research Assessment, diagnosis and treatment of a patient with hirsutism
A combined drug and laser treatment improved hirsutism in a PCOS patient, also enhancing her heart health and requiring regular liver and kidney checks.
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research Cutaneous manifestations of obesity and themetabolic syndrome
Obesity is linked to various skin disorders, which can help with early diagnosis and prevention of long-term health issues.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Adolescents
The document concludes that diagnosing PCOS in teenagers is difficult and should focus on specific hormone levels and menstrual irregularities, while also considering treatment for symptoms and related health issues.
research Pharmacokinetics of a transdermal testosterone cream in healthy postmenopausal women
A 5 mg dose of transdermal testosterone cream effectively restores testosterone levels in postmenopausal women.
research Kawasaki disease: an update
Early treatment with immunoglobulin and aspirin reduces heart complications in children with Kawasaki disease.
research Androgenic disorders of women: Diagnostic and therapeutic decision making
The document concludes that proper diagnosis and tailored long-term treatment can effectively manage androgenic disorders in women, improving patient care outcomes.
research Skin diseases in consequence of endocrine alterations
Hormone imbalances can cause skin diseases, and understanding these links is important for diagnosis and treatment.
research Sebaceous gland abnormalities in fatty acyl CoA reductase 2 (Far2) null mice result in primary cicatricial alopecia
Deleting the Far2 gene in mice causes sebaceous gland issues and patchy hair loss.
research The Effect of Alfacalcidiol and Metformin on Phenotype Manifestations in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome – a Preliminary Study
Alfacalcidiol and metformin together lowered testosterone in women with PCOS, but did not significantly improve acne, hair growth, or pregnancy rates.
research Hair follicle characteristics as early marker of Type 2 Diabetes
Hair characteristics might be early signs of Type 2 Diabetes and could help with early prevention.
research Atherogenic index of plasma in non-obese women with androgenetic alopecia
Non-obese women with hair loss have higher heart disease risk.
research Anaemia and skin disease
Some skin diseases and anaemia are related, and treating the skin condition can often improve the anaemia.
research Loss‐of‐function of Endothelin receptor type A results in Oro‐Oto‐Cardiac syndrome
A mutation in the EDNRA gene causes Oro-Oto-Cardiac syndrome, affecting face and heart development.
research Endoplasmic reticulum stress at the crossroads of progeria and atherosclerosis
A defective protein in progeria causes cell death and atherosclerosis, but a treatment targeting cell stress may reduce these effects.
research The effects of oestrogens on linear bone growth
Estrogens are key for bone growth spurts in both boys and girls and affect growth into adulthood.
research Endocrine treatment of benign prostatichypertrophy: Current concepts
New hormonal treatments for enlarged prostate show promise for safer, effective non-surgical options.
research The effects of topical diazoxide on hair follicular growth and physiology of the stumptailed macaque
Diazoxide applied to the skin can increase hair growth without harmful side effects.
research The effect of alfacalcidiol and metformin on metabolic disturbances in women with polycystic ovary syndrome
Metformin effectively improves metabolic symptoms in women with PCOS, while alfacalcidiol does not have a significant impact.
research Transcriptional Profiling in Rat Hair Follicles following Simulated Blast Insult: A New Diagnostic Tool for Traumatic Brain Injury
Hair follicles can help diagnose traumatic brain injury quickly and non-invasively.
research Choice of treatment for women with polycystic ovary syndrome
The conclusion is that metformin is a first-line treatment for PCOS, particularly for restoring ovulation and increasing pregnancy rates, with other treatments depending on specific symptoms.
research Differentiation of Human Dermal Mesenchymal Stem Cells into Cardiomyocytes by Treatment with 5-Azacytidine: Concept for Regenerative Therapy in Myocardial Infarction
Skin stem cells were turned into heart cells using a chemical, suggesting a new way to treat heart attacks.
research Oral administration of berberine represses macrophage activation-associated benign prostatic hyperplasia: a pivotal involvement of the NF-κB
Berberine may reduce prostate enlargement by blocking inflammation.
research Metabolic Effect at Six and Twelve Months of Cyproterone Acetate (2 mg) Combined with Ethinyl Estradiol (35 μg) in 31 Patients
The medication combination did not affect glucose tolerance but increased some cholesterol levels due to its estrogen component.
research Safety and efficacy of transdermal testosterone for treatment of hypoactive sexual desire disorder
Transdermal testosterone can improve sexual desire in postmenopausal women but lacks long-term safety data and is not FDA-approved for this use.
research Human skin
Estrogen deficiency, like after menopause or certain surgeries, leads to faster skin aging and health issues.
research Endocrinology & Metabolism News, August 2005
Finasteride causes temporary cell death in BPH tissues.
research An update of polycystic ovary syndrome: causes and therapeutics options
Polycystic ovary syndrome, a disorder causing menstrual issues and infertility, can be treated with lifestyle changes, medication, herbal remedies, surgery, and assisted reproductive techniques like artificial insemination and IVF.
research Insulin Resistance, Hyperandrogenism, and Its Associated Symptoms Are the Precipitating Factors for Depression in Women With Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Depression in women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is linked to insulin resistance and hyperandrogenism, and managing these can help reduce depression. Lifestyle changes and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy can be effective treatments.
research No. 350-Hirsutism: Evaluation and Treatment
The conclusion is that proper diagnosis and long-term treatment, including medication, hair removal, and lifestyle changes, are important for improving hirsutism, especially in PCOS patients.
research Anti-Androgen Treatment of Hirsute Women: A Study on Stress Responses
The treatment reduced hair growth and testosterone in women with excess hair and had some effects on stress responses.