research Metformin or thiazolidinedione therapy in PCOS?
Metformin and thiazolidinediones are similarly effective for PCOS, but metformin is often preferred due to fewer side effects.
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research Association of Risk Factors with Female Pattern Hair Loss
Older age, family history, and low iron levels increase the risk of female hair loss.
research The role of serotonin, ferritin, and hematological profiles in female pattern hair loss
Iron deficiency is linked to female pattern hair loss.
research Paradise Nut Paradox: Alopecia Due to Selenosis from a Nutritional Therapy
Eating too many paradise nuts for cancer prevention caused a woman to lose all her hair due to selenium poisoning.
research Role of plasminogen activator inhibitor type 1 (PAI-1) in PCOS patient
People with PCOS have higher levels of PAI-1, which may increase their risk of heart disease and fertility issues.
research How Do You Treat Premature Hair Loss in Women in Your Practice
The document concludes that hair loss in women is treated with medications, therapies, and surgery in Western medicine, and with acupuncture and herbs in Chinese medicine, but hereditary hair loss is hard to reverse.
research Selenium and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome; Current Knowledge and Future Directions: A Systematic Review
Selenium might help with insulin resistance and cholesterol in PCOS, but more research is needed to confirm its benefits.
research Evidence-Based and Potential Benefits of Metformin in the Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Comprehensive Review
Metformin helps with menstrual cycles and insulin levels in PCOS but is less effective for hair growth, diabetes prevention, and weight loss, and may improve fertility and reduce diabetes risk.
research Female pattern hair loss: Clinico-laboratory findings and trichoscopy depending on disease severity
Genetics affect early female hair loss, severity depends on duration, and low ferritin levels not significant.
research Hairless-knockout piglets generated using the clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeat/CRISPR-associated-9 exhibit abnormalities in the skin and thymus
Pigs without the Hairless gene showed skin and thymus changes, useful for studying human hair disorders.
research Gonadal Sex Steroids: Production, Action and Interactions in Mammals
The document concludes that sex hormones are crucial for mammalian reproduction, health, and behavior, and require more research for therapeutic use.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Adolescence
PCOS starts in adolescence with hormonal issues, leading to adult health problems, and early treatment is crucial.
research Consecutive Cyproterone Acetate and Estradiol Treatment in Late-Pubertal Transgender Female Adolescents
Cyproterone acetate treatment is safe and causes mild feminization, which increases with added estrogen.
research Vitamin D receptor polymorphisms and the polycystic ovary syndrome: A systematic review
The review found no clear link between vitamin D receptor gene variations and polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Expression of AKT1 along with AKT2 in granulosa-lutein cells of hyperandrogenic PCOS patients
The study found that women with hyperandrogenic PCOS have higher levels of AKT1 and AKT2 proteins in their cells, which may lead to cell dysfunction.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Therapy Update
There are many treatments for common hair loss, but more trials are needed to decide which are best.
research Role of Insulin Resistance in Males with Early Androgenetic Alopecia
Men with early hair loss may have higher insulin resistance and should be checked for related health issues.
research Finasteride
Finasteride effectively treats baldness but may cause sexual side effects.
research Phenotype and metabolic profile of South Asian women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS): results of a large database from a specialist Endocrine Clinic
South Asian women with PCOS are more likely to have metabolic issues and central obesity, and simple measures like waist size and blood pressure can help identify these risks early.
research Androgen receptor gene CAG repeat polymorphism in women with polycystic ovary syndrome
Longer CAG repeat lengths in the androgen receptor gene are linked to higher testosterone levels in women with PCOS.
research Comparative Evaluation of Biomarkers of Inflammation Among Indian Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Consuming Vegetarian vs. Non-vegetarian Diet
Vegetarian Indian women with PCOS have higher inflammation levels than non-vegetarians.
research Increased frequency of the DI genotype of the angiotensin-I converting enzyme and association of the II genotype with insulin resistance in polycystic ovary syndrome
The study suggests certain ACE gene variations are more common in women with PCOS and may be linked to increased insulin resistance.
research Potential Medical Uses of Cannabigerol: A Brief Overview
CBG may help with various medical conditions but needs more human research to confirm safety and effectiveness.
research Treatment of alopecia X with medroxyprogesterone acetate
Medroxyprogesterone injections caused hair regrowth in some dogs with alopecia X.
research The genetically programmed hair growth cycle and alopecia: what is there to know?
The document concludes that hair loss is complex, affects many people, has limited treatments, and requires more research on its causes and psychological impact.
research Idiopathic unilateral facial hirsutism
A woman had unusual hair growth on one side of her chin without a known cause.
research Hair Loss in Men and Women
The document concludes that ongoing medical therapy is crucial for preventing hair loss, and surgical options can restore hair, with future treatments for hair loss being promising.
research Medical Treatment of Alopecia
The most effective treatments for hair loss are minoxidil, finasteride, PRP, and hair transplants, with steroids and immunosuppressants for autoimmune types.
research Alopecias
Chronic kidney disease can cause hair loss, which may be related to zinc deficiency or certain medications, and sometimes hair grows back when the underlying issue is treated.
research Hair loss
The document concludes that hair loss is common and can be treated with medications like minoxidil or surgical options, and it significantly affects people's psychological well-being.