research Hirsutism in Women.
Hirsutism in women is mostly caused by polycystic ovary syndrome and idiopathic hyperandrogenism.
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research The Evaluation and Management of Hirsutism
Hirsutism in women often indicates a hormonal imbalance and can be managed with a combination of hormonal treatments and hair removal methods.
research Occult syringomas of scalp associated with progressive hair loss
Hidden sweat gland tumors might cause hair loss.
research Dermatologic Diseases
The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing skin diseases in ferrets.
research Trichoblastoma of the Breast Detected by Screening Mammography: A Diagnostic Pitfall
Trichoblastoma in the breast can be mistaken for cancer, so expert review is crucial to avoid misdiagnosis.
research Virilising ovarian tumour in a woman with an adrenal nodule
A woman with high testosterone and an adrenal nodule had an ovarian tumor causing her symptoms, which improved after the tumor was removed.
research Diagnostic pitfalls in ovarian androgen-secreting (Leydig cell) tumours: case series
Ovarian Leydig cell tumors are hard to diagnose with just advanced imaging; expert ultrasound and clinical evaluation are essential.
research Trichofolliculoma With Mucinosis
A rare hair follicle tumor showed unusual high levels of mucin.
research Rational investigations in the diagnosis and management of women with hirsutism or androgenetic alopecia
Diagnose and manage hair issues in women by checking medical conditions and using personalized treatments.
research Pathologic Quiz Case: A Nodule on the Back
The nodule on the woman's back was a benign hair follicle tumor, not cancer, but needed removal.
research Winer's dilated pore, rare presentation in the external ear canal
Accurate diagnosis of Winer's dilated pore in the ear is crucial to avoid unnecessary aggressive treatment.
research Congenital cutaneous lymphadenoma
An 8-year-old girl had a rare, benign skin tumor on her forehead.
research Desmoplastic tricholemmoma in a dog
A dog had a rare skin tumor called desmoplastic tricholemmoma.
research Society for Endocrinology Clinical Practice Guideline for the Evaluation of Androgen Excess in Women
Evaluate and manage androgen excess in women with a systematic approach, considering both physical and psychological impacts.
research Diagnostic imaging in congenital adrenal hyperplasia – how does it help?
Imaging helps detect adrenal gland issues and monitor treatment in congenital adrenal hyperplasia, and can identify tumors affecting fertility.
research Activity of steroid 4 and derivatives 4a–4f as inhibitors of the enzyme 5α-reductase 1
Compounds 4, 4b, and 4c effectively inhibit an enzyme linked to testosterone conversion without significant toxicity.
research Early leonine facies with alopecia in a young man
A young man was diagnosed with trichoepitheliomas, causing thick skin and hair loss.
research The Evaluation and Treatment of Hirsute Women
Excessive body hair in women can be caused by various conditions and treated with medication like Diane® 35 or androgen blockers.
research An unusual circulating steroid profile in a virilized postmenopausal woman
A 68-year-old woman developed male traits due to a tumor in her ovary, which was removed, returning her hormone levels to normal.
research Cutaneous Side Effects of Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy can cause skin side effects like rashes, hair loss, and nail changes, which are usually managed with conservative treatments.
research Hirsutism and Virilization in the Female
The chapter explains the causes of excessive hair growth and masculinization in women and how to measure hormone levels related to these conditions.
research The evaluation and treatment of androgen excess
High androgen levels can cause excessive hair growth and may indicate serious health issues, including heart disease and fertility problems.
research Multiple skin tumours in a Doberman Pinscher with colour dilution alopecia
The Doberman had multiple skin tumors, but it's unclear if color dilution increased the risk.
research Solitary pedunculated multicystic viral plaque associated with canine papillomavirus 18 in a British Bulldog
A British Bulldog had a unique viral plaque caused by Canine papillomavirus 18, different from typical tumors.
research Solitary papule with central crater in a young man: Dermoscopy picks the clue
A young man's cheek papule was identified as a benign hair follicle tumor using a skin surface microscope.
research Alopecia universalis in a dog with testicular neoplasia
A combination of ciclosporin and ketoconazole can effectively treat severe hair loss in dogs.
research Anti-Androgens
Effective treatments for excessive body hair in women include drugs that block androgens, sometimes combined with oral contraceptives.
research Pathogenesis and causes of hirsutism
Hirsutism is mainly caused by high androgen levels or sensitivity, with PCOS being the most common cause.
research A case of severe hyperandrogenism, acanthosis nigricans and overt diabetes: the use of non-invasive methods for diagnosis, pathogenesis and management
Non-invasive imaging helped diagnose a woman's severe hormone imbalance and diabetes, and medication successfully treated her condition.
research O-11 DIAGNOSTIC CHALLENGES IN POSTMENOPAUSAL HYPERANDROGENISM: REPORTS OF TWO CASES
Benign conditions can mimic serious ones in postmenopausal hyperandrogenism, requiring careful diagnosis.