research Antiandrogens for the Treatment of Hirsutism: A Systematic Review and Metaanalyses of Randomized Controlled Trials
Antiandrogens are somewhat effective in reducing excessive hair growth in women.
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300-330 / 1000+ results research Cost-effective therapy in patients with idiopathic hirsutism
Cheap treatments for excessive hair growth in women can improve symptoms by 35-40% after one year.
research Targets to treat androgen excess in polycystic ovary syndrome
The conclusion is that while oral contraceptive pills are effective for PCOS-related high androgen levels, new treatments with fewer side effects are needed.
research Effects of a phasic oral contraceptive containing desogestrel on facial seborrhea and acne
research Effect of phlebotomy versus oral contraceptives containing cyproterone acetate on the clinical and biochemical parameters in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: a randomized controlled trial
Blood removal and birth control pills both helped with hormone levels in women with PCOS, but birth control was better for regular periods and blood removal had fewer side effects.
research Treatment of hirsutism and acne in hyperandrogenism
Medicines that lower androgen levels and hair removal treatments help manage excessive hair and acne in women with PCOS.
research Pregnancy, hair loss, and the pill.
Stopping the pill and giving birth both caused hair loss.
research Clinical experience with Valette®
Valette® is an effective birth control pill that also reduces greasy hair and skin.
research Polycystic ovary syndrome and estroprogestins
Choosing the right estroprogestin is crucial for effectively managing PCOS symptoms.
research Targeting Pharmacological and Nanotechnology Based Therapeutics for Management of Hirsutism: A Comprehensive State-of-the-Art
New treatments for excessive hair growth in women, including advanced drugs and nanotechnology, show promise for better results.
research Studies of the components of an oral contraceptive agent in albino rats. II. Progestogenic component and comparison of effects of the components and the combined agent
High doses of norethindrone acetate in rats caused various organ changes but didn't significantly increase tumor rates.
research An assessment of (1) cyproterone acetate and (2) ethinyl oestradiol and lynoestrenol (Minilyn) in the treatment of idiopathic hirsutism
Cyproterone acetate can effectively treat idiopathic hirsutism, but ethinyl oestradiol and lynoestrenol may not always reduce hair growth.
research A Case of the Cons: How Contraception Confused Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia for Conn
Drospirenone can hide symptoms of certain hormonal disorders, complicating diagnosis.
research Changes in the serum metabolomics of polycystic ovary syndrome before and after compound oral contraceptive treatment
COC treatment improves hormone and metabolic levels in PCOS patients.
research Hair cortisol/cortisone in combined oral contraceptive users: An exploratory analysis
COC use doesn't increase hair stress hormone levels, but hair treatments may affect results.
research Hair growth and androgen responses in hirsute women treated with continuous cyproterone acetate and cyclical ethinyl oestradiol
The treatment significantly reduced hair growth and male hormone levels in hirsute women.
research Early removal of the Norplant System.
Many women removed the Norplant implant early due to side effects like headaches and irregular bleeding, indicating a need for better patient counseling.
research Pharmacotherapy of polycystic ovary syndrome - an update
New treatments for PCOS show promise, but no current medication treats all aspects of the condition.
research Testosterone levels in relation to oral contraceptive use and the androgen receptor CAG and GGC length polymorphisms in healthy young women
Oral contraceptives lower testosterone levels in women, especially those with certain genetic traits, and may be linked to increased breast cancer risk.
research Dutasteride improves hair growth in patients with male pattern baldness more effectively than finasteride,
Dutasteride is more effective for male pattern baldness than finasteride, and black cohosh extract BNO 1055 is as effective as conjugated estrogens in treating postmenopausal symptoms, with added benefits in reducing sweating and mental symptoms.
research Efficacy of low-dose GnRH analogue (Buserelin) in the treatment of hirsutism
Low-dose Buserelin effectively reduces hirsutism with minimal side effects.
research Hirsutism management needs to be more patient oriented
Hirsutism treatment should focus more on patient needs and quality of life.
research Treatment of hyperandrogenism in polycystic ovary syndrome
Hormonal therapies are effective for managing hair and skin symptoms in women with PCOS.
research Treatment of hirsutism with the pure antiandrogen flutamide
Flutamide effectively reduced excessive hair growth and improved related symptoms in hirsutism patients without significant side effects.
research A Prospective Randomized Trial Comparing Low Dose Flutamide, Finasteride, Ketoconazole, and Cyproterone Acetate-Estrogen Regimens in the Treatment of Hirsutism
Cyproterone acetate-estrogen most effective for hirsutism, but consider side effects and patient needs.
research Comparative Management Methods for Adolescents With Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Systemic Review
Individualized treatment plans, including lifestyle changes and specific medications, are crucial for managing PCOS in adolescents.
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 Correction of meta-analysis after retraction of article on the effects of anti-androgens in polycystic ovary syndrome
Anti-androgens are not better than birth control pills for PCOS, but can help with excess hair if pills don't work.
research Cyproterone acetate as initial treatment and maintenance therapy for hirsutism
Cyproterone acetate is effective for treating hirsutism, but some patients may feel worse on low-dose maintenance therapy.
research The Evaluation of the Role of Androgens in Hirsutism and the Use of a New Anti-androgen “Cyproterone Acetate” for Therapy
Cyproterone acetate combined with ethinyl estradiol significantly reduced hirsutism in women.