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Spironolactone use is not linked to an increased risk of breast cancer, but caution is advised for high-risk patients.

Some drugs can cause hair loss, change hair color and shape, or increase hair growth, and treatment may involve stopping the drug or using specific hair growth treatments.

DHEA did not improve sexual function, well-being, or menopausal symptoms in postmenopausal women with low libido but caused side effects like acne and increased facial hair.

The most effective treatments for hair loss are minoxidil, finasteride, PRP, and hair transplants, with steroids and immunosuppressants for autoimmune types.

Acne and other skin conditions can indicate internal diseases like Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), and early treatment can prevent long-term issues.

Testosterone patches can modestly improve sexual function in postmenopausal women not on estrogen therapy.

Targeting androgen receptors could be a promising way to treat skin disorders with fewer side effects.

Finasteride is a safe, effective treatment for hirsutism with fewer side effects.

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

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

Understanding Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and its causes can lead to effective treatments.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) affects 6%-15% of women of reproductive age, causing symptoms like acne and hair loss, and increasing the risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease; it's managed through diet, exercise, and medications like Metformin and hormonal contraceptives.

Androgens like testosterone affect skin health and can lead to conditions such as acne and hair loss, with various treatments available.

Testosterone therapy may slightly increase sexual desire in women with HSDD but lacks broad recommendation due to safety concerns and limited approval.

Finasteride helps reduce heart issues and improves heart function.

The document says that early treatment of Acne Vulgaris is important to prevent scarring and that adult onset acne is common in women, often due to hormonal imbalances.

Male hormones are important for hair and oil gland development and can cause conditions like excessive hair growth and acne.

Cooling the scalp may prevent hair loss from chemotherapy, hair often grows back after treatment, and nail issues usually improve after stopping the drug.

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.

Most women with excess male hormones have Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, and hormonal therapy can improve symptoms but may cause side effects.

PCOS affects a similar percentage of Black and White women in the Southeastern United States.

PCOS affects about 4% of women in the southeastern U.S. equally across Black and White populations.

Cells from balding scalps have more androgen receptors than cells from non-balding scalps.

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

Estrogen loss during menopause worsens skin health, but hormone replacement therapy may improve it, though more research is needed.

Low-dose gonadotropin treatment is effective for infertility in women with PCOS, leading to high ovulation rates and comparable pregnancy rates with fewer complications.

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.

People often struggle to consistently use contraceptives and other medications, and long-acting options might be better for those who want to avoid daily doses.

The document concludes that more research is needed to understand excessive hair growth in women with normal hormone levels and regular ovulation.

Testosterone may help increase sexual events for women with low libido due to antidepressants.