research Endocrinology Update: Hirsutism.
Hirsutism involves excessive hair growth due to hormonal issues and can be treated with medication or surgery.
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810-840 / 1000+ resultsresearch Hirsutism, Male Pattern Baldness, and Acne in a 60-Year-Old Woman
Ovarian hyperthecosis caused high testosterone and virilization symptoms in a 60-year-old woman, which improved after surgery.
research THE TREATMENT OF HIRSUTISM WITH A COMBINATION OF DESOGESTREL AND ETHINYL OESTRADIOL
A combination of desogestrel and ethinyl oestradiol effectively reduces hair growth in hirsute women.
research 53039 The prevalence of androgenetic alopecia with hormone therapy in transgender men: a systematic review and single-arm meta-analysis
Many transgender men on testosterone therapy experience hair loss.
research Hirsutism and Hypertrichosis
Hirsutism in women is mostly due to PCOS and can be managed with oral contraceptives and hair removal methods.
research THU646 Postmenopausal Hyperandrogenism Secondary To Ovarian Leydig Cell Tumor
A woman's increased facial hair and hair loss were caused by a rare ovarian tumor, cured by surgery.
research Testosterone (T) secreting tumor or insulin resistance? metformin (M) as a diagnostic (Dx) and therapeutic (Rx) trial
Metformin can help diagnose and treat high testosterone levels in women, often due to insulin resistance rather than a tumor.
research Treatment and noninvasive clinical assessment of androgenetic alopecia
research Dermatologic care of the transgender patient
Hormone therapy and surgeries for transgender individuals affect their skin and hair, requiring specific dermatologic treatments and respectful care.
research SAT-223 Insights into Ovarian Hyperandrogenism: Lessons from Two Unusual Cases
The study found that imaging might miss small ovarian tumors causing high testosterone, and suggested using certain testosterone levels and treatment responses to identify these tumors.
research Estrogen-Androgen Imbalance in Patients with Hirsutism and Amenorrhea
Low estrogen and high testosterone may cause excessive hair growth in women.
research Disfunción eréctil : función endotelial e interacción hormonal, efectos sobre la salud vascular -De la fisiopatología molecular a los aspectos clínicos-
Erectile dysfunction is linked to hormone imbalances and vascular health, requiring personalized treatment approaches.
research Impact of a High-Fat High-Carbohydrate (HFHC) Diet at a Young Age on Steroid Hormone Hair Concentrations in Mice: A Comparison with a Control Diet and Nutraceutical Supplementation
A balanced diet is crucial for normalizing hormone levels and managing obesity-related issues.
research 4 Anti-androgens in gynaecological practice
Cyproterone acetate is effective for treating hirsutism and acne in women by blocking androgens in the skin and also works as a contraceptive.
research The HAIR-AN syndrome : a case report
Treatment improved symptoms in a woman with HAIR-AN syndrome.
research Hormonal therapy in female pattern hair loss
Hormonal therapies help treat female hair loss, but results are slow and vary.
research Androgen-related disorders and hormone therapy for patients with keloids
Androgens may contribute to keloid development, and hormone-targeting treatments could help.
research A RARE ENCOUNTER
Surgical removal of an adrenal tumor resolved hormonal issues in a young woman.
research An introduction to gender-affirming hormone therapy for transgender and gender-nonbinary patients
The document aimed to improve healthcare providers' understanding of hormone therapy for transgender and nonbinary patients.
research Postmenopausal hyperandrogenism of ovarian origin
Postmenopausal women with excess male hormones may have ovarian tumors, and surgery usually cures them.
research Management Approaches to Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia in Adolescents and Adults; Latest Therapeutic Developments
Glucocorticoid and mineralocorticoid therapy effectively manage Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia symptoms but have limitations.
research The investigation and management of severe hyperandrogenism pre- and postmenopause: Non-tumor disease is strongly associated with metabolic syndrome and typically responds to insulin-sensitization with metformin
High levels of male hormones in women without tumors are linked to metabolic problems and can be treated with metformin.
research Anti-androgen therapy in polyendocrine metabolic ovary syndrome (PMOS, formerly PCOS): efficacy, safety, and phenotype-oriented clinical decision-making
Anti-androgen therapy is effective and safe for managing PMOS, with a focus on personalized treatment.
research EFEITOS DO ESTRESSE E DAS DISFUNÇÕES HORMONAIS NAS ALOPECIAS AREATA E ANDROGENÉTICA: Uma revisão de literatura
Stress and hormonal imbalances worsen hair loss conditions.
research Endocrine Aspects of Female Sexual Dysfunction
Hormones like estrogen, testosterone, progesterone, and prolactin play complex roles in female sexual function, with testosterone potentially improving sexual desire, arousal, and satisfaction. However, more research is needed to establish safe and effective hormone treatments for female sexual dysfunction.
research An Approach to the Patient With Hirsutism
Most women with hirsutism have normal hormone levels and can be treated with cosmetic methods; obesity and PCOS are common causes, and treatments depend on the underlying issue.
research Clinical relevance of testosterone and dihydrotestosterone metabolism in women
Testosterone and dihydrotestosterone play a role in women's health issues like excess hair and baldness, and treatments blocking these hormones may help.
research Injection Therapy for Androgenetic Alopecia
research Ketoconazole use in the treatment of ovarian hyperandrogenism
Ketoconazole can treat ovarian hyperandrogenism but should be used cautiously with monitoring and birth control.