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Sebaceous glands play a key role in skin health, immunity, and various skin diseases.

The document concludes that various cosmetic and drug treatments are available for hirsutism, and some new drugs show promise.

Aging causes hair to gray and thin, with the timing of graying varying by race, and factors like oxidative stress and genetics can lead to hair loss.

The document concludes that new treatments for skin conditions are complex but effective, including spironolactone for female hair loss and propranolol for infantile hemangiomas.

New treatments for PCOS show promise, but no current medication treats all aspects of the condition.

PCOS treatment focuses on lifestyle changes and specific medications to manage symptoms and complications.

Cholesterol balance is important for hair health, and problems with it can lead to hair loss conditions.

Statins may help treat PCOS by lowering androgen levels and improving cholesterol.

Minoxidil may work for hair loss by reducing androgen sensitivity and altering hormone-related enzymes.

Different treatments for PCOS focus on the specific symptoms, with weight loss and lifestyle changes being important.

High doses of testosterone disrupt hormone levels and receptor expression in the uterus, affecting fertility.

Increased FGFR2b signaling, influenced by androgens, plays a role in causing acne.

Gender-affirming therapy can cause skin issues like acne and hair loss in transgender adolescents, and more research is needed on its dermatological effects.

Two drugs, finasteride and minoxidil, are approved for hair loss treatment, but new therapies are being developed.

Androgens are important for female fertility and could help in IVF treatment, but also play a role in causing PCOS.

Polycystic ovary syndrome increases the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and endometrial cancer, and requires early treatment to manage these risks.

Hormones like androgens, estrogen, thyroid hormones, and stress hormones can contribute to hair loss, and treatments target these hormonal imbalances.

Hormones like testosterone and estrogen significantly affect hair growth and structure.

The document concludes that PCOS is a complex disorder caused by both genetic and environmental factors, affecting women's health in various ways, and requires personalized treatment.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common condition in women that can cause metabolic, reproductive, and psychological issues, and requires lifestyle changes and medication for management.

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.

Certain medications including flutamide, spironolactone, and others effectively reduce excessive hair growth in women, especially when combined with lifestyle changes.

Antiandrogens, particularly flutamide and CPA, are most effective for treating hirsutism, with long-term use needed for best results.

Low-dose finasteride effectively treats hirsutism, is safe, and cost-effective.

Some plant-derived compounds may help with hormonal conditions, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.

Finasteride reduces hair growth and is safe for women with excessive hair.

The model suggests that scalp tension could lead to hair loss, with factors like blood vessel hardening, enlarged oil glands, and poor microcirculation also playing a role. It also hints at a possible link between skull shape and baldness pattern.

Finasteride reduces hirsutism effectively with fewer side effects but is a second-choice treatment due to safety concerns.

Suppressing certain hormones might help prevent prostate cancer.

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