research Obesity and female androgenic alopecia: A cause and an effect?
Obesity may contribute to female hair loss by increasing male hormone levels that affect hair follicles.
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research Triglycerides, independent of Ferriman Gallwey Score, is a main determinant of free testosterone index in PCOS
High triglyceride levels are a key factor affecting testosterone levels in women with PCOS.
research Androgen profile in Chinese women with polycystic ovary syndrome in their reproductive years
Chinese women with PCOS have higher androgen levels, which change with age and weight.
research The Diagnostic Value of Free Androgen Index in Obese Adolescent Females with Idiopathic Hirsutism and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
FAI is a reliable marker for identifying and monitoring hyperandrogenism in obese adolescent females with PCOS.
research Do 5α-Reductase Inhibitors Raise Circulating Serum Testosterone Levels? A Comprehensive Review and Meta-Analysis to Explaining Paradoxical Results
5α-Reductase inhibitors do not consistently increase testosterone levels in the blood.
research Hormonal profile and androgen receptor study in prepubertal girls with hypertrichosis
Prepubertal girls with hypertrichosis have more sensitive androgen receptors, leading to increased body hair growth.
research Effect of a combination of ethinylestradiol and desogestrel in adolescents with oligomenorrhea and ovarian hyperandrogenism
The treatment temporarily improved symptoms of hyperandrogenism in adolescents.
research The injectable contraceptives depot medroxyprogesterone acetate and norethisterone enanthate substantially and differentially decrease testosterone and sex hormone binding globulin levels: A secondary study from the WHICH randomized clinical trial
Both injectable contraceptives lower testosterone and SHBG levels, with NET-EN having a greater effect than DMPA-IM.
research [Hormonal profile in men with premature androgenic alopecia].
Early balding in men might be a male hormonal equivalent of polycystic ovaries syndrome in women.
research The influence of cyclosporine A therapy on sex hormone levels in pre- and post-menopausal women with primary biliary cirrhosis
Cyclosporine A therapy changes sex hormone levels differently in pre-menopausal and post-menopausal women with primary biliary cirrhosis.
research Serum C-19 steroid sulphates in females with clinical hyperandrogenism
Women with hyperandrogenism have higher androgen levels and lower SHBG, which may contribute to conditions like excessive hair growth and early puberty.
research Steroid inhibitors of androgen-potentiated actions on skin
Certain hormones can reduce skin oil and hair growth, potentially helping treat acne and excessive hair in women.
research The effect of vitamin D on the hormonal profile of women with polycystic ovarian syndrome: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Vitamin D may help improve hormone levels in women with PCOS.
research Impact of Hormones on Female Sexual Function and Dysfunction
Hormones significantly affect women's sexual function, and more research is needed to improve treatments for sexual dysfunction with minimal side effects.
research Cardiovascular Safety and Benefits of Testosterone Implant Therapy in Postmenopausal Women: Where Are We?
Testosterone therapy for postmenopausal women appears safe and may protect against heart disease, but requires constant monitoring and more research for long-term effects.
research The effect of Curcumin on metabolic parameters and androgen level in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: a randomized controlled trial
Curcumin improved some metabolic factors in women with PCOS but did not affect cholesterol, insulin, or testosterone levels.
research Updates on Hirsutism: A Narrative Review
The review suggests a comprehensive approach to treat hirsutism, focusing on hair removal, medication, and managing emotional effects.
research The role of high serum uric acid levels in androgenic and non-androgenic polycystic ovarian syndrome patients
High uric acid levels are more common in PCOS patients, especially those with androgenic PCOS, and are linked with increased cardiovascular risk and other metabolic issues.
research POLY CYSTIC OVARIAN SYNDROME: AN UPDATED REVIEW
PCOS is a common disorder in women linked to infertility and heart issues, with treatment focusing on insulin management, reducing androgens, and lifestyle changes.
research Association of Perforin and Granzyme-B Levels with Hyperandrogenism in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Case-Control Study
Perforin and granzyme-B may influence hormone levels in women with PCOS.
research Epidemiological Assessment of Testosterone Levels in Women Population: A Factorial Analysis of Cell Proliferation
High testosterone levels in 20% of the women studied may indicate PCOS, while 80% had low levels with potential health impacts.
research [The evaluation of clinical signs and hormonal changes in women who complained of excessive body hair growth].
Women with excessive body hair often have higher male hormones and related health issues.
research Effectiveness of short term canrenone treatment in idiopathic hirsutism.
Canrenone effectively reduced hair growth and testosterone levels in women with excessive hairiness.
research The effects of benzodiazepines on hormones in women with idiopathic hirsutism
Benzodiazepines changed hormone levels but did not affect hair growth in women with idiopathic hirsutism.
research Hormonal and Genetic Controls of Hirsutism: Link Between hyperprolactinemia, Polycystic ovary syndrome and Hirsutism
Hormones, genes, and oxidative stress interact to cause hirsutism and PCOS.
research Associations between genetically predicted sex and growth hormones and facial aging in the UK Biobank: a two−sample Mendelian randomization study
Regulating certain sex hormones may help delay facial aging.
research Influence of Vitamin D on the Incidence of Metabolic Syndrome and Hormonal Balance in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Vitamin D deficiency is linked to a higher chance of metabolic syndrome in women with PCOS.
research Testosterone, sex hormone-binding globulin and dehydroepiandrosterone levels and cervical length of Egyptian women with a history of recurrent miscarriages, polycystic ovary syndrome and without the conditions at three stages of pregnancy
High DHEA and short cervical length in women with PCOS and recurrent miscarriages may harm pregnancy outcomes.
research Prevalence and Predictors of Impaired Glucose Tolerance and Diabetes Mellitus Type 2 in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Many women with polycystic ovary syndrome have normal blood sugar, but some may have higher blood sugar levels or diabetes, especially if they are older, overweight, and have certain hormone levels.
research Features of hyperandrogenism in men
Androgen levels can increase at any age, affecting symptoms like acne, hair loss, and prostate size.