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

Hidradenitis suppurativa, a chronic skin disease, can be managed with antibiotics, lifestyle changes, and in severe cases, surgery. Early diagnosis and careful planning are key, and laser treatment can be an efficient solution for mild to severe cases.

The document concludes that the 5 alpha-reductase enzymes are important in steroid metabolism and related to various human diseases, with inhibitors used to treat conditions like male pattern baldness and prostate issues.

Male and female skin differ in many ways, which could lead to gender-specific skin treatments.

Targeting androgen receptors could be a promising way to treat skin disorders with fewer side effects.

Hair follicles produce and respond to melatonin, affecting hair growth and sensitivity to estrogen.

Lowering testosterone speeds up wound healing in male mice.

Women with PCOS often have skin problems like excessive hair, acne, hair loss, and dark patches, which can be treated with hormonal and non-hormonal therapies.

People with diabetes or obesity should manage their conditions carefully as they have a higher risk of severe COVID-19.

Hidradenitis suppurativa treatment should be tailored to the individual, with quitting smoking being important.

Hair growth is influenced by interactions between skin layers, growth factors, and hormones, but the exact mechanisms are not fully understood.

The document suggests that targeting the hormone DHT could be a more effective treatment for prostate cancer than targeting testosterone.

Androgens play a complex role in skin conditions like acne and hair loss in women, and normal blood levels don't always show true androgen status.

Impaired androgen production in 46,XY DSDs causes ambiguous genitalia and requires long-term care.

Certain drugs that block specific enzymes can help treat prostate diseases.

Toxic epidermal necrolysis is a severe skin reaction often linked to drugs, requiring careful medication use and supportive care.

Hormonal treatments are effective for severe or persistent acne and should be used with other acne therapies, considering potential side effects.

FAGA diagnosis uses blood tests and trichoscopy, with treatments like topical minoxidil, oral anti-androgens, and hormone-modulating drugs.

Hormone treatments can help with women's skin and hair disorders, but they need careful monitoring and more research.

Hormone therapies like birth control pills and spironolactone are safe and effective for treating women's adult acne.

Testing for CAG repeat polymorphism in the androgen receptor gene is not currently recommended for managing hypogonadism.

Antiandrogens are effective for conditions like prostate cancer and skin issues, but more research is needed to confirm their benefits and minimize side effects.

Testosterone therapy can improve sexual desire and function in postmenopausal women but should be used cautiously and not based solely on testosterone levels.

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.

Using neurohormones to control keratin can lead to new skin disease treatments.

PCOS may start before birth, involves metabolic issues, and can be treated with drugs like metformin and lifestyle changes.

Hormonal therapy is a treatment option for acne, the only medical treatment for hirsutism, and the most promising for androgenetic alopecia.

ARL15 is important for fat cell development and the release of the hormone adiponectin.

Finasteride treats enlarged prostate and baldness, but may cause limited urinary improvement and sex-related side effects.

Many treatments for hair loss lack proper testing and FDA approval, so their effectiveness is uncertain.