research An Assessment on Impact of COVID-19 Infection in a Gender Specific Manner
Men have higher COVID-19 mortality rates than women due to biological and lifestyle factors.
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research Basics of androgen synthesis and action
Androgens like testosterone are important hormones for both men and women, made differently in each sex and affecting the body by regulating genes and quick interactions with cell components.
research Current aspects of polycystic ovary syndrome: A literature review
Polycystic ovary syndrome is a common hormonal disorder in women, linked to increased risk of metabolic and heart diseases, and needs more research for better understanding and treatment.
research Raising threshold for diagnosis of polycystic ovary syndrome excludes population of patients with metabolic risk
Changing the diagnosis criteria for PCOS might miss women at risk for related health issues.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia Quality of Life Index: A Validated Disease-Specific Questionnaire Involving Women
The FFA-QLI is a reliable tool for assessing quality of life in women with severe Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia.
research Alteration in Asbabe-Sitta-Zaruriyah (Six essential pre-requisite for maintaining health) to prevent Intithār al-Sha‘r (Telogen Effluvium): An Insight
Changing six essential health practices can help prevent excessive hair shedding.
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.
research Hyperandrogenism in polycystic ovarian syndrome and role of CYP gene variants: a review
Certain gene variants may contribute to high androgen levels in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Pharmacologic Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The document concludes that various drugs can manage symptoms and metabolic issues in women with PCOS.
research Is prostate-specific antigen a potential new marker of androgen excess in polycystic ovary syndrome?
Prostate-specific antigen may be a new marker for excess male hormones in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Investigating the Safety and Efficacy of Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Treatment for Female Androgenetic Alopecia: Review of the Literature
PRP treatment may promote hair growth and improve hair density in women with AGA, but more research is needed.
research Soy Protein Containing Isoflavones Improves Facial Signs of Photoaging and Skin Hydration in Postmenopausal Women: Results of a Prospective Randomized Double-Blind Controlled Trial
Soy protein with isoflavones reduces wrinkles and improves skin hydration in postmenopausal women.
research Changes in the PCOS phenotype with age
PCOS symptoms change with age; younger women have higher androgen levels and less metabolic issues, while older women face more metabolic challenges despite milder PCOS symptoms.
research Postmenopausal frontal fibrosing alopecia
Postmenopausal frontal fibrosing alopecia is a type of hair loss in postmenopausal women that may stop on its own but has no effective treatment.
research Topical finasteride for the treatment of male androgenetic alopecia and female pattern hair loss: a review of the current literature
Topical finasteride helps regrow hair and reduce hair loss in men and women.
research A Well‐Tolerated Hair Serum Containing New Natural Active Ingredients Reduced Hair Loss and Improved Quality of Life in Women With Chronic Telogen Effluvium: A 16‐Week Controlled Study
The hair serum reduced hair loss and improved hair quality in women.
research Late‐onset alopecia areata: A retrospective study of 73 patients from Taiwan
Late-onset alopecia areata in Taiwanese patients is more common in women, usually starts at age 57, often involves less than 10% hair loss, and may have a minimal link to thyroid issues.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The document says PCOS is a common hormonal disorder in women, diagnosed by certain criteria, and managed with lifestyle changes and various medications.
research Nutritional factors and hair loss
Low iron and L-lysine levels can cause hair loss in women, and increasing these nutrients can reduce hair shedding.
research Dermatology of androgen-related disorders
Androgens cause skin issues like acne and hair growth in women, often due to PCOS, and can be treated with medication and lifestyle changes.
research Approach to the adult female patient with diffuse nonscarring alopecia
The document concludes that careful evaluation is key to diagnose and treat women with hair loss, with tests for thyroid, iron, and hormones as needed.
research Androgen Conjugates: Physiology and Clinical Significance
Androgen conjugates might be better indicators of skin sensitivity to hormones in women with excessive hair growth.
research The Effects of Androgens on T Cells: Clues to Female Predominance in Autoimmune Liver Diseases?
Androgens may influence T cells, contributing to higher autoimmune liver disease risk in women.
research ANTIANDROGEN THERAPY IN DERMATOLOGY
Antiandrogens can help treat skin conditions like acne and excessive hair in women when used carefully.
research Is acne a sign of androgen excess disorder or not?
Acne is an important sign of androgen excess disorders in women.
research Anti-Müllerian hormone confirms the novel classification of female functional androgenization including polycystic ovary syndrome
Anti-Müllerian hormone is a specific marker for ovarian issues in women with conditions like PCOS.
research The Role of 11-Oxygenated Androgens and Endocrine Disruptors in Androgen Excess Disorders in Women
PCOS involves high 11-oxygenated androgens and BPA may worsen it, while IH is not inflammatory.
research Development of the First Health-Related Quality of Life Questionnaires in Arabic for Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (Part I): The Creation and Reliability Analysis of PCOSQoL-47 and PCOSQoL-42 Questionnaires
Two new reliable Arabic questionnaires for measuring quality of life in women with PCOS were created, one for married and one for unmarried women.
research Hirsutism and Virilization in the Female
The chapter explains the causes of excessive hair growth and masculinization in women and how to measure hormone levels related to these conditions.
research Case Report: Postmenopausal hyperandrogenism misled by adrenal incidentaloma: a rare case of androgen-secreting ovarian adult granulosa cell tumor and clinical implications
Thorough evaluation and surgery are crucial for managing rare ovarian tumors in postmenopausal women with high androgen levels.