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Certain inhibitors can potentially treat prostate cancer and other hormone-dependent conditions by controlling sex hormone levels in cells.

Topical antiandrogens might treat skin issues like hair growth, balding, and acne, but finding effective treatments without side effects is challenging.

Most adrenal cortex tumors are benign and non-secreting, but proper diagnosis and treatment are important due to the rare possibility of cancer.

All women with significant unwanted hair growth have hormonal imbalances, often from polycystic ovary syndrome.

Androgen suppression therapy (AST) doesn't significantly lower bladder cancer risk, but using finasteride, a type of AST, might reduce it. AST decreases recurrence-free survival but doesn't affect overall survival or progression-free survival. More research is needed to understand AST's benefits.

Women with PCOS and androgenic alopecia have different triglyceride metabolism compared to those without hair loss.

Most women with excessive hair growth have a hormonal cause.

Hirsutism is excessive male-pattern hair growth mainly caused by ovarian hormones, and severe cases may require costly treatment with side effects.

Human skin acts like a hormone-producing organ, making and managing various hormones important for skin and hair health.

5α-reductase is essential for male sexual development and its inhibitors have potential in treating various conditions related to hormone action.

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

Women with PCOS have different levels of certain fats and proteins in their blood, which could help diagnose the condition.

Nuclear hormone receptors play a significant role in skin wound healing and could lead to better treatment methods.

Betacoronaviruses, like COVID-19, may cause hormone system dysfunction and affect disease susceptibility and severity.

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.

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

Finasteride helps treat prostate issues and may prevent prostate cancer in high-risk men.

The document concludes that hair loss is common and can be treated with medications like minoxidil or surgical options, and it significantly affects people's psychological well-being.

Bald men may have a lower risk of testicular cancer.

Age affects how certain proteins involved in COVID-19 infection are expressed in mice, but sex hormones and heart injury do not.

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.

A woman with low thyroid function did not lose her hair during chemotherapy, possibly because her hair follicles were less affected by the treatment.

Riboflavin 5′-phosphate (FMN) shows potential for treating androgen-related conditions but may be limited in treating prostate cancer.

Marine-derived ingredients show potential for hair health but need more human trials to confirm effectiveness.

Skin produces different hormones depending on body part and sex, and a new method can measure them.

The guideline suggests using specific criteria to diagnose PCOS, recommends various treatments for its symptoms, and advises screening for related health issues.

The modified Ferriman-Gallwey method is a useful tool for diagnosing hirsutism.

Hair loss in men is common, treatable, but not curable.

Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia is a genetic disorder with two forms, causing symptoms like early puberty and severe acne, but can be identified through screening and treated with glucocorticoids.

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