research The clinical evaluation of hirsutism
Hirsutism is excessive hair growth in women often caused by polycystic ovarian syndrome, and identifying the cause is important for managing associated health risks.
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research Polycystic ovary syndrome and the differential diagnosis of hyperandrogenism
The document concludes that careful evaluation is needed to diagnose PCOS correctly due to similar symptoms in other conditions, and accurate testosterone level measurement is crucial.
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 Trichoscopy of aplasia cutis congenita of the scalp in skin of color
Trichoscopy is effective for diagnosing scalp ACC in darker skin tones.
research Hyperandrogenic eumenorrheic NON-PCOS women versus women with PCOS after the GnRH-agonist stimulation test preceded by suppression of adrenal steroidogenesis with dexamethasone
PCOS women have more severe metabolic issues and higher androgen levels than hyperandrogenic women without PCOS.
research Mutation in human hair keratin hHb6 in monilethrix: clinical variation is not due to genetic variation.
research Association Between Premature Hair Greying and Metabolic Risk Factors: A Cross-sectional Study
Premature hair greying may indicate a higher risk of metabolic problems.
research A Forty-Two-Year-Old Male with Multiple Gastrointestinal Polyps, Cutaneous Manifestations, and Nail Dystrophy
The man was diagnosed with Cronkhite-Canada syndrome, a rare disorder with GI polyps, skin issues, hair loss, and nail problems.
research Reticulocyte Hemoglobin Content as a Best Indicator of Iron Deficiency in Female Patients with Diffuse Non-Scarring Hair Loss
Reticulocyte hemoglobin content is the best indicator of iron deficiency in women with diffuse non-scarring hair loss.
research Specific dermatologic features of the polycystic ovary syndrome and its association with biochemical markers of the metabolic syndrome and hyperandrogenism
Hirsutism is a strong sign of high male hormones and metabolic problems in women with PCOS, but acne and hair loss are not.
research A Very Rare Reason for Hyperandrogenism: Adrenal Tumor Case
A young woman had a rare tumor causing high male hormone levels and symptoms like excessive hair and acne. After removing the tumor, her hormone levels returned to normal. Early diagnosis is important.
research Concentrations of Chromium, Selenium, and Copper in the Hair of Visceral-Obese Adults Are Associated with Insulin Resistance
Higher levels of chromium, selenium, and copper in hair are linked to increased insulin resistance in visceral-obese adults.
research Psychological aspects of hyperandrogenic states in late adolescent and young women
Young women with high male hormone levels or PCOS often feel more psychological distress and have a lower quality of life.
research Facial hyperpigmentation caused by pigmented demodicosis
Facial hyperpigmentation improved with oral isotretinoin and ivermectin cream after Demodex mites were identified as the cause.
research Prevalence of hyperandrogenism in Iraqi women with polycystic ovary syndrome
Iraqi women with PCOS often have higher testosterone levels and obesity.
research P56 Azathioprine-induced alopecia totalis and knuckle hyperpigmentation in a child with uveitis: test before you leap!
Monitor for early signs of azathioprine toxicity and check blood counts regularly.
research Hair Anomalies in a 6-Year-Old Girl
A 6-year-old girl was diagnosed with a rare hair disorder called monilethrix.
research Scalp hair repigmentation after radiotherapy
A 76-year-old man's grey hair turned back to its original color after radiotherapy.
research Nonclassic adrenal hyperplasia
Nonclassic adrenal hyperplasia is a genetic condition that can cause early puberty and fertility problems, treated with specific steroids.
research Dermal papilla cells and melanocytes response to physiological oxygen levels depends on their interactions
Low oxygen levels improve the function of hair and skin cells when they are in direct contact.
research ‘Hirsutism’: A Psychological Analysis
Women with excess body hair feel psychological distress influenced by societal beauty standards, but distress isn't directly linked to the amount of hair.
research Clinical and Investigative Study of Hirsutism
Idiopathic hirsutism is the most common cause, followed by PCOS, and insulin resistance should be checked in patients with acanthosis nigricans.
research 7452 A Diagnostically Challenging Case of Hyperandrogenism in Postmenopausal Woman
The case highlights the complexity of diagnosing high testosterone in older women and the need for thorough testing.
research Hair Manifestations of Systemic Disease
Hair changes can indicate systemic diseases or medication effects.
research Hair Mineral Elements Analysis for Non-immune-dependent Diabetes Mellitus
Diabetics have lower chromium, manganese, and copper, but higher iron in their hair.
research Metal-Chelation-Assisted Deposition of Polydopamine on Human Hair: A Ready-to-Use Eumelanin-Based Hair Dyeing Methodology
Polydopamine is a safe, effective, and permanent hair dye that turns gray hair black in one hour.
research Twenty nail onychomadesis: An unusual finding in Cronkhite–Canada syndrome
A man with Cronkhite-Canada syndrome had all 20 nails detach but improved with treatment.
research Presence of hyperandrogenemia in cases evaluated due to menstrual irregularity, the effect of clinical and/or biochemical hyperandrogenemia on polycystic ovary syndrome
Elevated testosterone, DHEA-S, and FAI help identify PCOS risk in menstrual irregularities.
research Multiple-wavelength radiation promotes hair growth by enhancing the early stages of hair follicle development in human dermal papilla cells and C57BL/6 mice
Multiple-wavelength radiation helps hair grow by boosting early hair follicle development.
research Postherpetic Poliosis
A man's chest hair turned white after a shingles infection, possibly due to virus-damaged pigment cells.