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Male pattern baldness may be caused by scalp pressure on hair follicles, which increases with age and leads to a cycle of hair loss. This process is not directly determined by genes.

The gene SDR5A1 is found in scalp hair of both hirsute and normal individuals, but it does not explain differences in hair growth.

Different drugs can treat high male hormone levels in women, but they have various effects and some may harm a fetus.

Blocking androgen activity in newborn rats affects body weight and appetite-related hormones differently in males and females.

Certain gene variations and irregular X chromosome activity may contribute to hair loss in women who can have children.

The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment of PCOS in teenagers is important for managing symptoms and preventing long-term health problems.

Advancements in hair biology include new treatments and tools for hair growth and alopecia.

Hair loss in women is genetic, diagnosed by examination and biopsy, and treated with minoxidil, finasteride, or transplantation.

Insulin resistance and obesity are key factors in the development and worsening of polycystic ovary syndrome, and lifestyle changes are important for managing it.

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.

Most women with excess hair growth have an underlying hormonal issue, often treated with medication and hair removal methods.

Hair loss needs more research for better treatments.

The document concludes that hirsutism is the main sign for diagnosing hyperandrogenism, which requires a detailed patient history and physical exam.

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

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

Spironolactone improved blood vessel function and cholesterol levels in non-obese women with PCOS.

Insulin-lowering medications show promise for PCOS symptoms but can't be the main treatment yet due to limited long-term research.

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

Sex hormone treatments can increase muscle mass in older adults but have inconsistent effects on muscle function and may carry cardiovascular risks.

Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) stops hair growth in mice by lowering a growth factor important for hair.

NcoA4 may have roles beyond helping control gene activity, possibly affecting cell behavior and stability.

Hormonal treatment is effective for women with acne not helped by usual treatments, especially if they have hormonal imbalances.

Lack or blocking of SRD5a, a key component in hormone creation, can lead to conditions like pseudohermaphrodism and affect hair growth, bone mass, muscle strength, and reproductive health. More research is needed on its regulation from fertilization to adulthood.

Testosterone therapy helps boys with hormone deficiencies develop normal male characteristics and grow properly.

The document concludes that proper diagnosis and tailored long-term treatment can effectively manage androgenic disorders in women, improving patient care outcomes.

Researchers created five new human scalp cell lines that could be useful for hair growth and loss research.

Researchers created a cell line to study hair growth and found specific genes affected by dihydrotestosterone.

Hirsutism in women often indicates a hormonal imbalance and can be managed with a combination of hormonal treatments and hair removal methods.

Finasteride may cause kidney damage.

Hair growth is influenced by hormones and goes through different phases; androgens can both promote and inhibit hair growth depending on the body area.