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Antiandrogens affect androgen-dependent body functions and are used for various medical conditions, with some risks like fetus feminization, but new forms like 17α-propylmesterolone show promise for acne without systemic effects.

Genetic defects in testosterone production can cause hormonal and developmental disorders, and more research is needed to understand androgen regulation and develop safer treatments.

Excessive body hair in women can be caused by various conditions and treated with medication like Diane® 35 or androgen blockers.

Hormones, especially androgens, play a key role in causing acne, and treatments like hormone control pills and hormone-blocking medications can help.

Postmenopausal hyperandrogenism, a condition with symptoms like increased hair growth and acne, is usually caused by PCOS but can also be due to other factors. It's diagnosed by checking testosterone levels and treated either by removing the adrenal tumor or through antiandrogen therapy.

DHEA supplementation may improve quality of life, neuropsychological functions, and sexual satisfaction in individuals with adrenal insufficiency, but more research is needed to confirm its safety and effectiveness.

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

The conclusion is that accurately identifying the cause of high androgen levels in women with PCOS is crucial and requires specific tests.

Spironolactone is a safe and effective treatment for reducing excessive hair growth in women.

Oral contraceptives help treat hyperandrogenic disorders, improving symptoms like excessive hair and acne.

Young women with diffuse hair loss may have low SHBG levels, which could lead to more active testosterone and contribute to their hair loss.

Eating high glycemic foods and drinking milk may worsen acne by increasing insulin and IGF-1 levels.

Hormonal therapy is a good option for women with severe acne, especially when there's a chance of hormone imbalance.

Birth control pills and cyproterone acetate can help treat acne in women, especially when linked to hormonal issues.

Hormonal treatments can improve acne, but they come with potential side effects and risks.

Spironolactone is effective and safe for treating excessive facial hair in women.

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

Hirsutism is too much hair growth in women like the pattern in men, often caused by high male hormones, and can be treated with hormone control and hair removal methods.

The document concludes that managing female hyperandrogenism requires a combination of identifying the cause, lifestyle changes, medication, and cosmetic treatments.

Patterned hair loss in women is linked to hormonal imbalances and biochemical changes, and should be evaluated for underlying health issues.

Most Spanish Caucasian women have a widow's peak, and their hormone levels suggest they process certain hormones faster.

The document concluded that more research is needed to understand how estrogen affects the enzyme involved in hirsutism development.

Cimetidine cream shows potential for treating warts and female-pattern hair loss.

Treating classic 21-hydroxylase deficiency requires precise glucocorticoid dosing and attention to individual patient needs, with new treatments showing promise.

Low testosterone does not prevent prostate cancer in men with type 1 diabetes.

Prostate cancer risk is not linked to blood testosterone levels.

A woman's rare ovarian tumor was treated with surgery, which stopped her symptoms and normalized her hormone levels.

Hirsutism is excessive hair growth in women often caused by polycystic ovarian syndrome, and identifying the cause is important for managing associated health risks.

Hormone imbalances can cause specific skin changes, which may help in early detection of endocrine disorders.

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