research Loose anagen syndrome in one identical twin girl
One twin girl has Loose anagen syndrome with poorly anchored hair, diagnosed with a simple hair pull test, while her identical twin does not have the condition.
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960-990 / 1000+ resultsresearch Sequence of the intron/exon junctions of the coding region of the human androgen receptor gene and identification of a point mutation in a family with complete androgen insensitivity.
A point mutation in the androgen receptor gene causes complete androgen insensitivity.
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 The Aromatase Inhibitor Fadrozole and the 5-Reductase Inhibitor Finasteride Affect Gonadal Differentiation and Gene Expression in the Frog Silurana tropicalis
Fadrozole and Finasteride change frog sex ratios and cause intersex animals with altered gene expressions.
research Prevalence of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Among Young College Girls: A Cross-Sectional Study
19.5% of young college girls have PCOS, highlighting the need for early screening and intervention.
research Global sex disparities in lifetime risk of alopecia areata: a systematic analysis from the global burden of disease study, 1990 to 2021
Females have a higher lifetime risk of alopecia areata than males.
research Epidemiology and Disease Burden of Androgenetic Alopecia in Chinese Adolescents: a Population-based Study (Preprint)
Androgenetic alopecia is more common in male Chinese adolescents and linked to rosacea, but doesn't affect quality of life.
research Prevalence of pediatric alopecia areata among 572,617 dermatology patients
Pediatric alopecia areata is rare, affecting more girls than boys, and peaks at ages 9-12.
research Androgen Receptor Accelerates Premature Senescence of Human Dermal Papilla Cells in Association with DNA Damage
Androgen receptor signaling causes early aging of cells important for hair growth by damaging their DNA.
research Activation of Polyamine Catabolism Profoundly Alters Tissue Polyamine Pools and Affects Hair Growth and Female Fertility in Transgenic Mice Overexpressing Spermidine/SpermineN 1-Acetyltransferase
Overexpressing a specific enzyme in mice causes hair loss and female infertility.
research Changes in the sebaceous gland in patients with male pattern hair loss (androgenic alopecia)
Sebaceous glands in male pattern hair loss patients have more lobules and might cause early hair growth phase shifts.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Common But Often Unrecognized Condition
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is common but often undiagnosed, and early treatment is important to prevent health problems.
research Molecular genetics of androgen insensitivity
Mutations in the androgen receptor gene cause different levels of androgen insensitivity, making it hard to create simple tests for the condition.
research Clinical study of androgenic alopecia in 148 patients
Family history affects onset and severity of androgenic alopecia, but treatment success depends more on therapy duration.
research Alopecia Totalis in a Five-Year-Old Boy: A Case Report
A 5-year-old boy with alopecia totalis had temporary hair regrowth with treatment but relapsed, highlighting the need for thorough investigation and holistic care.
research A RARE ENCOUNTER
Surgical removal of an adrenal tumor resolved hormonal issues in a young woman.
research Serum Vitamin D levels in males with premature androgenetic alopecia: a prospective case-control study
Low vitamin D levels may be linked to early hair loss in males.
research The mouse hairy ears mutation exhibits an extended growth (anagen) phase in hair follicles and altered Hoxc gene expression in the ears
The mouse hairy ears mutation causes longer ear hair due to changes in gene expression.
research Hyperandrogenism in post-menopausal women: a diagnosis challenge
A woman had high testosterone due to an ovarian issue, which was fixed with surgery.
research Półilościowa ocena hirsutyzmu u 850 pacjentek z zespołem policystycznych jajników i 2988 kobiet z grupy kontrolnej w Chinach
Excessive hair growth is much more common in Chinese women with PCOS than in the general population.
research Novel de novo pathogenic variant in the ODC1 gene in a girl with developmental delay, alopecia, and dysmorphic features
A new genetic mutation in the ODC1 gene causes developmental delay and other symptoms in a young girl.
research Woolly Hair in Two Siblings
Two siblings have a rare genetic condition causing curly, coarse hair.
research Early androgenetic alopecia as a marker of insulin resistance
Early hair loss may indicate risk of insulin resistance.
research Effects of hormonal treatment on dermatological outcome in transgender people: a multicentric prospective study (ENIGI)
Hormonal treatments can change hair and skin in transgender people, but may not fully achieve desired results.
research 유전성 안드로겐탈모증의 임상적 고찰(제6보)
Androgenetic alopecia is more common in men, linked to genetics and androgen levels, but routine pelvic ultrasound isn't recommended.
research Alopecia Areata with Renal Dysgenesis
Alopecia areata may be linked to kidney issues, but more research is needed.
research A study of endocrine profile in premenopausal women with hirsutism
Obesity is strongly linked to the severity of hirsutism in women.
research Skin Androgen-Related Disorders: Hormonal Treatment
research Endocrine intervention for transsexuals
Hormone treatment for transsexual individuals is effective but carries risks like thromboembolic events and mood changes, with most side effects being minor and reversible.
research Clinical Approaches to PCOS: A Survey of the NASPAG Membership
Doctors vary in how they initially test for PCOS, but most agree on using oral contraceptives and lifestyle changes as first treatments.