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November 1996 in “Fertility and Sterility” Finasteride effectively reduces hair growth in women with idiopathic hirsutism, but requires careful contraception during treatment.
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April 2017 in “European journal of endocrinology” The research found that MRI and certain hormone levels can help tell apart ovarian tumors from hyperthecosis in postmenopausal women, but tissue analysis is still needed for a definite diagnosis.
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October 2022 in “Frontiers in genetics” Late diagnosis of congenital adrenal hyperplasia can greatly affect physical development, gender identity, and sexual health.
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January 2003 in “American Journal of Pathology” A protein called CBP is found in prostate cancer and can increase the effectiveness of certain prostate cancer treatments.
September 2024 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Many North African women with acne also have PCOS, showing more severe symptoms and higher testosterone levels.
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August 2014 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Hormonal imbalances may play a role in frontal fibrosing alopecia, and antiandrogenic drugs combined with steroids are currently the most effective treatment.
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January 2003 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Menopause can lead to skin and hair problems due to hormonal changes, but hormone replacement therapy might help slow these effects.
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June 2016 in “Reviews in endocrine and metabolic disorders” Hidradenitis suppurativa may be related to hormones and patients often have metabolic disorders; more research is needed to understand this connection.
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November 2013 in “Journal of Endocrinology/Journal of endocrinology” Vitamin D receptor helps control hair growth genes in skin cells.
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January 2009 in “Elsevier eBooks” Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa are complex eating disorders with increasing incidence among young females, significant morbidity, and varying mortality rates, requiring more research for better treatment.
July 2025 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Review and Research” Balanced selenium intake from wheat is crucial for preventing hair loss.
July 2021 in “International Ophthalmology” Female hair loss patients more likely to have dry eye and gland issues.
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May 2008 in “Fertility and Sterility” Insulin resistance might not be enough to worsen blood vessel function in young, nonobese women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
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February 1993 in “Nursing Standard” Many drugs, not just chemotherapy, can cause reversible hair loss.
October 2023 in “The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine ” PSA might help diagnose PCOS and related skin issues, but more research is needed.
April 2012 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks” Telogen effluvium is a common hair loss condition where many hairs enter the resting phase, often not noticeable until significant loss occurs, and treatment focuses on the underlying cause.
December 2004 in “Medicine” Pregnancy can cause skin changes and may affect pre-existing skin conditions, with some treatments not safe for use during pregnancy.
September 2023 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Adolescents with hair loss show different hormone levels by sex and often have related metabolic issues.
December 2009 in “DergiPark (Istanbul University)” Check serum ferritin levels and total blood count for women with diffuse hair loss.
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October 2017 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Various potential triggers may be causing the rise in frontal fibrosing alopecia, and avoiding these could help stop the disease's increase.
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December 2007 in “Gender Medicine” Male and female skin differ due to hormones, affecting conditions like hair loss, acne, and skin cancer, and suggesting a need for gender-specific treatments.
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April 2012 in “Physiology” The document concludes that understanding hair and feather regeneration can help develop new regenerative medicine strategies.
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November 2012 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Safety” Common acne treatments can cause various side effects, like skin irritation and more serious issues, but combination therapies are often more effective and better tolerated.