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Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) is crucial for conditions like male-pattern baldness and acne, and measuring a byproduct, androstanediol glucuronide, is a better way to assess DHT's effects than DHT blood levels.

The more lipophilic the progesterone derivative, the better it binds to androgen receptors and has antiandrogenic effects.

Low-dose anti-androgen drugs and certain drug combinations are effective for hirsutism, and insulin sensitizers show promise, especially for those with polycystic ovarian syndrome.

Androgen therapy can help with symptoms like low libido in women, but more research is needed to understand its long-term safety and effects on health.

Flutamide and a new synthetic steroid affected brain and prostate chemicals and showed potential for treating androgen-related conditions and epilepsy.

The girl's unexpected pubic hair growth led to a diagnosis different from complete androgen insensitivity syndrome.

Norgestimate is the most effective birth control progestin for reducing an enzyme linked to acne and excessive hair growth in women.

Early adrenal gland maturation in young children can be normal, but other serious conditions should be ruled out first.

Too much male hormone in mothers can negatively affect the sexual behavior of both male and female baby mice.

Hormones, especially androgens, play a key role in acne, which can be a symptom of systemic diseases like PCOS and may require targeted treatment.

Androstanediol glucuronide is a reliable marker for hirsutism in women.

Cyproterone acetate plus ethinyl estradiol is generally more effective in treating hirsutism, but consider side effects and patient characteristics.

Androgen self-administration might be controlled by membrane receptors, not nuclear ones.

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

Finasteride reduces movement issues in Parkinson's disease rats.

Hormonal changes and psychological issues can cause sexual dysfunction in postmenopausal women. Behavioral therapy is recommended first, with hormone replacement helping some symptoms but not libido. Testosterone can improve libido, but its effects on overall sexual function are unclear. Emotional and relationship issues should be addressed before using medication, and the benefits and risks of testosterone supplementation should be considered.

Flutamide is more effective and has fewer side effects than spironolactone for treating hirsutism.

The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment of Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia are crucial for preventing serious health issues and improving patient outcomes.

Longer hair loss leads to more severe CCCA; early treatment and avoiding damaging hairstyles help regrowth.

Treatments for common hair loss include minoxidil, finasteride, and hair transplantation.

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.

The document concludes that a systematic approach is crucial to identify causes of androgen excess in women beyond the most common cause, Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

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

The conclusion is that young women with excessive hair growth should be quickly tested for hormonal issues and treated to improve their social well-being.

New treatments for PCOS focus on managing symptoms and improving fertility.

PSA levels are higher in women with PCOS, but FAI is a more accurate marker for diagnosis.

An unusual growth of Leydig cells in a woman's ovaries caused her excessive hair growth, which was treated successfully with surgery.

The research identified key molecules that help hair matrix and dermal papilla cells communicate and influence hair growth in cashmere goats.

Castration is preferred for non-breeding male dogs with BPH, but other treatments are available with specific pros and cons.

Women with androgenetic alopecia (hair loss) have normal prostate specific antigen levels but higher testosterone levels.