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      Hirsutism and Acne in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

      research Hirsutism and acne in polycystic ovary syndrome

      169 citations , August 2004 in “Baillière's best practice & research. Clinical obstetrics & gynaecology/Baillière's best practice and research in clinical obstetrics and gynaecology”
      Lower doses of treatments for hirsutism and acne in PCOS are effective and cause fewer side effects.
      Adult Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Begins in Childhood

      research Adult polycystic ovary syndrome begins in childhood

      124 citations , June 2002 in “Best Practice & Research Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism”
      Polycystic Ovary Syndrome likely starts in childhood and may be genetic and influenced by early hormone exposure.
      Acne: Hormonal Concepts and Therapy

      research Acne: Hormonal concepts and therapy

      118 citations , September 2004 in “Clinics in Dermatology”
      Hormones, especially androgens, play a big role in acne, but most acne sufferers don't have a hormone disorder. Hormonal treatments, including birth control pills, can be very effective for women whose acne doesn't improve with regular treatments.
      Hormonal Therapy for Acne

      research Hormonal Therapy for Acne

      96 citations , September 2008 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery”
      Hormonal treatments, including birth control and antiandrogens, can effectively treat acne in women.
      Female Pattern Hair Loss

      research Female pattern hair loss

      86 citations , July 2002 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology”
      FPHL is a common, age-related, genetic hair loss with unclear causes and limited treatment options.
      Acne

      research Acne

      81 citations , January 2002 in “American journal of clinical dermatology”
      Hormonal treatments can help with acne, especially in women, by lowering androgen levels or blocking their effects.
      Dermatology of Androgen-Related Disorders

      research Dermatology of androgen-related disorders

      67 citations , July 2006 in “Clinics in Dermatology”
      Androgens cause skin issues like acne and hair growth in women, often due to PCOS, and can be treated with medication and lifestyle changes.
      Medical Treatment of Hirsutism

      research Medical treatment of hirsutism

      66 citations , September 2008 in “Dermatologic therapy”
      The conclusion is that the best initial treatment for hirsutism is usually oral contraceptives, with the addition of antiandrogens or insulin sensitizers if needed, and topical eflornithine or laser treatments as supplementary options.
      Idiopathic Hirsutism: Androgen Role and Treatment Options

      research Idiopathic Hirsutism*

      47 citations , August 2000 in “Endocrine Reviews”
      The document concludes that more research is needed to understand excessive hair growth in women with normal hormone levels and regular ovulation.
      Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Its Differential Diagnosis

      research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Its Differential Diagnosis

      42 citations , January 2006 in “Obstetrical & Gynecological Survey”
      The document concludes that correct diagnosis and management of PCOS are important, and more research is needed on its risks and treatments.
      Management of Androgenetic Alopecia

      research Management of androgenetic alopecia

      40 citations , May 1999 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”
      Treat hair loss with finasteride, minoxidil, or surgery; consider side effects and severity.
      Hair Problems in Women: A 1997 Study on Prevalence, Psychological Impact, and Treatment Approaches

      research Hair problems in women

      37 citations , January 1997 in “Clinics in Dermatology”
      Hair problems are common and distressing for women, but increasing knowledge of treatments offers hope.
      The Clinical Management of Hirsutism

      research The clinical management of hirsutism

      30 citations , April 1997 in “European journal of endocrinology”
      The document concludes that managing hirsutism involves identifying the cause, using a scoring system for severity, combining cosmetic and medical treatments, encouraging weight loss, and providing psychological support, while noting the need for more research on drug treatments.
      Management of Unwanted Hair in Females

      research Management of unwanted hair in females

      27 citations , December 2001 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology”
      Different hair removal methods have pros and cons, and more evidence is needed to prove laser treatments work.
      Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Clinical Aspects

      research Polycystic ovary syndrome: Clinical aspects

      27 citations , April 1996 in “Baillière's clinical endocrinology and metabolism”
      The document says that understanding the causes of PCOS is important for treatment, especially in distinguishing the syndrome from just having cystic ovaries, and that losing weight is key for obese women with PCOS.
      Hormonal Therapies for Acne

      research Hormonal therapies for acne

      26 citations , October 2016 in “Clinics in Dermatology”
      Hormonal treatments can improve acne, but they come with potential side effects and risks.
      Hormone Therapy in Acne

      research Hormone therapy in acne

      24 citations , January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology”
      Hormonal treatment is effective for women with acne not helped by usual treatments, especially if they have hormonal imbalances.
      The Modern Management of Hirsutism

      research The modern management of hirsutism

      19 citations , September 2004 in “Reviews in gynaecological practice”
      Effective hirsutism management requires identifying the cause, combining new and traditional treatments, and setting realistic expectations for patients.