research Obstructive Sleep Apnea Due to Endogenous Testosterone Production in a Woman
Removing a testosterone-producing tumor cured a woman's sleep apnea and other symptoms.
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960-990 / 1000+ resultsresearch Dyslipidaemia in women with polycystic ovary syndrome referred to a teaching hospital in Cape Town, South Africa
Many women with PCOS have abnormal cholesterol levels, needing careful management.
research Ovarian vein sampling, and serum and urine testosterone monitoring in ovarian Leydig cell tumors: A report of two cases
Ovarian vein sampling helped diagnose rare ovarian tumors causing high testosterone, and surgery to remove the tumors lowered the testosterone levels.
research Skin Androgen-Related Disorders: Hormonal Treatment
research A papular eruption on the face. A distinct subtype of lichen planopilaris?
A rare skin condition affected only the facial hair of a 46-year-old man.
research Aesthetically relevant symptoms of menopause transition: Impact and approach to management
Managing menopause symptoms like skin changes and hair thinning involves hormone therapy, procedures, and skincare, with emotional support being important.
research An Unusual but Important Cause of Hyperandrogenism in Women
A woman's high testosterone levels were caused by a rare ovarian tumor, not the initially diagnosed condition.
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research The Role of Heat Shock Proteins in the Pathogenesis of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Review of the Literature
Heat Shock Proteins are important in the development of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and could be targets for new treatments.
research A study of endocrine profile in premenopausal women with hirsutism
Obesity is strongly linked to the severity of hirsutism in women.
research Efficacy and safety of oral spironolactone for female pattern hair loss in premenopausal women: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel-group pilot study
Oral spironolactone effectively promotes hair growth in premenopausal women but may cause irregular menstruation.
research Diseases associated with hidranitis suppurativa: part 2 of a series on hidradenitis
Hidradenitis suppurativa is linked to various diseases like obesity, depression, arthritis, and Crohn's disease, but often occurs alone.
research Pharmacological Approaches to Controlling Cardiometabolic Risk in Women with PCOS
Treatments for PCOS aim to reduce androgen levels and improve insulin sensitivity to lower cardiometabolic risk.
research <i>In-Vitro</i> Effect of Sex Steroids on Mouse Melanoma (B16F10) Cell Growth
Sex steroids, especially progesterone, can slow down the growth of mouse melanoma cells.
research Characterization of DNA Methylation and Screening of Epigenetic Markers in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
DNA methylation changes in women with PCOS could be used as disease markers and suggest new treatment targets.
research Adverse effects with finasteride 5 mg/day for patterned hair loss in premenopausal women
Taking 5 mg/day finasteride can cause side effects in women with hair loss, but these are usually mild and fade over time, making the treatment beneficial in the long run.
research Prevalence and Levels of Thyroid Autoantibodies in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome—Impact of TSH- and BMI-Matched Comparisons: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Women with PCOS have higher levels of thyroid autoantibodies.
research Health-related quality of life and mental state in women with polycystic ovary syndrome and migration or minority background – A cross-sectional study
Women with PCOS from minority backgrounds have worse mental health and quality of life.
research Oral contraceptive pill (OCP) treatment alters the gene expression of intercellular adhesion molecule-1 (ICAM-1), tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α), monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 (MCP-1) and plasminogen activator inhibitor-1 (PAI-1) in polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) women compared to drug-naive PCOS women
Birth control pills change the activity of certain inflammation and blood clotting genes in women with PCOS.
research The state‐of‐the‐art in the management of androgenetic alopecia: A review of new therapies and treatment algorithms
New and existing treatments for hair loss show promise, with some being more effective for men and others for women.
research Miscellaneous Exogenous Hormones and Breast Diseases: A Matter of Concern for the Gynecologist
Some hormone treatments might raise breast cancer risk, while others don't seem to.
research Evaluation of the Efficacy and Safety of Topical Spironolactone versus Topical Minoxidil in the Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Comparative, Clinical, and Trichoscopic Study
Topical spironolactone and minoxidil both effectively treat female hair loss, but spironolactone has fewer side effects.
research A review of isotretinoin in the treatment of frontal fibrosing alopecia
Isotretinoin can effectively reduce symptoms of frontal fibrosing alopecia.
research Skin and Menopause
research Medicinal and cosmetic products used in treatment of hair loss
Some treatments for hair loss, like finasteride, biotin, and minoxidil, can be effective, but their success varies by individual case.
research A Case of Successful Treatment with Unilateral Oophorectomy in a Patient with Resistant Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Removing one ovary helped treat a woman's severe PCOS symptoms when medicine didn't work.
research Diffuse hair loss in females
Stress, hypothyroidism, drug intake, and anemia are important factors in women's diffuse hair loss.
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research High-Grade Ovarian Serous Carcinoma Presenting as Androgenetic Alopecia
research Hidradenitis suppurativa: A practical review of possible medical treatments based on over 350 hidradenitis patients
Different treatments for Hidradenitis suppurativa range from antibiotics and hormonal therapies to surgery, depending on severity.