research Oral retinoids-present status
Oral retinoids are effective for various skin conditions but have side effects and should not be used during pregnancy.
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660-690 / 1000+ results research A systematic review of antiandrogens and feminization in transgender women
Some antiandrogens may lower testosterone better than others, but it's unclear which is best for feminization in transgender women; more research is needed.
research Selective complete Clq deficiency associated with systemic lupus erythematosus.
Clq deficiency is linked to systemic lupus erythematosus symptoms.
research Treatment of Cystathionine β-Synthase Deficiency in Mice Using a Minicircle-Based Naked DNA Vector
MC-DNA vector-based gene therapy can temporarily treat CBS deficiency in mice.
research Hair loss and cardiovascular health
Hair loss may be linked to cardiovascular health problems.
research Relationship between glucose homeostatic disorders and testosterone in adult Nigerian women with polycystic ovary syndrome
Higher testosterone levels in Nigerian women with PCOS are linked to glucose disorders like diabetes.
research Effects of multiple plasma donation on donors’ biochemical parameters
Multiple plasma donations do not change donors' biochemical parameters.
research Improvement of endothelial function with metformin and rosiglitazone treatment in women with polycystic ovary syndrome
Metformin and rosiglitazone improve blood vessel function in women with PCOS, with metformin also reducing insulin resistance and testosterone levels.
research Effects of melatonin administration on mental health parameters, metabolic and genetic profiles in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial
Melatonin improved mental health and metabolism in women with PCOS.
research Ameliorative effects of rutin against metabolic, biochemical and hormonal disturbances in polycystic ovary syndrome in rats
Rutin may help treat symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in rats.
research Impact of metformin and rosiglitazone treatment on glucose transporter 4 mRNA expression in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
Metformin and rosiglitazone both improved insulin use and hormonal symptoms in women with PCOS.
research Hormonal profile in Indian men with premature androgenetic alopecia
Premature balding in some men may be linked to altered hormones, but it's not the male equivalent to polycystic ovary syndrome or metabolic syndrome.
research Testosterone target therapy: focus on immune response, controversies and clinical implications in patients with COVID-19 infection
Testosterone may have a dual role in COVID-19, potentially worsening outcomes in men, and testosterone therapy could help some patients, but more research is needed.
research A comparative study of a gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonist and finasteride on idiopathic hirsutism.
Both finasteride and GnRH agonist treatments reduced hair growth in women with idiopathic hirsutism, but GnRH agonist was more effective.
research Effects of Russelia equisetiformis methanol and aqueous extracts on hepatic function indices
Russelia equisetiformis extracts can harm liver function.
research Hyperandrogenism in PCOS
In PCOS, high male hormones cause hair growth, acne, and hair loss, affecting periods.
research Alterations in nasal mucociliary activity in polycystic ovary syndrome
Women with PCOS may have a higher risk of respiratory and ear infections due to slower nasal mucociliary clearance.
research Effect of ethanol extract of Zapoteca portoricensis stem on liver, kidney and prostatic biomarkers of testosterone-induced benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH) in male albino rats
Zapoteca portoricensis extract may help protect against prostate issues and support liver and kidney health in rats.
research Vitamin D, Lipid Metabolism and Prostate Cancer
Vitamin D may help regulate cholesterol and influence prostate cancer development.
research Effects of dietary supplementation with taurine on production performance of Angora rabbits
Adding 0.2% taurine to Angora rabbits' diet improves wool production and overall health.
research Effect of Kuntai Capsule Combined with Nilestriol Tablets in the Treatment of Perimenopausal Syndrome and on Reproductive Hormones
Kuntai capsules combined with nilestriol tablets effectively reduce perimenopausal symptoms and improve hormone levels.
research Hypo- versus hyper-thyroidism in 2 cats: the culprit for miliary dermatitis/hypersensitivity versus growth retardation
One cat with low thyroid hormone had growth issues, and another with high thyroid hormone had skin problems; both got better with treatment.
research Frequency of polycystic ovarian syndrome in women with postadolescent acne
Women with acne after adolescence are more likely to have PCOS and should be checked for it.
research Effects of Dietary Selenium Yeast Supplementation in Pregnant Cashmere Goats on the Development of Offspring Hair Follicles
Giving selenium yeast to pregnant goats leads to better hair growth and cashmere quality in their babies.
research Modification of testosterone levels with Piptadeniastrum africanum and Cordia plathytyrsa may influence metabolic parameters in Wistar rats
Piptadeniastrum africanum and Cordia plathytyrsa can increase testosterone without major metabolic changes, but may affect triglycerides and creatinine.
research Treatment of Hirsutism with a Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone Agonist (Nafarelin)∗
Nafarelin may effectively treat excessive hair growth in women by reducing certain hormone levels.
research Female Hirsutism: Pathophysiological Considerations and Therapeutic Implications*
Excessive hair growth in women often has no known cause and is not linked to race or other hormonal symptoms.
research In vitro bioassays for androgens and their diagnostic applications
In vitro bioassays are better than traditional methods for measuring androgen activity but aren't ready for routine use yet.
research Low-dose spironolactone in the treatment of female hirsutism.
Low-dose spironolactone is safe and effective for treating hirsutism.
research Hyperandrogénie féminine
The document concludes that managing female hyperandrogenism requires a combination of identifying the cause, lifestyle changes, medication, and cosmetic treatments.