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A patient with myotonic dystrophy had several autoimmune disorders and thyroid cancer, suggesting a possible link between these conditions.

Understanding how androgens work is key for creating new treatments for prostate issues and hair/skin conditions.

Finasteride causes temporary cell death in BPH tissues.

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

Estrogens help reduce skin aging, and SERMs might offer similar benefits without the risks of hormone therapy.

Hormonal treatments can help with acne, especially in women, by lowering androgen levels or blocking their effects.

Excessive hair growth in women often has no known cause and is not linked to race or other hormonal symptoms.

Androgens can both increase body hair and cause scalp hair loss.

Researchers found that hair shedding happens mostly when new hair is growing and involves a unique process.

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

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.

Antiandrogen treatments combined with oral contraceptives can help manage hair growth and hair loss in women with PCOS.

The document concludes that managing hirsutism involves identifying the cause, using a scoring system for severity, combining cosmetic and medical treatments, encouraging weight loss, and providing psychological support, while noting the need for more research on drug treatments.

Human sebaceous glands contain enzymes that affect androgen production and may influence sebum production and acne.

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

New treatments for enlarged prostate are being developed, some of which may be more effective than current medications.

Topical therapies show promise for hair loss and acne treatment with minimal side effects.

Testosterone therapy can improve sexual satisfaction and mood in surgically menopausal women when used with estrogen, but its long-term safety and effects on naturally menopausal and premenopausal women are unclear.

Hormone imbalances from endocrine diseases can cause various skin conditions that help diagnose and treat these diseases early.

PSA can help diagnose high androgen levels in women.

The woman's rare combination of diseases suggests an unknown factor may predispose individuals to multiple endocrine diseases.

Keratins help protect cells, aid in cancer diagnosis, and influence cancer behavior and treatment.

Stress can worsen skin and hair conditions by affecting the skin's immune response and hormone levels.

PCOS is a complex disorder in women that can lead to various health risks and requires personalized treatment.

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

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.

Oestrogens are key for bone growth during puberty in both boys and girls.

Estrogen therapy can reduce skin aging but has cancer risks.

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