research Expression of steroidogenic enzymes in human sebaceous glands
Human sebaceous glands contain enzymes that affect androgen production and may influence sebum production and acne.
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research Ovarian hyperthecosis in adolescent females: two case reports and a review of the literature
Ovarian hyperthecosis should be considered in young women with severe male-like symptoms and can be managed with hormone treatments.
research Postmenopausal Ovarian Hyperthecosis Associated with Rapid Testosterone Excess
Removing both ovaries can treat increased testosterone and related symptoms in postmenopausal women with ovarian hyperthecosis.
research Intracrine Testosterone Activation in Human Pancreatic β-Cells Stimulates Insulin Secretion
Testosterone helps human pancreatic cells increase insulin release.
research Virilización y enfermedad metabólica en mujer postmenopáusica relacionado a hiperplasia e hipertecosis ovárica
Postmenopausal virilization can be caused by ovarian hyperthecosis, treatable with surgery.
research Hyperandrogenism: Acne and Hirsutism
Personalized treatment is crucial for women with hyperandrogenism-related acne and hirsutism.
research Expression of 11β-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type 1 in visceral and subcutaneous adipose tissues of patients with polycystic ovary syndrome is associated with adiposity
Increased HSD11B1 enzyme expression is linked to higher body fat and insulin resistance.
research The local hypothalamic–pituitary–adrenal axis in cultured human dermal papilla cells
Stress hormone CRF causes hair loss and stops hair cell growth.
research The local hypothalamic–pituitary–adrenal axis in cultured human dermal papilla cells
Stress hormone CRF causes hair loss and inhibits hair growth in human cells.
research Non polycystic ovary syndrome–related endocrine disorders associated with hirsutism
Hirsutism can be caused by various conditions besides PCOS, and it's important to treat the underlying issue and manage symptoms with medication and cosmetic approaches.
research 8368 Functional Evaluation Of Novel CYP21A2 Variants: Expanding The Genetic Basis Of Non-classic CAH
Certain genetic variants reduce enzyme activity, contributing to non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia.
research Prevalence of hyperandrogenism in Iraqi women with polycystic ovary syndrome
Iraqi women with PCOS often have higher testosterone levels and obesity.
research Androgen excess: a hallmark of polycystic ovary syndrome
Excess androgens may cause PCOS, not just be a symptom.
research Book Reviews
Hirsutism in women can be a cosmetic issue or a sign of hormonal imbalance, treatable with hormonal and cosmetic methods.
research 5α-reductase activity in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Women with PCOS have higher 5α-reductase activity, which may be linked to insulin resistance.
research Diagnosis of hyperandrogenism: clinical criteria
The document concludes that hirsutism is the main sign for diagnosing hyperandrogenism, which requires a detailed patient history and physical exam.
research Prostate-specific antigen as a diagnostic marker in female hyperandrogenism
PSA could be a marker for hyperandrogenism in women, but more research is needed.
research Hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis, hair, and sebum: Stress-mediated dermatologic disasters of the pandemic era
Pandemic stress worsens hair loss and skin issues, suggesting combined mental and skin care treatments.
research Androgenic Hormone Profile of Adult Women with Acne
Over half of the adult women with acne in the study had higher than normal levels of male hormones, especially DHEA.
research An adolescent girl with coexisting ovarian mature cystic teratoma and HAIR-AN syndrome, an extreme subtype of polycystic ovarian syndrome
A teenage girl had both a rare ovarian tumor and a severe form of polycystic ovarian syndrome.
research Effect of neurosteroid dehydroepiandrosterone on the higher nervous activity of old non-human primates
DHEA improved brain function and behavior in old monkeys and had additional health benefits.
research SUN-305 Hair Cortisol Measurement: An Innovative Method for Diagnosis and Follow-Up in Patients with Cushing’s Disease
Hair cortisol measurement can help diagnose and monitor Cushing’s disease.
research LC-MS/MS improves screening towards 21-hydroxylase deficiency
LC-MS/MS is more reliable than immunoassays for diagnosing 21-hydroxylase deficiency.
research Steroid 17-Hydroxyprogesterone in Hair Is a Potential Long-Term Biomarker of Androgen Control in Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia due to 21-Hydroxylase Deficiency
Measuring 17-hydroxyprogesterone in hair can help monitor androgen levels in people with congenital adrenal hyperplasia.
research New effects of caffeine on corticotropin‐releasing hormone (CRH)‐induced stress along the intrafollicular classical hypothalamic–pituitary–adrenal (HPA) axis (CRH‐R1/2, IP3‐R, ACTH, MC‐R2) and the neurogenic non‐HPA axis (substance P, p75NTRand TrkA) inex vivohuman male androgenetic scalp hair follicles
Caffeine may help reduce stress-induced hair loss.
research Immunoregulatory mechanisms and stress hormones in psoriasis (part 1)
Stress hormones like cortisol may trigger psoriasis flare-ups.
research Glucocorticoid Resistance Syndrome in 2 Patients With Diverse Genotype
Diagnosing and managing Glucocorticoid Resistance Syndrome is complex due to genetic differences and varied symptoms.
research Reporting on Adverse Clinical Events
Different medications can cause serious side effects in some people.
research Suspected Calcinosis Cutis and Demodicosis, Secondary to an Exogenous Steroid Administration in a Dog with Hypoadrenocorticism
A dog developed skin issues from too many steroids, but reducing steroids and using a specific treatment fixed the problems.
research PMON225 Androgen excess in pre-menopausal women due to Granulosa Cell tumor: A case report.
Removing the ovarian tumor improved the woman's hormonal symptoms.