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      Management of Unwanted Hair in Females

      research Management of unwanted hair in females

      27 citations , December 2001 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology”
      Different hair removal methods have pros and cons, and more evidence is needed to prove laser treatments work.
      Pressure-Induced Alopecia Following Cardiac Surgery

      research Pressure-induced alopecia following cardiac surgery

      March 2012 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”
      African Americans lack knowledge about laser hair removal safety, Nd:Yag laser treatment is effective with high satisfaction, pressure during surgery can cause hair loss, and treating ovarian inflammation may help with alopecia areata.

      research Laser Treatment of Unwanted Hair

      December 2005 in “Springer eBooks”
      Laser hair removal is generally effective, with results varying by laser type and patient.
      Pseudofolliculitis Barbae: Overview and Treatment Modalities

      research Pseudofolliculitis barbae

      19 citations , May 2007 in “Dermatologic therapy”
      The document concludes that various treatments, including laser therapy, are effective for managing pseudofolliculitis barbae, especially in darker skin types.
      Hirsutism II: Treatment

      research Hirsutes II: Treatment

      15 citations , August 1998 in “Australasian journal of dermatology”
      The document concludes that various cosmetic and drug treatments are available for hirsutism, and some new drugs show promise.

      research Hair Removal by Lasers

      2 citations , January 2000
      Lasers are effective for hair removal, especially for conditions like excessive hair growth.
      Dermatologic Manifestations of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

      research Dermatologic Manifestations of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

      76 citations , January 2007 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology”
      Women with PCOS often have skin problems like excessive hair, acne, hair loss, and dark patches, which can be treated with hormonal and non-hormonal therapies.
      Nails and Hair

      research Nails and hair

      2 citations , May 2009 in “Medicine”
      Hair and nails can help diagnose diseases, with nail issues often linked to skin conditions and hair loss having various causes and treatments.
      Hirsutism

      research Hirsutism

      May 2006 in “Women's Health Medicine”
      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.
      ACOG Practice Bulletin No. 108: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

      research ACOG Practice Bulletin No. 108: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

      373 citations , September 2009 in “Obstetrics & Gynecology”
      The bulletin provides guidelines for diagnosing and managing PCOS, suggesting weight loss, hormonal contraceptives, and diabetes screening, with clomiphene for infertility and various treatments for excess hair.
      Androgen Excess: Investigations and Management

      research Androgen excess: Investigations and management

      82 citations , May 2016 in “Best Practice & Research in Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology”
      The conclusion is that managing androgen excess requires long-term treatment, including hormonal contraceptives and androgen blockers, with follow-up after six months.
      Medical Treatment of Hirsutism

      research Medical treatment of hirsutism

      66 citations , September 2008 in “Dermatologic therapy”
      The conclusion is that the best initial treatment for hirsutism is usually oral contraceptives, with the addition of antiandrogens or insulin sensitizers if needed, and topical eflornithine or laser treatments as supplementary options.
      Idiopathic Hirsutism: Androgen Role and Treatment Options

      research Idiopathic Hirsutism*

      47 citations , August 2000 in “Endocrine Reviews”
      The document concludes that more research is needed to understand excessive hair growth in women with normal hormone levels and regular ovulation.
      New Dimensions in Hirsutism

      research New dimensions in Hirsutism

      19 citations , July 2006 in “Lasers in medical science”
      Laser hair removal is safe and effective for fair-skinned people with dark hair, and using eflornithine with laser treatments can improve results.

      research Laser hair removal

      8 citations , May 2004 in “Facial plastic surgery clinics of North America”
      Laser hair removal is now more effective, but the best treatment schedule is still uncertain.
      Diseases of Periocular Hair

      research Diseases of Periocular Hair

      7 citations , July 2011 in “Survey of Ophthalmology”
      The document concludes that periocular hair disorders have various causes and treatments, and proper evaluation by specialists is important for management and prognosis.