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More research, better treatments, and public education are needed for dermatological conditions in people of African descent.
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research Hirsutism
Excessive hair growth in women, often from high androgen levels, is usually caused by PCOS, and can be treated with hair removal, medication, and possibly weight loss.
research Obstetric and Gynecologic Dermatology
A pregnant woman's skin condition improved after giving birth, possibly due to high estrogen levels during pregnancy.
research Hair density, hair diameter and the prevalence of female pattern hair loss: reply from authors
Hair loss caused by longer latent hair cycle and sudden miniaturization, not gradual follicle size reduction.
research The prevalence of polycystic ovary syndrome in a community sample of Iranian population: Iranian PCOS prevalence study
About 7% to 15% of Iranian women have polycystic ovary syndrome, depending on the criteria used to diagnose it.
research Menstrual Cycle Alterations during Adolescence: Early Expression of Metabolic Syndrome and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Irregular menstrual cycles in teenagers are linked to a higher risk of polycystic ovary syndrome and metabolic syndrome.
research Topical sodium valproate-loaded nanospanlastics versus conventional topical steroid therapy in alopecia areata: a randomized controlled study
Both treatments for alopecia areata showed similar modest effectiveness.
research Depression, anxiety and perceived stress in women with and without PCOS: a community-based study
Women with PCOS are more likely to suffer from depression, anxiety, and stress.
research Effects of 5-alpha reductase inhibitors on erectile function, sexual desire and ejaculation
5-alpha reductase inhibitors can cause sexual side effects like erectile dysfunction and reduced sexual desire, sometimes lasting after stopping the drug.
research Use of Finasteride in the Treatment of Men With Androgenetic Alopecia (Male Pattern Hair Loss)
Finasteride effectively improves hair growth and slows hair loss in men with male pattern baldness.
research Repurposing existing drugs for COVID-19: an endocrinology perspective
Existing drug dexamethasone may lower death risk in severe COVID-19 cases; more research needed for other drugs.
research Effect of cyproterone acetate on rate of hair growth in hirsute females
Cyproterone acetate reduced hair growth in most hirsute females and made hair softer, thinner, and lighter.
research Growth hormone-responsive alopecia in dogs
The exact cause of growth hormone-responsive alopecia in dogs is unclear.
research Follicular dysplasia in five Weimaraners
Five Weimaraners had a milder form of color dilution alopecia causing hair loss and skin issues.
research Amino Acids, Peptides, and Proteins
The document concludes that cosmetics need biocompatible, eco-friendly ingredients due to aging populations and demand for effective products.
research Evaluation of efficacy of QR 678 and QR678 neo hair growth factor formulation for the treatment of female pattern alopecia in patients with PCOS—A prospective study
QR 678 and QR678 Neo treatments are effective for hair loss in women with PCOS.
research Progress in the design of ascorbic acid derivative-mediated drug delivery
Ascorbic acid derivatives improve drug delivery systems.
research Cardiometabolic and neuroimaging correlates of cognitive function in polycystic ovary syndrome
Women with PCOS have altered brain structure and reduced cognitive performance.
research Efficacy of an Oral Ageratum Conyzoides Formulation on Increasing Hair Growth and Decreasing Hair Loss in Males and Females: A Randomised Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Study
Ageratum Conyzoides, when taken orally, can effectively reduce hair loss and improve hair growth.
research Evaluation of dry eye and Meibomian gland dysfunction in female androgenetic alopecia patients
Female hair loss patients more likely to have dry eye and gland issues.
research Analysis of Female Pattern Hair loss
Early treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss is important to stop it from getting worse, and various treatments can help, especially in mild to moderate cases.
research Nobiletin-loaded composite penetration enhancer vesicles restore the normal miRNA expression and the chief defence antioxidant levels in skin cancer
Nobiletin-loaded vesicles effectively treat skin cancer by restoring normal miRNA and antioxidant levels.
research The diagnosis of nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia due to 21-hydroxylase deficiency, based on serum basal or post-ACTH stimulation 17-hydroxyprogesterone, can lead to false-positive diagnosis
Using 17-hydroxyprogesterone levels to diagnose nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia can result in many incorrect diagnoses.
research Polycystic ovary syndrome: An update on diagnosis and management
PCOS diagnosis and management have improved with new guidelines for personalized care.
research Metabolic features of the reproductive phenotypes of polycystic ovary syndrome
Women with the NIH type of PCOS have more obesity and higher risk of diabetes and heart disease than those with other types of PCOS.
research Hirsutism due to polycystic ovarian syndrome: An integrative review of pathophysiology and management
Combining modern and Unani treatments may offer better care for hirsutism in PCOS.
research A Comprehensive Review on Metabolic Syndrome
Managing metabolic syndrome needs both lifestyle changes and medical treatments.
research Potential health risk and levels of heavy metals in water resources of lead–zinc mining communities of Abakaliki, southeast Nigeria
Water near Abakaliki mines has high toxic metal levels, posing health risks.
research Nutritional factors and hair loss
Low iron and L-lysine levels can cause hair loss in women, and increasing these nutrients can reduce hair shedding.
research The hairless gene mutated in congenital hair loss disorders encodes a novel nuclear receptor corepressor
The mutated hairless gene causes hair loss by acting as a new type of corepressor affecting thyroid hormone receptors.