Hormones

Androgenic Alopecia: Causes, Signs, and Treatments

Androgenic Alopecia (AGA), also referred to as ‘androgenetic alopecia’, is a common, progressive, non-scarring type of hair loss condition that arises due to miniaturization...

Chronic Telogen Effluvium: Causes, Symptoms & Recovery Guide

Chronic Telogen Effluvium (CTE) is a common form of diffuse, non-scarring alopecia characterized by excessive hair shedding that persists for more than six months....

Hirsutism: What It Is and How to Manage It

Hirsutism is a medical condition in which women develop thick, dark hair in places like the face or chest. It is typically caused by...

Hyperinsulinemia: Causes, Symptoms, and Management

Hyperinsulinemia refers to higher-than-normal (hyper-) insulin levels in the blood (-emia). Produced by the pancreas, insulin is an essential hormone that regulates blood sugar...

Addisonian Crisis: How to Recognize & Respond Quickly

Addisonian crisis, or acute adrenal crisis, is a rare and potentially fatal condition where the adrenal glands don't produce enough cortisol during stressful situations....