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Too much androgen can cause hair loss; finasteride may help.

Androgens have complex effects on hair growth, promoting it in some areas but causing hair loss in others, and our understanding of this is still evolving.

Effective hair loss treatment in women requires correct diagnosis and can include medications like minoxidil, antiandrogens, and treatments for underlying conditions like PCOS.

5α-reductase inhibitors can cause sexual problems, higher risk of aggressive prostate cancer, and depression.

Acne is caused by genetics, diet, hormones, and bacteria, with treatments not yet curative.

The document concludes that careful evaluation is key to diagnose and treat women with hair loss, with tests for thyroid, iron, and hormones as needed.

The balance between androgen receptor and p53 is crucial for sebaceous gland differentiation.

Environmental factors at different levels control hair stem cell activity, which could lead to new hair growth and alopecia treatments.

Certain gene variants may contribute to high androgen levels in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.

Topical finasteride and flutamide reduce gland size and enzyme activity, with flutamide being more potent, potentially treating acne, seborrhea, hirsutism, and androgenic alopecia.

Testosterone and dihydrotestosterone play a role in women's health issues like excess hair and baldness, and treatments blocking these hormones may help.

Androgen receptor signaling causes early aging of cells important for hair growth by damaging their DNA.

Hormonal contraceptives can help treat acne by affecting sebum production and androgen levels.

Different skin cells process testosterone differently, and certain drugs can change this process, possibly helping treat acne and hair loss.

New drugs are improving treatment for hormone-related diseases in small pets.

Diagnosing hyperandrogenism in women is complex and requires accurate testing methods and consideration of SHBG levels.

The document concludes that hormonal biomarkers are key for diagnosing hyperandrogenemia in women and hypogonadism in men.

The conclusion is that while oral contraceptive pills are effective for PCOS-related high androgen levels, new treatments with fewer side effects are needed.

The document explains that hirsutism, often caused by hormonal issues, can be managed with treatment to improve both physical appearance and mental health.

Simvastatin may help manage symptoms in women with non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia by lowering cholesterol and certain hormone levels.

Androgens, like DHT, affect hair growth and treatments like finasteride may help.

Women with nonclassical congenital adrenal hyperplasia may have a higher risk of fertility issues and miscarriages, and should get genetic counseling.

Early treatment of PCOS in teens is crucial to prevent long-term health issues like diabetes and heart disease.

Hirsutism is mainly caused by high androgen levels or sensitivity, with PCOS being the most common cause.

Nutrease powder, a high-protein, low-carb supplement, can help manage Polycystic Ovary Syndrome symptoms, regulate periods, improve ovulation, and restore fertility.

The enzyme steroid sulfatase is linked to breast cancer and other conditions, and inhibitors are being developed for treatment.

Removing part of the vitamin D receptor stops vitamin D from working properly.

Exposure to too much androgen before birth might cause polycystic ovary syndrome later in life.

Insulin resistance is a key factor in polycystic ovary syndrome, but genetics may also contribute.

Androgens can both increase and decrease hair growth in different parts of the body.