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Testosterone treatment can improve sexual function and bone density in women but may have adverse effects and requires more research on safety and guidelines.

Spironolactone plus finasteride reduces hirsutism more effectively.

Acne is a common skin condition linked to diet, hormones, and genetics, and early treatment can prevent scarring.

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.

Antiandrogens can help treat skin conditions like acne and excessive hair in women when used carefully.

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.

Oral contraceptives help treat hyperandrogenic disorders, improving symptoms like excessive hair and acne.

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

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

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).

Insulin resistance is linked to PCOS and can lead to other health issues, but treatments like metformin can help manage symptoms.

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.

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

The document concludes that blocking the internal pathways that create androgens might help treat cancers that depend on sex hormones.

Treating hirsutism in women often requires a mix of medications and cosmetic methods for best results.

Cyproterone acetate is effective for treating hirsutism, but some patients may feel worse on low-dose maintenance therapy.

Hirsutism in women is often due to hormone sensitivity and has significant psychological effects.

Birth control pills can help reduce mild to moderate acne in women.

Finasteride effectively treats hair loss and enlarged prostate in men, with mild side effects.

The levonorgestrel implant increases free testosterone and lowers SHBG more than DMPA-IM and the copper IUD.

Finasteride effectively treats BPH, but needs more trials to understand potential.

5α reductase inhibitors treat hair loss but may cause sexual side effects and risks.

Effective hair loss treatment in women requires correct diagnosis and can include medications like minoxidil, antiandrogens, and treatments for underlying conditions like PCOS.

Testosterone therapy can help improve sexual desire and function in postmenopausal women but may cause side effects and is not FDA-approved for this use.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome can cause hair loss and skin issues, and early treatment is important for preventing complications.

Long-term use of dutasteride for enlarged prostate may worsen blood sugar, cholesterol, and erectile dysfunction.

Women with PCOS in North China often have hirsutism and acne, with hirsutism linked to metabolic issues.

The treatment effectively reduced hair growth and was safe for patients with PCOS, but it needs better bleeding control.

Antiandrogens can treat female hormonal conditions, but environmental ones may harm reproductive health.

Inositol was more effective than metformin in improving menstrual cycles and pregnancy rates in PCOS patients.