research Polycystic ovary syndrome [PCOS]: Comprehensive management in primary care
Primary care is key in managing PCOS, focusing on lifestyle changes and medications like birth control and metformin.
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research Rare case of Leydig cell tumor with type I diabetes mellitus causing female pattern hair loss
Woman with diabetes had hair loss due to rare ovarian tumor; surgery improved hair growth.
research Therapeutic Approach to Androgenetic Alopecia
Treatments for hair loss include hormone modifiers, minoxidil, and hair transplant surgery.
research Genome-wide association study in frontal fibrosing alopecia identifies four susceptibility loci including HLA-B*07:02
Frontal fibrosing alopecia is linked to four genetic areas, especially the HLA-B*07:02 allele.
research Androgenetic alopecia in children: report of 20 cases
AGA can occur in children with family history; early diagnosis and treatment important.
research 5 mg/day finasteride treatment for normoandrogenic Asian women with female pattern hair loss
Finasteride improves hair density and thickness in women with hair loss.
research Prolonged treatment with finasteride (a 5α-reductase inhibitor) does not affect bone density and metabolism
Long-term finasteride use doesn't change bone density or metabolism.
research Role of androgens in female-pattern androgenetic alopecia, either alone or associated with other symptoms of hyperandrogenism
Androgens significantly affect female hair loss, and hormonal treatments may help.
research Frontal fibrosing alopecia among men: A clinicopathologic study of 7 cases
Men with Frontal fibrosing alopecia typically lose hair on the front scalp and sometimes on sideburns and upper lip, with treatments showing varied success.
research Development of a health-related quality of life questionnaire for women with androgenetic alopecia
WAA-QOL measures impact of hair loss on women's well-being.
research THE ENDOCRINE SYSTEM AND HAIR GROWTH IN THE RAT
Male rats grow hair faster than females, and certain hormones can slow or slightly increase hair growth, but not significantly beyond natural rates.
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 Tinea capitis in adults
Adults with persistent scalp issues unresponsive to typical treatments should be tested for the fungal infection tinea capitis to start the right antifungal medication.
research A Case Report of Male Systemic Lupus Erythematous with Antinuclear Antibodies-Negative: A Challenging Diagnosis
Doctors should consider SLE in males even if antinuclear antibody tests are negative.
research Three percent topical minoxidil therapy for female androgenetic alopecia
Using 3% topical minoxidil can help women with hair loss, but more research is needed.
research Bitemporal alopecia areata
The paper concludes that recognizing bitemporal alopecia areata is important for early treatment and preventing its progression.
research Cyproterone Acetate: A Genotoxic Carcinogen?
Cyproterone acetate may cause liver cancer at high doses, but is considered safe at recommended doses for approved uses.
research Scarring Alopecia: Cutting-Edge Approaches
Early diagnosis and new treatments are crucial to prevent permanent hair loss in scarring alopecia.
research A comparative study of different treatment modalities of polycystic ovarian syndrome in women of reproductive age group at tertiary care centre
Combining letrozole with metformin is the most effective treatment for inducing pregnancy in women with PCOS.
research A clinico-social study of polycystic ovarian syndrome in women of reproductive age group at tertiary care centre
PCOS is common in young women, especially those aged 21-30, and often involves symptoms like irregular periods, weight gain, and acne.
research Alopecia Areata Developing in Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes Mellitus Type-2, an Autoimmune Disease
A woman with type 2 diabetes developed alopecia areata, suggesting a link between the two autoimmune conditions.
research Hormone Blocking Anticancer Drugs
The document explains how certain drugs block hormones to treat cancers like breast and prostate cancer.
research A prospective trial of the effects of isotretinoin on quality of life and depressive symptoms
Acne treatment, including isotretinoin, improves quality of life and does not worsen depression.
research DHEA : why, when, and how much ? D’après la conférence de Bruno Allolio (Wuerzburg), 50e Journées internationales d’endocrinologie clinique Henri-Pierre KLOTZ, septembre 2007
DHEA supplementation may improve quality of life, neuropsychological functions, and sexual satisfaction in individuals with adrenal insufficiency, but more research is needed to confirm its safety and effectiveness.
research 5mg/day finasteride treatment for normoandrogenic Asian women with female pattern hair loss
Finasteride 5mg/day improves hair loss in normoandrogenic Asian women.
research Graft-versus-host disease
Graft-versus-host disease is a complication where donor immune cells attack the recipient's body, often affecting the skin, liver, and gastrointestinal tract.
research Polycystic ovary syndrome: A review for dermatologists
A team approach is crucial for managing PCOS, with dermatologists playing a key role.
research A case of androgen-secreting adrenal carcinoma with non-classical congenital adrenal hyperplasia
A woman with a rare adrenal tumor and hormonal disorder had improved testosterone levels after surgery, but her menstrual irregularities continued.
research Urinary 5-ene-steroid excretion in non-classical congenital adrenal hyperplasia due to 3β-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase deficiency (NC-3BHSD)
Some women with excess hair growth have a hormone condition that can't be diagnosed by blood or urine tests alone.
research Examination of hair growth parameters in androgenetic alopecia in women using TrichoScan
TrichoScan is reliable for counting and measuring hair density but may not accurately assess hair types in women with hair loss.