research Acanthosis nigricans, insulin resistance and cutaneous virilism
Patients with acanthosis nigricans often have insulin resistance and signs of increased male hormones, but treatment targeting these male hormones is generally ineffective.
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research Improvement in scalp hair growth in androgen‐deficient women treated with testosterone: a questionnaire study
Testosterone therapy helped 63% of androgen-deficient women grow scalp hair, but more research is needed.
research Association of Hair Loss With Health Utility Measurements Before and After Hair Transplant Surgery in Men and Women
Hair loss greatly lowers perceived health in both genders, and hair transplant surgery notably improves this.
research Worth a Second Look
A 72-year-old man had severe fatigue, weight loss, and frequent loose stools.
research Early-onset androgenetic alopecia in China: a descriptive study of a large outpatient cohort
Early hair loss common in Chinese males, linked to family history and smoking; early treatment advised.
research Quantitative assessment of female pattern hair loss
Computer-aided imaging system helps measure balding area in female pattern hair loss.
research A semiquantitative grading scale for frontal and vertex of androgenetic alopecia
New grading scale accurately measures hair loss severity and treatment effectiveness.
research Fibrosing Alopecia in a Pattern Distribution
FAPD and possibly CCCA may be AGA subtypes, and treatments combining antiandrogens, hair growth agents, hair transplants, and anti-inflammatories could be effective.
research Finasterid auch bei Acne vulgaris wirksam?
Finasteride is not expected to be effective for treating Acne vulgaris.
research Gynecological and dermatological aspects of diagnostics of polycystic ovary syndrome from puberty to menopause
PCOS is common, affects fertility, and requires personalized treatment to manage symptoms and health risks.
research Ovulatory Versus Anovulatory Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Phenotypes: is There Really Any Effect on Laboratory, Clinic and Metabolic Profiles for Turkish Women?
Anovulatory PCOS patients are younger with longer cycles and higher blood pressure and hormone levels.
research Hair Restoration Surgery: Follicular Unit Grafting
Follicular unit grafting is a procedure used to treat hair loss, where small hair grafts are placed into the scalp, with future treatments likely to involve smaller incisions and cell-based therapies.
research Diagnostic Modalities in Trichology - An Update
New hair and scalp disease diagnosis methods are important for correct treatment.
research Finasteride in The Treatment of Female Androgenic Alopecia
Finasteride may help postmenopausal women with hair loss but is not effective for all and should be used cautiously in premenopausal women.
research Current and emerging treatment strategies for hair loss in women of color
Early treatment helps stop hair loss in women of color.
research Lupus erythematosus-like lesions in a carrier of X-linked chronic granulomatous disease: A case report and personal considerations
A woman with X-linked chronic granulomatous disease developed lupus-like skin lesions, improved with treatment, suggesting a unique skin condition in carriers.
research Chronic telogen effluvium or early androgenetic alopecia?
Woman's hair loss diagnosis changed from CTE to AA; multiple biopsies important for accurate diagnosis.
research Hair transplantation: New concepts in 2005
In 2005, hair transplants looked natural and worked best with realistic goals, medication to preserve hair, and depended on the amount of donor hair.
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 Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease and polycystic ovary syndrome
People with PCOS, especially if obese, often have NAFLD, linked to obesity, insulin resistance, and high androgen levels.
research 9 Role of 5α-reductase in health and disease
5α-reductase is essential for male sexual development and its inhibitors have potential in treating various conditions related to hormone action.
research TGF-β Family Signaling in Epithelial Differentiation and Epithelial–Mesenchymal Transition
The TGF-β family helps control how cells change and move, affecting skin, hair, and organ development.
research Review of Hair Follicle Dermal Papilla cells as in vitro screening model for hair growth
Dermal Papilla cells are a promising tool for evaluating hair growth treatments.
research Nanotechnology in Dermatology
Nanotechnology in dermatology shows promise for better drug delivery and treatment effectiveness but requires more safety research.
research HAIR AND SYSTEMATIC DISEASE
Hair loss can indicate underlying systemic diseases and addressing these can sometimes reverse the hair loss.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss
Female pattern hair loss is common, linked to polycystic ovarian syndrome, and treated with topical Minoxidil.
research Hair problems in women
Hair problems are common and distressing for women, but increasing knowledge of treatments offers hope.
research Androgenetic alopecia: new insights into the pathogenesis and mechanism of hair loss
New model shows muscle affects hair loss differently in men and women.
research Management of the Female With Non-classical Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (NCCAH): A Patient-Oriented Approach
The document concludes that managing non-classical congenital adrenal hyperplasia in females requires personalized treatment, genetic counseling, and a team of specialists.
research Psychological aspects of hyperandrogenic states in late adolescent and young women
Young women with high male hormone levels or PCOS often feel more psychological distress and have a lower quality of life.