research Spironolactone therapy in hypertrichosis
Spironolactone may help treat excessive hair growth in girls, but more research is needed.
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720-750 / 1000+ results research Hirsutism
Hirsutism, excessive hair growth in women, is often caused by polycystic ovarian syndrome and is treated by targeting the cause, lifestyle changes, and medication.
research Exploring the efficacy of testosterone undecanoate in male children with 5α‐reductase deficiency
Testosterone undecanoate safely and effectively increased penis size in male children with 5-alpha-reductase deficiency.
research High prevalence of poly cystic ovary syndrome among young Saudi medical students: an observational cross-sectional study
PCOS is common among young Saudi medical students, with symptoms like hair loss, acne, and weight gain.
research Sertoli-Leydig tumor in a 17-year-old girl: a case report
A 17-year-old girl was diagnosed with a rare ovarian tumor, emphasizing the need for fertility preservation and psychosocial care.
research Does a male polycystic ovarian syndrome equivalent exist?
Early onset baldness in men may indicate a condition similar to PCOS, linked to heart disease, diabetes, and prostate issues.
research Endocrine evaluation of hirsutism
Hirsutism, excessive hair growth in women, is often caused by PCOS and can be managed with medication and personalized treatment plans.
research Selected Abstracts
Parthenolide promotes hair growth in mice and may influence pathways related to male pattern baldness.
research The Prevalence of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome in 14-18 year old girls of Zanjan High Schools, 2008
Many high school girls in Zanjan have polycystic ovarian syndrome.
research PA30 Evaluation of markers of inflammation and oxidative stress in patients with premature canities
Premature canities is linked to low vitamin D and B12, family history, and higher MHR.
research Presence of polycystic ovary syndrome is associated with longer anogenital distance in adult Mediterranean women
Women with polycystic ovary syndrome tend to have a longer distance between the clitoris and anus.
research GAPO syndrome – Report of a rare case and review
GAPO syndrome causes growth issues, hair loss, missing teeth, and vision problems.
research A benign cause of hyperandrogenism in a postmenopausal woman
A postmenopausal woman's excessive hair growth and hair loss were due to a non-cancerous ovarian condition, treated successfully with surgery.
research Severe metabolic disorders coexisting with Werner syndrome: a case report
A patient with Werner syndrome showed a range of aging-like symptoms and metabolic issues, underscoring the need for early detection and treatment.
research Hair growth-modulation by adrenergic drugs
Certain drugs can cause early hair growth in mice by affecting the nerves.
research Sparse Brittle Hair and Bilateral Temporal Alopecia in a Child
A 2-year-old boy has a rare hair disorder causing brittle hair and hair loss, which may improve with age.
research Hair mineral status and growth in Korean preschool children
Many Korean preschool children have low zinc levels, which may affect their growth, and zinc supplements could help.
research EFFECTS OF EPIDERMAL GROWTH FACTOR ON HAIR GROWTH IN THE MOUSE
Epidermal growth factor slows hair and body growth in mice.
research LBMON232 A Hairy Situation: Ovarian Sex Cord Stromal Tumor As A Rare Cause Of Hyperandrogenism
A rare ovarian tumor caused high testosterone and excess hair in a woman, which was resolved after tumor removal.
research Hyperthyroidism
Graves disease is the main cause of hyperthyroidism in kids, especially girls aged 11-15, and requires lifelong follow-up.
research A Case of Proliferating Trichilemmal Cyst with Trichoepitheliomatous Change
A young woman had a rare scalp tumor usually found in older women.
research The Hair Follicle: A Paradoxical Androgen Target Organ
Androgens can both promote and prevent hair growth due to differences in gene expression in hair follicles.
research Short Anagen Syndrome
Short anagen syndrome causes short hair that may grow longer after puberty.
research Cardiovascular risk markers in premature canities
Early hair greying may increase the risk of heart disease.
research [Changes in telogen rate, hair density, hair diameter and rate of growth in androgenetic alopecia of the male. Simultaneously a contribution to the significance of dysplastic hair].
Frontal hair in male pattern baldness shows reduced growth and thickness.
research Estro-progestogen combinations: Effect on sex Steroid Binding Protein (SBP) synthesis
Certain hormone treatments can increase SBP levels and help with mild body hair growth.
research Polygenic risk score predicting susceptibility and outcome of benign prostatic hyperplasia in the Han Chinese
Polygenic risk scores can predict the risk and outcomes of benign prostatic hyperplasia.
research P-055 MONOZYGOTIC TRANSGENDER MALE TWINS: A CASE REPORT HIGHLIGHTING GENETIC CONCORDANCE IN GENDER DYSPHORIA
Genetics may play a significant role in gender dysphoria.
research Patient reported androgen driven phenotypes do not associate with biochemical recurrence after radical prostatectomy
Androgen-driven traits don't predict prostate cancer recurrence.
research Steroid 17-Hydroxyprogesterone in Hair Is a Potential Long-Term Biomarker of Androgen Control in Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia due to 21-Hydroxylase Deficiency
Measuring 17-hydroxyprogesterone in hair can help monitor androgen levels in people with congenital adrenal hyperplasia.