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Effective hirsutism management requires identifying the cause, combining new and traditional treatments, and setting realistic expectations for patients.

Finasteride treats enlarged prostate, shrinks it, improves urination, but may cause sexual dysfunction and isn't for women or children.

Hormonal changes and psychological issues can cause sexual dysfunction in postmenopausal women. Behavioral therapy is recommended first, with hormone replacement helping some symptoms but not libido. Testosterone can improve libido, but its effects on overall sexual function are unclear. Emotional and relationship issues should be addressed before using medication, and the benefits and risks of testosterone supplementation should be considered.

Decorin helps keep hair follicle stem cells and may prevent age-related hair loss.

Testosterone can both promote hair growth and cause baldness by affecting hair growth signals.

The document explains how certain drugs block hormones to treat cancers like breast and prostate cancer.

Female pattern hair loss is common, linked to polycystic ovarian syndrome, and treated with topical Minoxidil.

Triptorelin helps evaluate hormone production in Sertoli-Leydig cell tumors.

The girl's unexpected pubic hair growth led to a diagnosis different from complete androgen insensitivity syndrome.

The document concludes that targeting 5α-reductase, the androgen receptor, and hair growth genes, along with using compounds with anti-androgenic properties, could lead to more effective hair loss treatments.

Use "female pattern hair loss" term, assess androgen excess, treat with minoxidil and other medications if needed.

Adult female acne requires a comprehensive treatment approach, including medical options and lifestyle changes, with attention to psychological well-being.

Hirsutism is excessive male-pattern hair growth in women, often caused by hormonal imbalances, and requires ongoing treatment to manage.

Isotretinoin improves severe acne without changing androgen or insulin levels but may increase body weight and triglycerides.

Exemestane is effective and safe for treating certain breast cancers, with mild side effects, but needs more research on long-term effects.

Women with hyperandrogenism have higher androgen levels and lower SHBG, which may contribute to conditions like excessive hair growth and early puberty.

Three to five ovarian punctures are best for improving fertility in women with PCOS without harming the ovaries.

Low dose finasteride decreases certain steroids, possibly increasing depression risk.

Adult acne is more common in women, often linked to hormones, and can be harder to treat.

PRP treatment improves hair growth, and the device used can affect results, with some being more effective.

Finasteride helps regrow hair and shrink prostate by reducing DHT, with some sexual side effects.

Antiandrogens, particularly flutamide and CPA, are most effective for treating hirsutism, with long-term use needed for best results.

Using finasteride or dutasteride may cause long-lasting erectile dysfunction.

Spironolactone improved blood vessel function and cholesterol levels in non-obese women with PCOS.

Spironolactone is better than placebo for reducing excessive hair growth in women, but its effectiveness for acne is unclear due to small study sizes.

Treatments for common hair loss include minoxidil, finasteride, and hair transplantation.

Certain inhibitors can potentially treat prostate cancer and other hormone-dependent conditions by controlling sex hormone levels in cells.

Irregular menstrual cycles in teenagers are linked to a higher risk of polycystic ovary syndrome and metabolic syndrome.

Two young siblings experienced hair loss without hormone issues or other skin problems.

Menopause often leads to lower sexual desire and discomfort during sex, but treatment should be personalized and only if it bothers the woman.