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Skin problems in PCOS, like excess hair, acne, and hair loss, may not always indicate high male hormone levels and need careful diagnosis for proper treatment.

High androgen levels in postmenopausal women may suggest an ovarian tumor, and removing it can improve heart and metabolic health.

5α-reductase inhibitors help treat disorders caused by DHT and have potential for future therapies.

Glucocorticoids and sex hormones affect skin health, with potential for targeted treatments to minimize side effects and treat skin conditions.

The effects of estrogen on human scalp hair growth are unclear and need more research.

Using 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors may improve bladder cancer survival in men.

Steroid hormones are crucial for body functions and have various medical uses, but their misuse can lead to dependence.

Women with non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia have higher risk for heart and metabolic problems.

The traditional herbal formulas Yongdamsagan-Tang and Paljung-san, along with the drug finasteride, can reduce inflammation and may work together without affecting each other's effectiveness against benign prostatic hyperplasia.

Estrogen helps prevent artery plaque by stopping monocyte capture in blood vessels.

The document concludes that treatments for female hair loss and excess body hair are available, but managing expectations is important.

PCOS is a hormonal disorder causing infertility and menstrual problems, often linked to obesity and can lead to acne, treated with hormonal and insulin-sensitizing medications.

PCOS is linked to a higher risk of endometrial cancer but not ovarian or breast cancer, and more research is needed on its role in cancer development and treatment effects.

Finasteride in male rats causes liver and metabolic issues in their offspring.

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

PCOS is a complex condition with major health impacts, needing more research for better diagnosis and treatment.

The European Society of Endocrinology advises individualized long-term management for PCOS, focusing on lifestyle changes, accurate diagnosis, and treatments for associated health risks and symptoms.

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

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

Androgens can both increase and decrease hair growth in different parts of the body.

Male and female bodies respond differently to stress, influenced by hormones and development stages, with implications for stress-related diseases.

Male hormones, particularly DHT, are linked to male pattern hair loss, and treatments like finasteride can help, but they don't work for postmenopausal women's hair loss, which may have different causes.

Androgens can cause hair growth in some areas and hair loss on the scalp.

The update highlights that non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia is common in women with excess male hormones, requires specific hormone tests for diagnosis, and has various treatment options depending on age and symptoms.

Melatonin helps regulate hair growth and protects the hair follicle from stress.

Drospirenone is a unique progestin with anti-water retention and potential blood pressure benefits, used in birth control and hormone therapy.

Both genes and environmental factors like chemicals may contribute to the increase in hypospadias, but the exact causes are still unclear.

Hormones and metabolism play a complex role in prostate enlargement, and more research is needed to improve diagnosis and treatment.

Hormonal treatments, including birth control and antiandrogens, can effectively treat acne in women.

The conclusion is that early diagnosis and a multi-system treatment approach are crucial for managing PCOS and its associated health risks.