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Combination therapy with oral contraceptives and spironolactone improves hair growth, menstrual issues, and acne in women with PCOS.

The conclusion is that the best initial treatment for hirsutism is usually oral contraceptives, with the addition of antiandrogens or insulin sensitizers if needed, and topical eflornithine or laser treatments as supplementary options.

Non-daily contraceptives cause fewer side effects and are more satisfying to women, and certain oral contraceptives can treat acne and seborrhoea, with a combination of chlormadinone acetate and ethinyl estradiol being highly effective and safe.

Cyproterone acetate is effective for treating hirsutism and acne but less so for hair loss, with side effects similar to birth control pills.

Hormonal treatments are effective as a second-line option for moderate-to-severe acne in females, but should be used with caution due to health risks.

Excessive hair growth in women, often from high androgen levels, is usually caused by PCOS, and can be treated with hair removal, medication, and possibly weight loss.

Combination drug therapy is effective for hirsutism that doesn't improve with just one medication.

Hormone therapies like birth control pills and spironolactone are safe and effective for treating women's adult acne.

Most treatments for hair loss in 1997 were not effective for most people, and maintaining hair growth was difficult.

Combining lifestyle changes and medication is most effective for managing PCOS symptoms.

Insulin sensitizers may slightly reduce hirsutism but are less effective than other treatments.

Acne treatment varies, with topical and systemic therapies effective, and more research needed on treatment order and long-term effects.

Insulin resistance and high male hormone levels are major causes of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.

Minoxidil 2% and 5% are common treatments for female pattern hair loss, with other options including anti-androgens, oral contraceptives, and hair transplantation.

Both oral contraceptives reduced hirsutism in PCOS patients, but adding metformin showed no extra benefit.

Some treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride are effective for hair loss, but there's no agreed best treatment.

African Americans lack knowledge about laser hair removal safety, Nd:Yag laser treatment is effective with high satisfaction, pressure during surgery can cause hair loss, and treating ovarian inflammation may help with alopecia areata.

Antiandrogen therapies are beneficial for treating skin and hair conditions related to androgen levels.

Recent hair loss research shows some progress, especially in understanding male pattern baldness, but effective treatments for many types of hair loss are still lacking.

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.

PCOS is a common hormonal disorder with symptoms like irregular periods and excess hair growth, managed with lifestyle changes and medications.

Birth control pills can improve or cause acne and hair issues, with improvements more common, and may affect skin pigmentation.

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

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

Women with PCOS often have skin problems like excessive hair, acne, hair loss, and dark patches, which can be treated with hormonal and non-hormonal therapies.

Some medications can cause hair loss, but stopping the drug usually leads to recovery within 3 months.

Excessive hair growth in women can be harmless or signal serious health issues, and treatment often includes medication and hair removal, with noticeable results after 3-6 months.

Hirsutism in women often indicates a hormonal imbalance and can be managed with a combination of hormonal treatments and hair removal methods.

Hormonal treatments like birth control pills can improve acne in women with excess hair growth and hormone imbalances.

Diagnose and manage hair issues in women by checking medical conditions and using personalized treatments.