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A woman's excessive hair growth was linked to a rare case of high testosterone caused by a prolactin-producing pituitary tumor.

The exact causes of baldness are not fully understood, limiting treatment options.

Saw palmetto extract may help with hair loss and acne but needs more research on safety and long-term effects.

High levels of 3 alpha-diol glucuronide in the blood are a marker of increased androgen action in women with excessive hair growth of unknown cause.

PCOS is a condition causing irregular periods, excess male hormones, and infertility, often managed by targeting insulin resistance and specific symptoms.

Bicalutamide may help treat female pattern hair loss.

Steroidogenesis inhibitors change but don't stop androgen production in prostate cancer.

Androgen excess disorders in women were effectively treated with spironolactone, estrogen, and dexamethasone.

The document concludes that hair biology is complex and there are still unanswered questions about hair loss and follicle changes.

The conclusion is that endocrinology significantly impacts medicine with various common medications used for treatment.

Certain supplements, like whey protein isolate and growth hormones, can worsen hair loss.

Testosterone is key for male sexual function, and treating hormone imbalances can improve sexual issues.

The document says that understanding the causes of PCOS is important for treatment, especially in distinguishing the syndrome from just having cystic ovaries, and that losing weight is key for obese women with PCOS.

The document concludes that treating androgen excess needs patience, managing expectations is important, and many drugs used are not officially approved, suggesting cosmetic options for mild cases.

Finasteride helps hair growth and prostate issues but may cause sexual side effects and increase tumor risk.

Finasteride safely reduces excessive hair growth in women.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome can cause hair loss and skin issues, and early treatment is important for preventing complications.

Testosterone treatment can improve sexual function and bone density in women but may have adverse effects and requires more research on safety and guidelines.

Finasteride and metformin both help treat PCOS, but using them together works best.

Hormonal treatments can help with acne but are not the first choice due to side effects and the need for careful patient selection.

Finasteride is a safe, effective treatment for hirsutism with fewer side effects.

Diane 35 plus finasteride is more effective for treating hirsutism.

Spironolactone helps regrow hair in women with hair loss.

Eating healthy, exercising, and taking certain supplements can help manage Polycystic Ovary Syndrome symptoms.

Finasteride effectively reduces hair growth in women with polycystic ovary syndrome or idiopathic hirsutism.

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

Minoxidil effectively treats female pattern hair loss.

Birth control pills combined with bicalutamide are more effective at reducing excessive hair growth in women with PCOS than birth control pills alone.

Blocking the FGF5 gene in sheep leads to more fine wool and active hair follicles due to changes in certain cell signaling pathways.