research Secondary Amenorrhea and Clinical Hyperandrogenism in a 34-Year-Old Female: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome or Not?
The woman's symptoms were due to an androgen-secreting tumor, not PCOS.
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870-900 / 1000+ resultsresearch The effects of two doses of spironolactone on serum androgens and anagen hair in hirsute women
Spironolactone reduced hair thickness and some testosterone levels in women with excessive hair growth.
research American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists Medical Guidelines for Clinical Practice for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Hyperandrogenic Disorders
The guidelines help doctors diagnose and treat hormone-related disorders in women.
research Prevalence, Phenotypes, and Comorbidities of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Among Indian Women
PCOS is common among Indian women, often with metabolic issues, needing better management strategies.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and NC-CAH: Distinct Characteristics and Common Findings. A Systematic Review
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is common in women with conditions like anovulation, hirsutism, hair loss, and type 2 diabetes, and it can lead to health risks like heart disease, obesity, insulin resistance, and depression. Non-Classic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (NC-CAH) is also discussed.
research Inflammatory perspectives of polycystic ovary syndrome: role of specific mediators and markers
PCOS is linked to inflammation, and certain markers could help in its treatment.
research CRF Receptor Antagonist Astressin-B Reverses and Prevents Alopecia in CRF Over-Expressing Mice
Astressin-B can reverse and prevent hair loss in stressed mice.
research Novel insights into the molecular mechanisms underlying generalized glucocorticoid resistance and hypersensitivity syndromes
Genetic defects in the glucocorticoid receptor gene can cause conditions with abnormal sensitivity to stress hormones, and other factors may also affect this sensitivity.
research Recent advances in the molecular mechanisms causing primary generalized glucocorticoid resistance
Mutations in the NR3C1 gene cause a rare condition that affects hormone signaling and can lead to various symptoms, with dexamethasone as a treatment option.
research Molecular Basis of Androgenetic Alopecia
research Hyperandrogenism Due to a Testosterone-Secreting Sertoli-Leydig Cell Tumor Associated With a Dehydroepiandrosterone Sulfate-Secreting Adrenal Adenoma in a Postmenopausal Woman: Case Presentation and Review of Literature
research Ovarian steroid cell tumor (not otherwise specified) with subsequent spontaneous pregnancy after tumor removal: a case report and literature review
After tumor removal, the woman regained normal hormone levels, menstruated, and had a healthy baby.
research Efficacy of Glycyrrhetinic Acid in the Treatment of Acne Vulgaris Based on Network Pharmacology and Experimental Validation
Glycyrrhetinic acid from licorice may help treat acne by reducing inflammation and oil production.
research Diagnosis, Pathogenesis and Management of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Lifestyle changes and insulin-sensitizing drugs are effective for managing PCOS.
research Prolactin: A Mammalian Stress Hormone and Its Role in Cutaneous Pathophysiology
Prolactin affects skin health and may lead to new treatments for skin and hair issues.
research Late bedtime was associated with increased androgen and reduced lean mass in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: a cross-sectional study
Going to bed late may increase hormones and decrease muscle in women with PCOS.
research Acquired 11β-hydroxylase Deficiency by Inhaled Etomidate and its Analogues: A Mimic of Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
Inhaled substances in e-cigarettes can cause hormone imbalances similar to congenital adrenal hyperplasia.
research The Use of Ovarian Vein Sampling to Lateralize a Virilizing Leydig Cell Ovarian Tumor
Ovarian vein sampling can effectively locate ovarian tumors when imaging is unclear.
research The effects of magnesium supplementation on abnormal uterine bleeding, alopecia, quality of life, and acne in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: a randomized clinical trial
Magnesium supplements improved quality of life for women with polycystic ovary syndrome, but didn't help with acne, hair loss, or abnormal bleeding.
research Feminizing Adrenocortical Carcinoma Without Gynecomastia
A man with a rare adrenal cancer showed unusual symptoms and died four months after diagnosis.
research A Comprehensive Review of GWASs of Human Hair Traits
Genetic studies on hair traits can improve understanding of health and disease.
research Exploring Hirsutism: Epidemiology, Associated Endocrinal Abnormalities, and Societal Challenges in GCC—A Narrative Review
Hirsutism in GCC countries is influenced by genetics, obesity, and lifestyle, with cultural stigma delaying treatment, highlighting the need for tailored health strategies.
research A guide to diagnosis and management of hypertrichosis
Hypertrichosis involves excessive hair growth and needs careful diagnosis and treatment, considering its psychological effects.
research Practical approaches to the use of markers of biochemical hyperandrogenism in women
Accurate diagnosis and treatment of hyperandrogenism in women require comprehensive evaluation of symptoms and hormone levels.
research Lifestyle Diseases and the Hair Growth Cycle: A multidisciplinary approach using Nourkrin® with Marilex®, a proteoglycan replacement therapy, for anagen induction and maintenance
The study suggests that treating early hair loss with Nourkrin® with Marilex® can help prevent further hair loss and may be linked to reducing the risk of lifestyle diseases.
research Clinical characteristics and factors associated with different BASP subtypes of androgenetic alopecia
Androgenetic alopecia is linked to factors like age, family hair loss history, diet, and health conditions.
research Skin as a Metabolic Organ: Dermatologic Markers of Morbid Obesity and Their Role in Risk Stratification and Treatment Monitoring
Skin changes in obesity can indicate metabolic issues but aren't reliable for assessing risk or monitoring treatment.
research Genotype–Phenotype Correlation in Children With Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia due to 21‐Hydroxylase Deficiency Using Next Generation Sequencing
Severe genetic variants in children with a specific adrenal condition match predicted symptoms well, but milder variants do not.
research Diagnosis of polycystic ovaries syndrome: establishment of reference values of nine hormones on Maglumi X- 8
Reference values for nine hormones were established to help diagnose PCOS.
research A Decade With Sheehan's Syndrome: A Case Report and Personal Experience.
Early diagnosis and management of Sheehan's syndrome are crucial for improving quality of life and fertility.