research Hirsutism and Virilization in the Female
The chapter explains the causes of excessive hair growth and masculinization in women and how to measure hormone levels related to these conditions.
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research Cell-Type-Specific Chromatin States Differentially Prime Squamous Cell Carcinoma Tumor-Initiating Cells for Epithelial to Mesenchymal Transition
Different types of skin cells have unique genetic markers that affect how likely they are to spread cancer.
research Levonorgestrel effects on serum androgens, sex hormone–binding globulin levels, hair shaft diameter, and sexual function
research Methotrexate
Long-term use of minoxidil may cause hair follicles to transform into noticeable terminal hairs, leading to trichostasis spinulosa.
research Management of female androgenetic alopecia
Proper medical treatments can control and even reverse female pattern hair loss, but it's important to check for related conditions like excessive male hormone production, especially in severe cases.
research Non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia due to 21-hydroxylase deficiency revisited: an update with a special focus on adolescent and adult women
The update highlights that non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia is common in women with excess male hormones, requires specific hormone tests for diagnosis, and has various treatment options depending on age and symptoms.
research Effects of androgen overproduction on skin target organs in children with congenital adrenal hyperplasia
research A CASE REPORT ON POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME WITH METABOLIC COMPLICATIONS
Early recognition and comprehensive management of PCOS can prevent long-term health issues.
research 7745 Hirsutism in young girls, Beyond PCOS
Hirsutism in young girls can have causes other than PCOS, so diagnoses should be reassessed if treatments don't work.
research REPRODUCTIVE HORMONE LEVELS AND METABOLIC SYNDROME IN WOMEN WITH POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME IN SANA'A, YEMEN
PCOS is linked to hormone disorders and issues like infertility and irregular periods.
research Androgenetic Alopecia in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Cutaneous Marker of Systemic Metabo-inflammatory and Endocrine Dysfunction: A Narrative Review
Androgenetic alopecia in PCOS is linked to insulin resistance, inflammation, and genetics, not just hormones.
research A CASE REPORT ON POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME WITH METABOLIC COMPLICATIONS
Early recognition and comprehensive management of PCOS can prevent long-term health issues.
research Cloning, computational analysis and expression profiling of steroid 5 alpha-reductase 1 (SRD5A1) gene during reproductive phases and ovatide stimulation in endangered catfish, Clarias magur
The research identified and described a gene important for hormone conversion in endangered catfish, which varies in activity during different reproductive stages and after hormone treatment.
research Genotoxic Agents: An Unexpected Effect on Healthy Epithelia
Chemotherapy drugs can cause abnormal growth and changes in healthy skin and gland cells.
research Effect of finasteride, a 5 alpha-reductase inhibitor, on serum gonadotropins in normal men
research A Perspective on the Evolving Landscape in Male Reproductive Medicine
Advancements in male reproductive medicine are ongoing, but more research and improved treatments are needed in several areas.
research 5α-Reduced glucocorticoids: a story of natural selection
Natural 5α-reduced glucocorticoids might be anti-inflammatory with fewer side effects than current options.
research Gynecological and dermatological aspects of diagnostics of polycystic ovary syndrome from puberty to menopause
PCOS is common, affects fertility, and requires personalized treatment to manage symptoms and health risks.
research The mechanisms of MicroRNA 21 in premature ovarian insufficiency mice with mesenchymal stem cells transplantation
miR-21 helps improve ovarian function recovery in treated mice.
research Hyperandrogenism and menstrual imbalance are the best predictors of metformin response in PCOS patients
High levels of male hormones and irregular periods best predict how well PCOS patients will respond to metformin treatment.
research Association of polycystic ovary syndrome and Graves′ disease: Is autoimmunity the link between the two diseases
The document suggests that there might be an autoimmune link between polycystic ovary syndrome and Graves' disease.
research Estrogen modulates mesenchymal-epidermal interactions in the adult nipple
Estrogen is important for keeping adult mouse nipple skin healthy by controlling certain cell signals.
research Prevalence of functional disorders of androgen excess in unselected premenopausal women: a study in blood donors
Many young women who donate blood have hormonal disorders like excess male hormones and PCOS.
research The role of correction of metabolic disorders in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia in women
Using a combined treatment of minoxidil and metformin can improve hair loss in women by normalizing hormone and metabolism levels.
research ROBERTSONIAN TRANSLOCATION PATIENT WITH RECURRENT MISCARRIAGE
Robertsonian translocation can cause recurrent miscarriages.
research Iatrogenic androgen and estrogen excess in a postmenopausal woman presenting with facial erythema, acne, and hirsutism
A postmenopausal woman's facial redness, acne, and excess hair were caused by too much hormone therapy for insomnia, but improved after stopping the treatment.
research Evaluation and Treatment of Gender Dysphoria to Prepare for Gender Confirmation Surgery
The document concludes that non-operative treatment for gender dysphoria is safe and effective, and hormone therapy does not increase cancer risk.
research 유전성 안드로겐탈모증의 임상적 고찰(제6보)
Androgenetic alopecia is more common in men, linked to genetics and androgen levels, but routine pelvic ultrasound isn't recommended.
research SUN-287 A Case of Ectopic Neurohypophysis
The patient with a misplaced pituitary gland and interrupted pituitary stalk is being treated with hormone replacement.
research Permanent chemotherapy-induced nonscarring alopecia and premature ovarian failure
Chemotherapy caused a woman's permanent hair loss and early menopause.