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Finasteride for female hair loss has low side effects, more research needed.
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research Sleep disorders and psychological comorbidities in women with polycystic ovary syndrome – a cross-sectional study
Women with PCOS often have sleep and mental health issues, especially if overweight or insulin resistant.
research Effects of a New Topical Treatment Containing Several Hair Growth Promoters in Women with Early Female Pattern Hair Loss
New treatment reduces hair shedding and increases hair density in women with early hair loss.
research Long-term treatment with finasteride induces apoptosis and pathological changes in female mice
Finasteride causes harmful organ changes in female mice.
research Obesity and hyperandrogenism are implicated with anxiety, depression and food cravings in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
Managing emotional distress, obesity, insulin resistance, and high male hormones is crucial for improving well-being in women with PCOS.
research Clinical, trichoscopic, and folliscopic identification of the impact of metabolic syndrome on the response to intradermal dutasteride 0.02% injection in patients with female pattern hair loss: a prospective cohort study
Metabolic syndrome reduces effectiveness of hair loss treatment.
research Descriptive analysis of whole blood concentrations of toxic, essential, and trace elements in adult females from the MIREC-ENDO study
Most women had adequate essential elements except zinc, and lead levels were higher in peri-/post-menopausal women.
research Care pathways of children and adolescents referred to specialist gender services: a systematic review
Many children and teens referred to gender services receive hormone treatments, but more research is needed on their long-term care and outcomes.
research Female pattern hair loss, biological ageing and the Leiden Longevity study
Women with aging signs and heart issues have higher hair loss risk, which may predict shorter lifespan and affect attractiveness.
research Female androgenetic alopecia
Women with hair loss have higher heart disease risk and unhealthy cholesterol levels.
research Retinol-binding protein 4, leptin, and insulin resistance in idiopathic hirsutism and hirsute women with polycystic ovary syndrome
Women with idiopathic hirsutism and PCOS have higher RBP4 levels, and PCOS is linked to greater insulin resistance; weight management may help both conditions.
research Ciclosporin-Induced Generalised Hypertrichosis in a Transgender Woman Receiving Testosterone Blockers
Ciclosporin can cause excessive hair growth even with testosterone blockers.
research Long COVID in vaccinated women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A retrospective cohort pilot study
Vaccination helps reduce long COVID symptoms in women with PCOS.
research Peer Review #4 of "The mediation role of sleep on the relationship between drinks behavior and female androgenetic alopecia (v0.1)"
Drinking sweetened tea and late bedtimes increase the risk of hair loss in women.
research Peer Review #7 of "The mediation role of sleep on the relationship between drinks behavior and female androgenetic alopecia (v0.1)"
Drinking sweetened tea and poor sleep habits increase the risk of hair loss in women.
research Peer Review #3 of "The mediation role of sleep on the relationship between drinks behavior and female androgenetic alopecia (v0.1)"
Drinking sweetened tea and poor sleep habits may increase the risk of hair loss in women.
research Peer Review #7 of "The mediation role of sleep on the relationship between drinks behavior and female androgenetic alopecia (v0.2)"
Drinking sweetened tea and late bedtimes increase the risk of hair loss in women.
research Peer Review #6 of "The mediation role of sleep on the relationship between drinks behavior and female androgenetic alopecia (v0.1)"
Drinking sweetened tea and poor sleep increase the risk of hair loss in women.
research Self-esteem and body image satisfaction in women with PCOS in the Middle East: Cross-sectional social media study
Women with PCOS have lower self-esteem and body image satisfaction.
research Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy Among Transgender and Gender Diverse Patients Receiving Laser Hair Removal Prior to Gender-Affirming Surgery
Most transgender patients getting laser hair removal before gender-affirming surgery are already on hormone therapy, which might affect the hair removal process.
research Distinguishing Gender Identity From Biological Sex in Dermatologic Health Care: Methods, Harms, and Paths Forward (Preprint)
Accurate gender and sex assessment in dermatology is essential for respectful and precise patient care.
research Women Also Use 5α-Reductase Inhibitors—Reply
Women also use 5α-reductase inhibitors, and their effects differ from men.
research Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Sleep Quality in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Cross-sectional Study
Women with PCOS often have sleep problems, including sleep apnea, which are linked to obesity and depression.
research Lyophilized growth factor intralesional injection in female pattern hair loss: A clinical and trichoscopic study
Injections improve hair growth, density, and thickness in women safely.
research Retrospective Analysis of Nutrition Status for Asian Female Pattern Hair Loss Patients
Iron and zinc deficiencies may be treated to help female hair loss.
research Global Adiposity Rather Than Abnormal Regional Fat Distribution Characterizes Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with PCOS have overall higher body fat, not abnormal fat placement, and more insulin resistance.
research Reproductive dysfunction in women with epilepsy: recommendations for evaluation and management
Women with epilepsy should be monitored for reproductive issues, which can be caused by epilepsy or its treatments, especially when using valproate.
research Serum Levels of Retinol-Binding Protein 4 and Adiponectin in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Associations with Visceral Fat But No Evidence for Fat Mass-Independent Effects on Pathogenesis in This Condition
Women with PCOS have similar levels of certain proteins compared to women without PCOS, and these proteins don't independently cause PCOS.
research Presence of polycystic ovary syndrome is associated with longer anogenital distance in adult Mediterranean women
Women with polycystic ovary syndrome tend to have a longer distance between the clitoris and anus.
research Women who present with female pattern hair loss tend to underestimate the severity of their hair loss
Women with female pattern hair loss often underestimate how severe it is.