September 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” ICI therapy increases the risk of gastrointestinal and endocrine issues in psoriasis patients.
February 2013 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Hair loss is a common, often overlooked side effect of hormone treatments for breast and prostate cancer.
Cyproterone acetate is an effective treatment for women with acne, hair loss, and excessive hair growth.
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April 2003 in “Endocrine Reviews” Androgens and DHEA can help prevent breast cancer and improve health in women.
100 citations
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July 2004 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” Hormones like estrogen, testosterone, progesterone, and prolactin play complex roles in female sexual function, with testosterone potentially improving sexual desire, arousal, and satisfaction. However, more research is needed to establish safe and effective hormone treatments for female sexual dysfunction.
February 2026 in “International Journal on Science and Technology” Vitex negundo may help treat PCOD, but more human studies are needed.
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May 2009 in “Sexual and Relationship Therapy” The document concludes that hormone therapy is essential for treating gender dysphoria, with specific drugs and monitoring protocols recommended for safety and effectiveness.
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October 2004 in “Pharmacotherapy” Peginterferon alfa-2b and ribavirin therapy for hepatitis C can cause serious side effects, some different from those reported in clinical trials.
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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.
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January 2004 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Skin problems in older people can indicate hormonal diseases, nutritional deficiencies, or conditions like diabetes, menopause, and HIV.
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January 2015 in “Journal of Pigmentary Disorders” Melasma is a skin condition linked to female hormones, genetics, UV exposure, and certain medications, but not to pituitary, adrenal, or thyroid diseases.
April 2020 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” Block and replace therapy improved symptoms in recurrent cyclic Cushing’s disease.
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December 2015 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Diabetes can lead to blindness and skin problems, and managing blood sugar and blood pressure is crucial to prevent these complications.
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July 1998 in “Urology” Liarozole may be more effective than cyproterone acetate for treating advanced prostate cancer, with better PSA response and survival rates, while maintaining quality of life.
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March 2019 in “JAMA Dermatology” Hair regrowth treatments had modest benefits for patients with long-term hair loss after chemotherapy.
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August 2024 in “Breast Cancer Research and Treatment” Oral minoxidil effectively improves hair regrowth in cancer survivors with late alopecia.
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September 2024 in “Journal of Comparative Effectiveness Research” Palbociclib generally maintains or improves quality of life in advanced breast cancer patients.
4 citations
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October 2018 in “Asia-Pacific Journal of Clinical Oncology” CDK4/6 inhibitors have improved treatment outcomes for certain advanced breast cancer patients.
4 citations
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November 2021 in “Cancers” The document concludes that understanding and managing hair loss in cancer patients is important, and more research is needed for better treatments.
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May 2019 in “Journal of Clinical Oncology” Some breast cancer treatments cause hair loss similar to male pattern baldness, which can be improved with minoxidil.
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June 2022 in “Journal of Clinical Oncology” Oral minoxidil may help hair regrowth in female cancer survivors.
February 2022 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Certain nutraceuticals may enhance hair growth without affecting the cancer-fighting properties of tamoxifen.
December 2021 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Hair growth-promoting nutraceuticals do not block the cancer-fighting effects of tamoxifen and may enhance its action.
Certain drugs can worsen hair loss in people prone to androgenetic alopecia.
February 2013 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Hair loss is a common side effect of hormone treatments for cancer.
March 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Low-dose oral minoxidil improved hair growth when topical treatments failed.
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August 2020 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” PCOS affects health and quality of life, with effective treatments available and a need for more research on alternative therapies.
77 citations
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March 2001 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Androgenetic alopecia involves genetics, hormones, and can be treated with medications or surgery.
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November 2009 in “Medical Clinics of North America” Hormones, especially androgens, play a key role in acne, which can be a symptom of systemic diseases like PCOS and may require targeted treatment.
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July 1984 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Antiandrogen therapy helped increase hair growth in women with hormonal imbalances related to baldness.