May 2024 in “Dermatologic surgery” Nonactivated low leukocyte PRP injections can significantly increase hair and follicle density in women with alopecia.
June 2026 in “Quality in Sport” Treating hirsutism and acne in women with PCOS needs a personalized approach using oral contraceptives, antiandrogens, and sometimes metformin.
April 2025 in “Jurnal Sains dan Teknologi Farmasi Indonesia” The NLC gel with Minoxidil and Finasteride effectively treats hair loss in harsh conditions.
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July 1983 in “Journal of steroid biochemistry/Journal of Steroid Biochemistry” Certain hormones can reduce skin oil and hair growth, potentially helping treat acne and excessive hair in women.
March 2026 in “Journal of Ovarian Research” PRP may help improve ovarian function, but more research is needed for consistent results.
November 2023 in “Systems Biology in Reproductive Medicine” 8 citations
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November 1978 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Cyproterone acetate can effectively treat idiopathic hirsutism, but ethinyl oestradiol and lynoestrenol may not always reduce hair growth.
Finasteride-loaded microemulsions, made with cinnamon oil, Tween20, propylene glycol, and water, can help maintain stemness of dermal cells, potentially aiding in hair regeneration.
October 2025 in “Frontiers in Toxicology” A new method effectively predicts estrogen-related health effects for early screening.
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October 2004 in “Expert Opinion on Investigational Drugs” Treatments for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) focus on reducing symptoms, restoring regular periods, and helping with pregnancy. Common treatments include hormone suppressors, fertility drugs, and insulin-sensitising agents.
January 2023 in “Dermatologic Therapy” The nutritional supplement Pilopeptan® WOMAN improved hair growth and thickness in women with hair loss.
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October 1971 in “The BMJ” The document suggests that hair loss after stopping birth control may be similar to post-pregnancy hair loss and could recur with future pregnancies.
January 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” LX-38 is a safer drug option for hair loss and prostate issues without hormonal side effects.
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September 2024 in “Journal of Clinical & Translational Endocrinology” PCOS women have more severe metabolic issues and higher androgen levels than hyperandrogenic women without PCOS.
March 2024 in “Advances in obstetrics and gynecology research” Combining hysteroscopy with Diane-35 improves outcomes and reduces recurrence of endometrial polyps.
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July 2013 in “Pharmacological reviews” New research on prostamide F2α has led to treatments for glaucoma and eyelash growth and may have more medical uses.
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March 2012 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Testosterone, progesterone, and levonorgestrel change enzyme levels related to fat production in hamster skin, which could affect skin oil and acne.
October 2004 in “Australian Prescriber” Lifestyle changes are more effective than metformin for reducing type 2 diabetes risk.
January 2004 in “Europe PMC (PubMed Central)” Finasteride sustained-release tablets are stable.
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September 2009 in “Obstetrics & Gynecology” The bulletin provides guidelines for diagnosing and managing PCOS, suggesting weight loss, hormonal contraceptives, and diabetes screening, with clomiphene for infertility and various treatments for excess hair.
63 citations
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March 2001 in “Fertility and Sterility” Diane 35 plus finasteride is more effective for treating hirsutism.
October 2025 in “Česká gynekologie” Hyperprolactinemia is the most common cause of secondary amenorrhea, followed by drug use.
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April 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Bicalutamide may be a promising alternative treatment for female pattern hair loss.
October 2021 in “Meditsinskiy sovet = Medical Council” Cyproterone acetate improves skin symptoms and quality of life in women with androgen-related issues.
January 2025 in “Journal of Prescribing Practice” December 2024 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Bimatoprost shows promise for treating vitiligo, especially when combined with other therapies.
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March 2004 in “European journal of endocrinology” Spironolactone plus finasteride reduces hirsutism more effectively.
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July 2005 in “Journal of Neuroendocrinology” Blocking certain brain processes reduces mating behavior in female rats.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects about 10% of women, is often linked to obesity and family history, and can cause irregular periods, fertility issues, and other symptoms. It's usually managed with lifestyle changes, weight loss, and medication.
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April 2008 in “Fertility and sterility” Pioglitazone improved insulin sensitivity and altered cortisol metabolism in PCOS patients.