30 citations
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February 2016 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Some medications can reduce excessive hair growth in women, but more research is needed to find the best treatment combinations.
19 citations
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January 1997 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Most treatments for hair loss in 1997 were not effective for most people, and maintaining hair growth was difficult.
7 citations
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May 2014 in “Iranian Red Crescent medical journal” Laser hair removal is effective for hirsutism when combined with treatment for the underlying causes.
7 citations
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September 1988 in “Baillière's clinical obstetrics and gynaecology” Cyproterone acetate is effective for treating hirsutism and acne in women by blocking androgens in the skin and also works as a contraceptive.
4 citations
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January 1991 in “Journal of obstetrics and gynaecology” The photographic method accurately measures hair growth and both treatments effectively reduced hair growth in hirsute women.
3 citations
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May 2002 in “Therapeutische Umschau” The document concluded that cyproterone acetate and minoxidil are effective for female hair loss, and a supportive doctor-patient relationship is important.
3 citations
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July 1993 in “Contraception” Women with moderate body hair have higher levels of certain hormones and may benefit from treatment that increases sex hormone-binding protein.
3 citations
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January 1985 in “PubMed” Hormonal birth control can cause skin issues, but low-dose options and those with antiandrogens may reduce these effects.
2 citations
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February 2003 in “Obstetrical & Gynecological Survey” Most antiandrogen treatments effectively reduce acne in hyperandrogenic women, but finasteride is the least effective.
2 citations
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October 1988 in “Steroids” Certain hormone treatments can increase SBP levels and help with mild body hair growth.
Women with PCOS often face menstrual issues, weight gain, and stress, affecting their quality of life.
October 2021 in “Meditsinskiy sovet = Medical Council” Cyproterone acetate improves skin symptoms and quality of life in women with androgen-related issues.
April 2018 in “International journal of innovative research in medical science” Neem and Zanjabeel are as effective as standard drugs for treating hirsutism in PCOD patients.
November 2011 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” Oral contraceptives can help manage acne by reducing androgen levels.
19 citations
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March 1987 in “International Journal of Dermatology” A drug called cimetidine can help treat hair loss in women by blocking androgen receptors. However, it's not the first choice and needs more research.
1 citations
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January 2009 in “PubMed” PCOS affects many women and can cause various health issues, with several treatments available.
November 2025 in “Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews” Cyproterone acetate works similarly to other treatments for hirsutism, but more research is needed.
1 citations
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November 2019 in “Archives of breast cancer” Some hormone treatments might raise breast cancer risk, while others don't seem to.
6 citations
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March 2012 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The oral contraceptive improved hair and skin quality in women.
18 citations
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August 1985 in “European journal of endocrinology” Cyproterone acetate is effective for treating hirsutism, but some patients may feel worse on low-dose maintenance therapy.
4 citations
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September 2011 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Ethinylestradiol/chlormadinone acetate may be an effective and well-tolerated treatment for skin conditions caused by excess androgens.
113 citations
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April 1999 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” Cyproterone acetate-estrogen most effective for hirsutism, but consider side effects and patient needs.
23 citations
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April 1999 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” All treatments reduce hair growth; low dose flutamide most effective with fewer side effects.
5 citations
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December 2014 in “Medicine and Pharmacy Reports” Ciproterone acetate improves hair regrowth and acne in most female patients.
36 citations
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May 2017 in “The journal of sexual medicine” Cyproterone acetate treatment is safe and causes mild feminization, which increases with added estrogen.
149 citations
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June 2002 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Minoxidil works better for female hair loss, but cyproterone reduces scalp oiliness and causes menstrual issues.
83 citations
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April 1992 in “Clinical Endocrinology” Having enough iron improves the effectiveness of a specific hair loss treatment in women.
59 citations
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February 2021 in “BMJ” High doses of cyproterone acetate increase the risk of brain tumors in women, but the risk decreases after stopping the medication.
1 citations
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May 2001 in “Pharmacology & Toxicology” Cyproterone acetate may cause liver cancer at high doses, but is considered safe at recommended doses for approved uses.
January 2024 in “Pharmaceutical medicine” Most European physicians know the risks and safe use of Cyproterone acetate, but few remember receiving official safety communications.