Accurate diagnosis and timely, tailored treatments improve outcomes in obstetrics and gynecology.
March 2017 in “InTech eBooks” Acne vulgaris is a common skin condition that can cause low self-esteem and depression, and early treatment is important to prevent scarring.
December 2015 in “Revista Chilena de Dermatología” El Síndrome de Ovario Poliquístico causa problemas de piel como acné y es importante reconocerlo temprano para tratarlo.
September 2015 in “University of Southern Denmark Research Portal (University of Southern Denmark)” The guideline offers recommendations for diagnosing and managing PCOS and its complications.
July 2015 in “Cambridge University Press eBooks” The document concludes that careful history and physical exams are crucial for accurately diagnosing polycystic ovary syndrome and distinguishing it from other similar conditions.
Hormonal treatments can help with hair loss, acne, and excess hair growth, but it takes 3-6 months to see results and patients should know the possible side effects.
Some medications can cause hair loss, and it's important to track when the hair loss starts after taking a new medication.
May 2010 in “Current Women's Health Reviews” The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment of PCOS in teenagers is important for managing symptoms and preventing long-term health problems.
January 2010 in “CNR Solar (Scientific Open-access Literature Archive and Repository) (Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche)” Metformin and clomiphene citrate together improve pregnancy chances and reduce miscarriages in women with PCOS.
January 2008 in “Journal für Kardiologie (Krause & Pachernegg GmbH)” Healthy aging can be promoted through physical activity, lifestyle changes, and certain treatments.
September 2002 in “Comprehensive Therapy” Primary care is key in managing PCOS, focusing on lifestyle changes and medications like birth control and metformin.
November 2010 in “Clin-Alert” Monitoring for adverse effects in clinical treatments is crucial.
March 2007 in “Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada” Birth control pills slightly increase the risk of breast cancer, especially if used before the first full-term pregnancy.
April 2004 in “AWHONN Lifelines” Hormonal contraception likely doesn't cause significant weight gain.
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November 2011 in “Open access journal of contraception” Birth control pills with low-dose estrogen and antiandrogenic progestins can effectively treat acne.
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November 2007 in “Neuro-chirurgie/Neurochirurgie” Cyproterone acetate is a safe treatment that causes modest feminization in transgender female adolescents, and works better with added estrogens.
January 2025 in “American Journal of Translational Research” The combination therapy effectively treats infertility in PCOS without major side effects.
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August 2017 in “Pharmaceutical medicine” Most doctors know the thrombosis risk with Cyproterone/Ethinylestradiol, but some lack details on less common risks and patient instructions; educational materials are underused but useful.
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January 2015 in “Journal of drug assessment” Taking five small dutasteride capsules is the same as taking one larger capsule.
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February 2004 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Hair loss improved with treatment and successful transplant.
February 2018 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” Natesto nasal gel improves erectile function and mood in men with low testosterone within 30 days.
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February 2022 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” Antiandrogenic pretreatment for women with PCOS does not improve fertility outcomes and delays pregnancy.
May 2021 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” Transgender females can reach their target estrogen levels using estradiol patches, especially if oral treatments fail or if they're at risk for blood clots. Often, the highest dose patch is needed.
January 2012 in “Medical Journal of Babylon” October 2006 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Combining eflornithine cream with laser therapy effectively reduces unwanted facial hair in women.
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May 2024 in “PLoS ONE” Most women felt positive after stopping oral contraceptive pills despite some side effects.
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December 2012 in “International journal of endocrinology and metabolism/International journal of endocrinology and metabolism.” Oral contraceptives provide various health benefits beyond birth control, including managing menstrual issues, skin conditions, pain, and reducing the risk of certain cancers.
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December 1976 in “PubMed” Cyproterone acetate and ethinylestradiol effectively reduce hirsutism and acne in women.
November 2007 in “Neuro-chirurgie/Neurochirurgie” Cyproterone acetate is a safe treatment that causes mild feminizing effects and is more effective with added estrogens.
January 2020 in “Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” Kuntai capsules combined with nilestriol tablets effectively reduce perimenopausal symptoms and improve hormone levels.