May 2025 in “Indian Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology Research” The Free Androgen Index is important for diagnosing PCOS due to its strong link with symptoms and risk factors.
April 2025 in “Journal of Neonatal Surgery” PCOS is best managed with a personalized mix of lifestyle changes, medication, and herbal remedies.
December 2024 in “Research Journal for Social Affairs” PCOS causes hormonal issues and infertility, with treatment options including medication and lifestyle changes.
December 2024 in “African Journal of Biomedical Research” Combining lifestyle changes and medication is most effective for managing PCOS symptoms.
Androstenedione is better than testosterone for diagnosing PCOS in Indian women.
January 2024 in “Journal of surgical case reports” Removing an adrenal tumor can significantly reduce high androgen levels in postmenopausal women.
January 2023 in “Dermatologic Therapy” The nutritional supplement Pilopeptan® WOMAN improved hair growth and thickness in women with hair loss.
April 2022 in “Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology” PSA can help diagnose high androgen levels in women.
April 2022 in “Our Dermatology Online” A woman had unusual hair growth on one side of her chin without a known cause.
December 2021 in “Journal of oncology research reviews & reports” Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) can lead to diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and mental health problems.
October 2021 in “Meditsinskiy sovet = Medical Council” Cyproterone acetate improves skin symptoms and quality of life in women with androgen-related issues.
April 2020 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” Non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia (NCCAH) can mimic PCOS and requires genetic testing for proper diagnosis and treatment.
January 2019 in “Paëmi Sino” Women with keloid scars often have acne and hair loss, especially those with "true" keloids, indicating a possible hormonal imbalance.
November 2016 in “Endocrinology&Metabolism International Journal” PCOS has no cure, but treatments can manage symptoms and improve health.
April 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” People with lichen planopilaris often have seborrheic dermatitis, which can delay the diagnosis of lichen planopilaris.
A new mutation in the CYP11B1 gene was found in a woman with mild hyperandrogenemia, a rare cause of non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia.
December 2015 in “Revista Chilena de Dermatología” El Síndrome de Ovario Poliquístico causa problemas de piel como acné y es importante reconocerlo temprano para tratarlo.
June 2013 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” The article concludes that hormonal therapy is an effective long-term acne treatment, even for those without hormonal imbalances.
A young woman with kidney failure had hair loss due to a common hormonal disorder, which improved with hormone therapy.
June 2003 in “Obstetrical & Gynecological Survey” After chemotherapy for a gestational trophoblastic tumor, normal pregnancy rates are possible, but there's a slightly higher risk of the tumor reoccurring in future pregnancies.
April 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Some treatments work better for different types of hair loss, and nutrients like iron and L-lysine are important for preventing hair loss.
July 2002 in “JOGC/Journal of obstetrics and gynaecology Canada” Birth control pills help treat acne, especially when caused by excess male hormones, and are safe to use with antibiotics.
January 2001 in “Cambridge University Press eBooks” Early signs of PCOS in girls, like irregular periods and polycystic ovaries, suggest a need for early diagnosis and intervention to prevent further health issues.
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October 1983 in “Archives of Dermatology” Some women with acne have higher levels of free testosterone, which might suggest using hormonal treatments for acne.
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March 2013 in “Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention” Early-onset baldness is linked to a higher risk of aggressive prostate cancer in African-American men, especially before age 60.
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September 2017 in “Pharmacoepidemiology and Drug Safety” The use of Diane-35 and its generics significantly decreased in the Netherlands.
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October 2016 in “Contraception” The medication cyproterone acetate/ethinylestradiol is usually prescribed correctly for acne after other treatments don't work.
November 2004 in “Medical Journal of Indonesia” Hormonal imbalances can cause skin and hair problems in women, and treatments that block male hormones can help.
June 1995 in “International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics” Women with hair loss have higher androgen levels, while men with early balding have altered androgen ratios.
March 2023 in “Civil Medical Journal” Androgenetic alopecia in Nepalese men often starts around age 29, with a possible link to COVID-19 worsening the condition.