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Some breast cancer chemotherapy can cause permanent hair loss.

Androgens can both promote and prevent hair growth due to differences in gene expression in hair follicles.

Diane 35 plus finasteride is more effective for treating hirsutism.

Insulin resistance contributes to hormone imbalances in many women with polycystic ovary syndrome.

The document suggests that targeting the hormone DHT could be a more effective treatment for prostate cancer than targeting testosterone.

Finasteride improves hidradenitis suppurativa but not for child-bearing women.

Some herbs and their components might help treat hair loss by affecting various biological pathways, but more research and regulation are needed.

Thujae occidentalis semen extract may help treat male pattern baldness by blocking a hair loss-related enzyme and reducing hair loss in mice.

Sex hormones may affect COVID-19 severity, with men often faring worse, and targeting related pathways could offer treatment options.

Excessive hair growth can be assessed by history, exam, and blood tests, and treated with medication like dexamethasone, birth control pills, and spironolactone.

Early and personalized treatment for hair loss in young people is crucial to prevent permanent damage and should include psychological support.

Metformin and rosiglitazone both improved insulin use and hormonal symptoms in women with PCOS.

Blocking the prolactin receptor might help treat various diseases, but more research is needed.

Finasteride and flutamide effectively reduce hirsutism in PCOS women, with flutamide also lowering hormone levels.

Menstrual disorders are common in adolescents and can be influenced by weight, activity, and health issues, requiring careful evaluation and more research for effective treatment.

Manage hair shedding by identifying triggers, possibly using supplements or medications, and tracking with a health calendar.

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.

Women with androgen excess, especially those with PCOS, have a much higher risk of heart disease and stroke.

Diagnosing PCOS in teenagers is hard because its symptoms often look like normal puberty, and there's a need for better diagnosis methods and agreement on criteria.

Use 5% minoxidil or oral finasteride for mild-to-moderate hair loss, combine with hair transplant for severe cases.

Certain microRNAs are more common in balding areas and might be involved in male pattern baldness.

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

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

Hormonal contraceptives can help treat acne by affecting sebum production and androgen levels.

Male hormones cause different growth in identical human hair follicles due to their unique epigenetic characteristics.

A drug called cimetidine can help treat hair loss in women by blocking androgen receptors. However, it's not the first choice and needs more research.

Losing 5-10% body weight can improve PCOS symptoms, letrozole is better than clomiphene for fertility, and managing weight and blood sugar is important to reduce pregnancy complications.

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

The document concludes that proper diagnosis and tailored long-term treatment can effectively manage androgenic disorders in women, improving patient care outcomes.

Over 50% of women over 50 experience hair loss, with minoxidil being the only proven effective treatment.