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Testosterone therapy is beneficial for women's health and does not cause masculinization or liver damage, and it protects the heart and breasts.

Hair problems are common and distressing for women, but increasing knowledge of treatments offers hope.

Doctors should know how to diagnose and treat PCOS, which often involves checking for high male hormone levels and using medications to manage symptoms.

Hormone therapy for transgender females increases the risk of blood clots and requires careful dosing, monitoring, and lifelong management.

Hormone therapy affects hair growth in transgender individuals, with testosterone potentially causing hair loss in trans men and estrogen reducing facial/body hair in trans women; treatment options vary.

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

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.

Neuroactive steroids could become safe, effective treatments with more understanding of their complex brain actions and metabolism.

Hormonal therapy is a good option for women with severe acne, especially when there's a chance of hormone imbalance.

Finasteride and minoxidil are effective FDA-approved treatments for androgenetic alopecia.

Certain genetic variations are linked to increased androgen levels in PCOS, but more research is needed to understand these connections fully.

Women with excessive male-pattern hair growth should get a full hormone check-up to find and treat any underlying issues, considering both medical and emotional aspects.

The document concludes that menopause should be seen as a natural part of aging and managed with personalized care and informed choices.

Antiandrogens are effective for conditions like prostate cancer and skin issues, but more research is needed to confirm their benefits and minimize side effects.

Women with PCOS who had antiandrogenic treatment before pregnancy had fewer complications than those without treatment.

Subcutaneous contraceptives can cause side effects like menstrual changes, headaches, weight gain, and pain at the implant site.

The document concludes that lifestyle changes and medical treatments can significantly reduce symptoms of Hidradenitis Suppurativa, a chronic skin condition.

PCOS is a complex disorder managed by treating symptoms and requires a team of specialists.

The document says that understanding the causes of PCOS is important for treatment, especially in distinguishing the syndrome from just having cystic ovaries, and that losing weight is key for obese women with PCOS.

Hormonal treatments can improve acne, but they come with potential side effects and risks.

Testosterone therapy aims to treat hormone deficiencies and various conditions safely and effectively, but requires careful patient monitoring due to potential side effects.

For women with moderate to severe unwanted hair growth or acne, birth control pills are the first choice, with other medications like cyproterone, spironolactone, flutamide, or finasteride as alternatives, and permanent hair removal should be done with electrolysis or laser.

Different anti-androgen medications can help treat excessive hair growth, but the right choice depends on accurate diagnosis.

Women's ovarian hormones and adrenal androgens change throughout life, affecting hair loss and health.

Hormonal therapy is a treatment option for acne, the only medical treatment for hirsutism, and the most promising for androgenetic alopecia.

Finasteride blocks progesterone's effect on absence seizures in rats.

Most hirsutism cases are due to PCOS, and treatment focuses on lowering testosterone and blocking its effects.

The androgen receptor is a promising target for breast cancer treatment, especially in triple-negative cases, but more research is needed for personalized therapies.

Progesterone byproduct 5αP stimulates mammary tumor growth, but finasteride can suppress it.

Cross-sex hormone therapy is important for managing gender dysphoria and requires careful monitoring and healthcare provider education.