research Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
The French Endocrine Society suggests diagnosing PCOS with two of three signs, recommends lifestyle changes and clomiphene for treatment, and calls for more research on certain treatments and tests.
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research Management of androgenetic alopecia
Treat hair loss with finasteride, minoxidil, or surgery; consider side effects and severity.
research Oral Contraceptives and Cyproterone Acetate in Female Acne Treatment
Birth control pills and cyproterone acetate can help treat acne in women, especially when linked to hormonal issues.
research Relative Safety and Efficacy of Finasteride for Treatment of Hirsutism
Finasteride reduces hirsutism effectively with fewer side effects but is a second-choice treatment due to safety concerns.
research Phenotypic comparison of Caucasian and Asian women with polycystic ovary syndrome: a cross-sectional study
Caucasian and Asian women with PCOS generally show similar symptoms, except Asian women have less chest hair.
research Polycystic ovary syndrome and risks for COVID-19 infection: A comprehensive review
Women with PCOS have a higher risk of severe COVID-19 due to related health issues.
research Is polycystic ovary syndrome a sexual conflict? A review
The conclusion suggests that PCOS may persist due to genetic traits that, while harmful for female fertility, could have provided survival and reproductive benefits to males.
research Candidate SNP markers of reproductive potential are predicted by a significant change in the affinity of TATA-binding protein for human gene promoters
Certain genetic markers linked to reproductive potential were identified by their impact on a protein's ability to bind to genes.
research Is there association between thyroid stimulating hormone levels and the four phenotypes in polycystic ovary syndrome?
Higher thyroid hormone levels may be linked to certain types of polycystic ovary syndrome.
research New onset alopecia and hirsutism in a postmenopausal women
A postmenopausal woman's hair loss and excess hair growth improved after surgery for ovarian hyperthecosis.
research Polycystic ovary syndrome
PCOS is a common hormonal disorder in women, treated with lifestyle changes, medication, and patient education.
research Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: Exploring Hypertension and Cardiometabolic Implications
PCOS may increase the risk of high blood pressure and heart issues.
research Skin manifestations of endocrine diseases
Hormone imbalances from endocrine diseases can cause various skin conditions that help diagnose and treat these diseases early.
research Improving Rural Nurse Practitioner Knowledge About Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Through Continuing Education
Continuing education programs significantly increased rural nurse practitioners' knowledge about PCOS.
research An adolescent girl with coexisting ovarian mature cystic teratoma and HAIR-AN syndrome, an extreme subtype of polycystic ovarian syndrome
A teenage girl had both a rare ovarian tumor and a severe form of polycystic ovarian syndrome.
research A study of clinical and investigational profile of hirsute women at a tertiary care center in Western India
Idiopathic hirsutism is the most common cause of hirsutism in women, followed by PCOS.
research A study of androgenic signs and disorders in Greek female patients with acne
Almost 40% of Greek women with acne show signs of androgen-related disorders, with adult women more likely affected.
research Hyperandrogenism: Acne and Hirsutism
Personalized treatment is crucial for women with hyperandrogenism-related acne and hirsutism.
research The Relationship Between Acne and Other Hyperandrogenism Signs
Acne is strongly linked to high BMI, hair loss, menstrual issues, family history, and eating too many sweets and fatty foods, but not to excessive hair growth.
research Ovarian Stromal Hyperthecosis and Hyperandrogenemia Refractory to Hormonal Suppression
Removing both ovaries may better treat increased male hormone levels and related symptoms in postmenopausal women when hormone therapy doesn't work.
research Case 33-2015
The woman's surgery lowered her testosterone and improved scalp hair loss but did not change her excessive body hair.
research The Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Acne
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) often leads to severe acne, and lifestyle changes and hormonal treatments can help manage it.
research Recognizing polycystic ovary syndrome in the primary care setting
Doctors should recognize and treat PCOS early in primary care to manage symptoms and lower risk of other health issues.
research Role of Metformin in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): Related Infertility
Metformin helps reduce PCOS-related infertility by improving insulin sensitivity and inducing ovulation.
research Hyperandrogenism: Acne and Hirsutism
Hyperandrogenism in women often causes acne and excess hair, treatable with personalized plans including weight loss, hair removal, and medications.
research Postmenopausal hyperandrogenism due to an ovarian sex cord-stromal tumour causing elevated dehydroepiandrosterone sulphate: a case report
An ovarian tumor can cause high male hormones in postmenopausal women.
research Comment on “Androgens and women: COVID‐19 outcomes in women with acne vulgaris, polycystic ovarian syndrome, and hirsutism”
Women with conditions like PCOS may have a higher risk of COVID-19, but treatments like isotretinoin could help those with acne.
research Hair loss is an important symptom of the menopause
Many women experience significant hair loss during menopause, and topical minoxidil is an effective treatment.
research Hyperandrogenism: Acne and Hirsutism
Hyperandrogenism in women often causes acne and excess hair, treatable with lifestyle changes and medications.
research Treatment guidelines in adult women
Hormonal therapy is effective for treating acne in adult women, especially with signs of high androgen levels.