research Somatization in the dermatology patient: Some sociocultural perspectives
Skin symptoms without a medical cause often reflect psychological stress and are influenced by culture, requiring a team approach for treatment.
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210-240 / 1000+ results research Ovarian steroid cell tumor in a teenager masquerading as polycystic ovary syndrome: a case report and literature review
Accurate diagnosis is crucial to distinguish between PCOS and rare ovarian tumors in teens with similar symptoms.
research Eyelash Trichomegaly: Unusual Feature Associated with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Patient
Long eyelashes in a patient were an unusual sign of systemic lupus erythematosus.
research Dermatologic Side Effects of Systemic Targeted Anticancer Therapy
Cancer treatments targeting specific cells often cause skin, hair, and nail problems, affecting patients' lives and requiring careful management.
research Hirsutism
Excessive hair growth in women, often from high androgen levels, is usually caused by PCOS, and can be treated with hair removal, medication, and possibly weight loss.
research Bi-directional association between female pattern hair loss and polycystic ovary syndrome: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
Female pattern hair loss and polycystic ovary syndrome are often linked.
research Cholesterol homeostasis: Links to hair follicle biology and hair disorders
Cholesterol balance is important for hair health, and problems with it can lead to hair loss conditions.
research Visually scoring hirsutism
The modified Ferriman-Gallwey method is a useful tool for diagnosing hirsutism.
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 Androgen excess: Investigations and management
The conclusion is that managing androgen excess requires long-term treatment, including hormonal contraceptives and androgen blockers, with follow-up after six months.
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 Causes and Management of Hypertrichosis
research Adverse Cutaneous Reactions to Antidepressants
Skin reactions to antidepressants are common but usually not serious and can be treated.
research Criteria for Diagnosis of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome during Adolescence: Literature Review
Diagnose PCOS in teens using irregular periods and high androgen levels, not ultrasound.
research Management of androgenetic alopecia
Treat hair loss with finasteride, minoxidil, or surgery; consider side effects and severity.
research Period problems: disorders of menstruation in adolescents
Menstrual disorders are common in adolescents and can be influenced by weight, activity, and health issues, requiring careful evaluation and more research for effective treatment.
research Alterations in Hair Follicle Dynamics in Women
Hormonal changes after childbirth and menopause can lead to women's hair loss and facial hair growth, with a need for better treatments.
research Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) trilogy: a translational and clinical review
The document concludes that more multidisciplinary research is needed to understand and treat PCOS, a condition that significantly affects women's health and quality of life.
research Polycystic ovary syndrome patients with high BMI tend to have functional disorders of androgen excess: a prospective study
Overweight women with PCOS are more likely to have excess male hormones.
research Managing Cutaneous Manifestations of Hyperandrogenic Disorders
Birth control pills help treat skin and hair growth problems linked to high male hormone levels.
research Assessment, diagnosis and treatment of a patient with hirsutism
A combined drug and laser treatment improved hirsutism in a PCOS patient, also enhancing her heart health and requiring regular liver and kidney checks.
research Congenital adrenal hyperplasia
CAH is a genetic disorder affecting cortisol production and causing hormonal imbalances, with treatment and diagnosis varying by form and symptoms.
research Bloom's syndrome–‐a first report from India
A 6-year-old boy in India was diagnosed with Bloom's syndrome, showing growth and developmental issues, and skin problems worsened by sunlight.
research HIRSUTISM
The document explains that hirsutism, often caused by hormonal issues, can be managed with treatment to improve both physical appearance and mental health.
research Expanding the phenotype: Four new cases and hope for treatment in Bachmann‐Bupp syndrome
Four new cases of Bachmann-Bupp syndrome suggest potential for targeted treatment.
research Idiopathic hirsutism: excessive bodily and facial hair in women
Idiopathic hirsutism causes excessive hair growth in women, can be treated with medication and hair removal, but cannot be fully reversed.
research Update: The Pathogenesis and Treatment of PCOS
New treatments for PCOS focus on managing symptoms and improving fertility.
research Acne and hirsuties in teenagers
Acne and increased body hair in teenage girls are normal but severe cases may need hormone evaluation and treatment can prevent diabetes linked to PCO.
research Hyperandrogenism in Adolescent Girls
Diagnosing PCOS in teenage girls is tricky and requires careful evaluation and management.
research Hyperandrogénie féminine
The document concludes that managing female hyperandrogenism requires a combination of identifying the cause, lifestyle changes, medication, and cosmetic treatments.