research HAIR LOSS IN WOMEN
Hair loss in women often doesn't follow a pattern, isn't linked to age, may be genetic, and can be related to thyroid issues or other health factors.
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570-600 / 1000+ results research Postmenopausal hyperandrogenism
Postmenopausal hyperandrogenism involves excess male hormones causing symptoms like hair growth and acne, and requires ruling out tumors and other disorders.
research Dermatologic manifestations in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome: their prevalence and assessment in relation to hormonal and metabolic changes
People with PCOS often have skin problems like excessive hair growth, hair loss, acne, and dark patches, which are linked to hormonal and metabolic imbalances.
research Case 33-2015
The woman's surgery lowered her testosterone and improved scalp hair loss but did not change her excessive body hair.
research Repigmentation of Gray Hair After Thyroid Hormone Treatment
Gray hair regained color after thyroid hormone treatment.
research Overexpression of hypoxia-inducible factor-1α in hidradenitis suppurativa: the link between deviated immunity and metabolism
Increased HIF-1α is linked to the inflammation and severity of hidradenitis suppurativa, suggesting treatments that lower HIF-1α could help.
research [Endocrinologic diagnosis in hirsutism and androgenetic alopecia in women].
Hirsutism and androgenetic alopecia in women are often due to increased androgen effects, and antiandrogen treatment is recommended to prevent further issues.
research 17-Hydroxyprogesterone Responses to Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone Disclose Distinct Phenotypes of Functional Ovarian Hyperandrogenism and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The research found that polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) has two distinct types, with one having more severe hormone and insulin issues.
research Managing polycystic ovary syndrome with homoeopathy: Balancing hormones naturally
Homeopathy can help manage PCOS symptoms and improve quality of life.
research Increased frequency of heterozygoshy for the 21 hydroxylase deficiency among hersute females
Women with excessive hair growth or polycystic ovary disease may more often carry a gene variant for 21 hydroxylase deficiency.
research 6 Current concepts of polycystic ovary syndrome
PCOS is often caused by hormonal imbalances that can lead to various health issues and may indicate a risk for future metabolic and cardiovascular problems.
research Approach to Investigation of Hyperandrogenism in a Postmenopausal Woman
Postmenopausal hyperandrogenism, a condition with symptoms like increased hair growth and acne, is usually caused by PCOS but can also be due to other factors. It's diagnosed by checking testosterone levels and treated either by removing the adrenal tumor or through antiandrogen therapy.
research Hyperandrogenism in PCOS
In PCOS, high male hormones cause hair growth, acne, and hair loss, affecting periods.
research Raising threshold for diagnosis of polycystic ovary syndrome excludes population of patients with metabolic risk
Changing the diagnosis criteria for PCOS might miss women at risk for related health issues.
research Hirsutism and acne in polycystic ovary syndrome
Lower doses of treatments for hirsutism and acne in PCOS are effective and cause fewer side effects.
research What do we know about abnormally low prolactin levels in polycystic ovary syndrome? A narrative review
Low prolactin levels in PCOS can cause metabolic problems like insulin resistance and obesity.
research A prospective study of the prevalence of clear-cut endocrine disorders and polycystic ovaries in 350 patients presenting with hirsutism or androgenic alopecia
Most women with hirsutism or androgenic alopecia had polycystic ovaries, especially if they had irregular periods.
research ALOPECIA AREATA TREATED WITH THORIUM-X
research ALOPECIA AREATA TREATED WITH THORIUM-X
research Pathobiology of the hairless phenotype: Dysregulation of hair follicle apoptosis and topobiology during the initiation of follicle cycling
Improper regulation of hair follicle processes causes hairlessness.
research [Androgenic alopecia revealing an androgen secreting ovarian tumor].
An 80-year-old woman's severe hair loss was caused by a hormone-secreting ovarian tumor.
research Hirsutism
Most women with excessive hair growth have PCOS; treatment varies and focuses on preventing new hair, with electrolysis as the only permanent removal method.
research Differential Suppression of Testosterone and Estradiol in Hirsute Women With the Superactive Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone Agonist Leuprolide*
Leuprolide effectively reduces hair growth in hirsute women at higher doses.
research SUN-069 A 14 Year Old Female with Primary Amenorrhea
A 14-year-old girl with no menstrual period was diagnosed with Swyer Syndrome and treated for a related cancer risk.
research Localization, Age- and Site-Dependent Expression, and Regulation of 11β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase Type 1 in Skin
Increased 11β-HSD1 activity in skin may contribute to aging and could be targeted to reduce aging effects.
research Hypertrichosis
The document explains the types of excessive hair growth and how to manage it.
research Characterization of hair follicles in Hirosaki hairless rats with deletion of basic hair keratin genes : enlarged medulla, loss of cuticle and long catagen
research Comparison of disease severity and ultrasonographic abdominal subcutaneous fatty tissue thickness in hirsute women
Women with more body hair tend to have thicker belly fat and more metabolic health issues.
research The evaluation and management of hirsutism*1
Most women with excess hair growth have an underlying hormonal issue, often treated with medication and hair removal methods.
research Polycystic ovary syndrome in North America
PCOS is a common and costly condition in North American women, causing various health issues like obesity, diabetes, and fertility problems.