research Hirsutism: A Clinico-investigative Study
Most cases of excessive hair growth in women are caused by polycystic ovarian syndrome and are linked to higher free testosterone levels.
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research Beneficial effect of spironolactone on androgenic alopecia
Spironolactone may help reduce hair loss in androgenic alopecia.
research Hyperandrogenemia in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: prevalence, characteristics and association with body mass index
High levels of male hormones are very common in women with PCOS and affect their metabolism differently depending on their weight.
research Adrenal 21-hydroxylase gene mutations in Slovenian hyperandrogenic women: evaluation of corticotrophin stimulation and HLA polymorphisms in screening for carrier status
The study concluded that testing hormone levels after stimulation is not reliable for identifying carriers of 21-hydroxylase deficiency; genetic testing is necessary.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Adolescents
The document concludes that diagnosing PCOS in teenagers is difficult and should focus on specific hormone levels and menstrual irregularities, while also considering treatment for symptoms and related health issues.
research How to Diagnose and Treat Medically Women with Excessive Hair
Treating excessive hair in women requires a holistic approach, including medical, aesthetic, and emotional support.
research Health-related quality of life in women with polycystic ovary syndrome attending to a tertiary hospital in Southeastern Spain: a case-control study
Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) have a lower health-related quality of life, especially those with an anovulatory phenotype, and may need specific interventions to improve it.
research PCOS: update and diagnostic approach
The document concludes that more research is needed to fully understand the causes of PCOS.
research Cardiovascular toxicity of minoxidil in the marmoset
High doses of minoxidil can harm marmoset hearts and kidneys, possibly affecting humans similarly.
research Finasteride Induced Gynecomastia
Finasteride can cause enlarged breasts.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with PCOS-related infertility can often conceive with treatments like clomiphene and metformin, but managing pregnancy complications is important.
research Finasteride for treatment of refractory hemospermia: prospective placebo-controlled study
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Special Diagnostic and Therapeutic Considerations for Children
Early diagnosis and treatment of PCOS in young people is important to prevent long-term health problems.
research Disease progression of dermatophytic pseudomycetoma in a Persian cat
The cat died from a hard-to-treat fungal infection despite various treatments.
research Interventional studies for polycystic ovarian syndrome in children and adolescents
Early treatment and lifestyle changes are important for managing PCOS in young people to prevent long-term health issues.
research Photoacoustic Imaging as a Tool for Assessing Hair Follicular Organization
Photoacoustic imaging can accurately assess hair follicle density and orientation for hair transplant planning.
research HA Filler Injection and Skin Quality–Literature Minireview and Injection Techniques
Hyaluronic acid filler injections are a favored non-surgical method to improve facial aging signs due to their convenience, effectiveness, and durability.
research The effect of alfacalcidiol and metformin on metabolic disturbances in women with polycystic ovary syndrome
Metformin effectively improves metabolic symptoms in women with PCOS, while alfacalcidiol does not have a significant impact.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Reproductive Health: A Comprehensive Review
PCOS is a major cause of infertility and requires personalized treatment.
research Comparing classic and newer phenotypes in Greek PCOS women: the prevalence of metabolic syndrome and their association with insulin resistance.
Greek women with classic PCOS are more likely to have metabolic syndrome and insulin resistance than those with newer PCOS types.
research Recurring Chemotherapy-Associated Alopecia Areata: Case Report and Literature Review
Chemotherapy may cause recurring hair loss due to an autoimmune response.
research Thrombocytopenia and Leukopenia Associated with Itraconazole
Itraconazole may cause low platelet and white blood cell counts.
research Penile vascular abnormalities in young men with persistent side effects after finasteride use for the treatment of androgenic alopecia
Finasteride for hair loss may cause lasting sexual, genitourinary, mental, and anti-androgenic side effects in young men.
research Hyperandrogenism, Elevated 17-Hydroxyprogesterone and Its Urinary Metabolites in a Young Woman with Ovarian Steroid Cell Tumor, Not Otherwise Specified: Case Report and Review of the Literature
A young woman's symptoms suggested PCOS, but tests and surgery confirmed and treated a rare ovarian tumor, resolving her condition.
research Effect of metformin on clinical and biochemical hyperandrogenism in adolescent girls with type 1 diabetes
Metformin improved menstrual cycle regularity and signs of hyperandrogenism in adolescent girls with type 1 diabetes but did not improve blood sugar control.
research Hereditary vitamin D rickets: a case series in a family
Three siblings with a genetic form of rickets showed different symptoms of the disease.
research Identification of Breast Cancer-Associated Lipids in Scalp Hair
Breast cancer may be detectable through changes in scalp hair lipids.
research Autoimmune polyendocrinopathy-candidiasis-ectodermal dystrophy syndrome (APECED) due to AIRET16M mutation in a consanguineous Greek girl
An 11-year-old Greek girl was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder, highlighting the importance of genetic testing and family history.
research How to Evaluate Acne in Reproductive-Age Women: An Epidemiological Study in Chinese Communities
Acne in reproductive-age women may be linked to conditions like PCOS and lifestyle factors, so doctors should check for these when treating acne.
research Diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis in a 33-year-old woman with PCOS and metabolic syndrome: a rare scenario
A 33-year-old woman with PCOS and metabolic syndrome was unusually diagnosed with a bone condition called DISH, suggesting a possible link between these conditions.