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      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.
      The Role of Micronutrients in Alopecia Areata: A Review

      research The Role of Micronutrients in Alopecia Areata: A Review

      63 citations , May 2017 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology”
      People with alopecia areata often have lower levels of vitamin D, zinc, and folate, but more research is needed to understand if supplements can help treat it.
      Biology of Hair Growth

      research Biology of Hair Growth

      46 citations , May 1986 in “Seminars in Reproductive Medicine”
      Testosterone and dihydrotestosterone affect hair growth, and new techniques like the folliculogram help study it, but fully understanding hair growth is still complex.
      Systematic Approach to Hair Loss in Women

      research Systematic approach to hair loss in women

      45 citations , March 2010 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft”
      A systematic approach is crucial for managing hair loss in women.
      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.
      Hirsutism

      research Hirsutism

      37 citations , December 2007 in “International journal of clinical practice”
      Hirsutism is excessive male-pattern hair growth in women, often caused by hormonal imbalances, and requires ongoing treatment to manage.
      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 Hair Loss in Women

      research Management of Hair Loss in Women

      29 citations , January 1993 in “Dermatologic Clinics”
      Certain medications and maintaining adequate iron levels can help manage women's hair loss.
      Clinical Applications of Antiandrogens

      research Clinical applications of antiandrogens

      29 citations , October 1988 in “Journal of Steroid Biochemistry”
      Antiandrogens are effective for conditions like prostate cancer and skin issues, but more research is needed to confirm their benefits and minimize side effects.
      Androgenetic Alopecia: In Vivo Models

      research Androgenetic Alopecia: In Vivo Models

      27 citations , October 1999 in “Experimental and Molecular Pathology”
      Stump-tailed macaque best for researching hair loss causes and treatments.
      Androgen Antagonists in Androgen Target Tissues

      research Androgen antagonists in androgen target tissues

      27 citations , January 1984 in “Pharmacology & Therapeutics”
      Antiandrogens have important biological effects, but more research is needed to understand them fully and compare their effectiveness and side effects to other treatments.
      Measurement of Hair Growth

      research Measurement of hair growth

      26 citations , March 1986 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology”
      Scalp hair grows at 0.37 mm/day, forearm hair at 0.18 mm/day, and thigh hair at 0.30 mm/day, with no significant differences found in people with certain hair conditions.
      Hair Loss and Hirsutism in the Elderly

      research Hair Loss and Hirsutism in the Elderly

      22 citations , February 2002 in “Clinics in Geriatric Medicine”
      Many elderly women experience unwanted facial hair and various hair loss conditions, with treatments available for each condition.
      Interventions for Female Pattern Hair Loss

      research Interventions for female pattern hair loss

      21 citations , May 2016 in “The Cochrane library”
      Topical minoxidil helps treat female pattern hair loss, but more research needed for other treatments.
      Systemic Causes of Hair Loss

      research Systemic causes of hair loss

      18 citations , May 2016 in “Annals of Medicine”
      The article concludes that correctly diagnosing systemic causes of hair loss requires a detailed clinical evaluation and a systematic diagnostic approach.