “Cell Regeneration” Understanding hair growth involves complex factors, and more research is needed to improve treatments for hair loss conditions.
1 citations
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January 2008 in “touchREVIEWS in Endocrinology” Generalized glucocorticoid resistance causes hormone imbalances and varied symptoms due to gene mutations.
PCOS is a common hormonal disorder with symptoms like irregular periods and excess hair growth, managed with lifestyle changes and medications.
67 citations
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November 2002 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The document concludes that careful evaluation is key to diagnose and treat women with hair loss, with tests for thyroid, iron, and hormones as needed.
31 citations
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September 2008 in “International Journal of Andrology” 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors may cause a low incidence of erectile dysfunction that decreases over time.
80 citations
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April 2006 in “Clinical Interventions in Aging” Minoxidil and Finasteride are effective for male baldness; more research is needed for hair aging treatments.
1 citations
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October 2018 in “InTech eBooks” Only minoxidil and finasteride are FDA-approved for hair loss, with other treatments available but less effective or with side effects.
1 citations
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October 2010 in “Cambridge University Press eBooks” Hormonal therapies are effective for managing hair and skin symptoms in women with PCOS.
73 citations
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February 2007 in “The American Journal of Medicine” PCOS is a common hormonal disorder in women, treated with lifestyle changes and medications like hormonal contraceptives and metformin.
December 2015 in “Kosin Medical Journal” PCOS treatment should address both symptoms and metabolic risks, starting with lifestyle changes and possibly including medication.
July 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Breezula® may be more effective than Minoxidil in promoting hair growth by reducing a hair growth inhibitor.