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Rapid weight loss from dieting and hormonal injections can cause significant hair loss in women.
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840-870 / 1000+ results research Pharmacological basis for clinical use of antiandrogens
Cyproterone acetate is used to treat conditions like prostate cancer, early puberty, excessive sexual drive, and female androgenization by blocking male sex hormones.
research APPLICATIONS AND SAFETY OF TESTOSTERONE CREAMS: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW OF TOPICAL FORMULATIONS, CLINICAL EFFICACY, AND POTENTIAL RISKS
Testosterone creams and gels can be effective but have serious risks and should be used only with medical supervision.
research Topical Estrogen Therapy for Androgenetic Alopecia in Menopausal Females
Topical estrogen helps hair growth in menopausal women with no major side effects.
research 212 DISTURBANCES OF REPRODUCTIVE FUNCTION IN WOMEN WITH PITUITARY ADENOMA
Women with pituitary adenomas often have reproductive issues, like irregular periods and trouble getting pregnant, but not always breast milk production without pregnancy.
research Provenge is Talk of GU Malignancies Congress
Provenge extends prostate cancer survival by about 4 months.
research Recommendations from the 2023 International Evidence-based Guideline for the Assessment and Management of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The document provides updated advice on how to diagnose and treat polycystic ovary syndrome.
research The Impact of Glucagon-like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists on Erectile Function: Friend or Foe?
The effect of GLP-1 RAs on erectile function is unclear and needs more research.
research Current evaluation of amenorrhea
Amenorrhea is relatively rare and initial testing should check FSH, TSH, and prolactin levels.
research Efficacy and safety of topical GT20029 in male patients with androgenetic alopecia: a multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled phase 2 study
Topical GT20029 effectively promotes hair regrowth and is well-tolerated for treating androgenetic alopecia.
research Treatment of hirsutism: comparisons between different antiandrogens with central and peripheral effects
Finasteride, CPA, and flutamide are all equally effective in reducing excessive hair growth in women.
research Comparative study between intralesional injection of prostaglandin F2α alone or combined with corticosteroids in the treatment of alopecia areata
Combining TRA and latanoprost is most effective for treating localized alopecia areata.
research Ovarian steroid cell tumor (not otherwise specified) with subsequent spontaneous pregnancy after tumor removal: a case report and literature review
After tumor removal, the woman regained normal hormone levels, menstruated, and had a healthy baby.
research Single injection of very mild dose botulinum toxin in the vastus lateralis improves testicular spermatogenesis and sperm motility in ageing experimental mice
A mild botulinum toxin injection improved sperm production and movement in aging mice.
research Endocrine Aspects of Female Sexual Dysfunction
Hormones like estrogen, testosterone, progesterone, and prolactin play complex roles in female sexual function, with testosterone potentially improving sexual desire, arousal, and satisfaction. However, more research is needed to establish safe and effective hormone treatments for female sexual dysfunction.
research Drug-induced male infertility: a real-world study using FAERS and EudraVigilance databases
Certain drugs can cause male infertility, so fertility counseling and sperm preservation are advised.
research The five-year effects of testosterone replacement therapy on lipid profile and glucose tolerance among hypogonadal men in Japan: a case control study
Testosterone replacement therapy improved blood sugar and fat levels without raising prostate cancer risk in Japanese men with low testosterone.
research Growth hormone substitution in adult growth hormone‐deficient men augments androgen effects on the skin
Growth hormone therapy boosts androgen effects on skin in men.
research ANTIANDROGEN TREATMENT OF POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME
Antiandrogen treatments combined with oral contraceptives can help manage hair growth and hair loss in women with PCOS.
research Expression of Concern: Treatment of hirsutism by finasteride and flutamide in women with polycystic ovary syndrome
The article's findings are uncertain and should be viewed with caution.
research A Comparison of the Relative Efficacy of Antiandrogens for the Treatment of Acne in Hyperandrogenic Women
Most antiandrogen treatments effectively reduce acne in hyperandrogenic women, but finasteride is the least effective.
research Treatment of hirsutism and acne in women with two combinations of cyproterone acetate and ethinylestradiol.
Cyproterone acetate and ethinylestradiol effectively reduce hirsutism and acne in women.
research The Effects of Perinatal Androgen Deprivation on Sexual Motivation in Male Rats
Blocking androgens at birth reduces sexual motivation in male rats.
research Postmenopausal Hyperandrogenism due to Ovarian Hyperthecosis
A woman's high testosterone levels and related symptoms improved after ovary removal surgery.
research Testosterone alters iron metabolism and stimulates red blood cell production independently of dihydrotestosterone
Testosterone boosts red blood cell production and changes iron metabolism without needing dihydrotestosterone.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Phenotypes and Infertility Treatment
Different PCOS types respond uniquely to infertility treatments, with some having lower pregnancy rates and higher risks of complications.
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.
research Nonsurgical Management of Facial Masculinization and Feminization
Injectables can feminize or masculinize a transgender person's face, but more research is needed for best practices.
research Efficacy of platelet-rich plasma in the treatment of thin endometrium: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Platelet-rich plasma can help thicken the endometrium and improve pregnancy rates.
research The use of a transscrotal testosterone delivery system in the treatment of patients with weight loss related to human immunodeficiency virus infection
The transscrotal testosterone patch normalizes hormone levels in men with AIDS and weight loss but does not improve weight, body mass, or quality of life.