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Different drugs can treat high male hormone levels in women, but they have various effects and some may harm a fetus.

Cyproterone acetate is used to treat conditions like prostate cancer, early puberty, excessive sexual drive, and female androgenization by blocking male sex hormones.

Taking hormonal contraceptives can cause skin changes, including hair loss, due to the effects of synthetic sex hormones.

Most doctors know the thrombosis risk with Cyproterone/Ethinylestradiol, but some lack details on less common risks and patient instructions; educational materials are underused but useful.

Cyproterone acetate reduced hair growth in most hirsute females and made hair softer, thinner, and lighter.

High doses of cyproterone acetate increase the risk of brain tumors in women, but the risk decreases after stopping the medication.

Hormone treatment for transgender patients may not need to be stopped before surgery, but more research is needed, especially on estrogen.

Birth control pills combined with bicalutamide are more effective at reducing excessive hair growth in women with PCOS than birth control pills alone.

Metformin helps improve symptoms and reproductive outcomes in people with polycystic ovary syndrome.

The guideline suggests using specific criteria to diagnose PCOS, recommends various treatments for its symptoms, and advises screening for related health issues.

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.

The enzyme steroid sulfatase is linked to breast cancer and other conditions, and inhibitors are being developed for treatment.

Anticancer drugs are increasingly found in surface waters, and their long-term environmental effects are not well understood, requiring better testing methods.

PrEP for HIV is less effective in transgender women mainly due to low adherence to the treatment.

Hormone therapy for trans individuals is effective and generally safe in the short term.

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

The conclusion is that PCOS is caused by ovarian sensitivity to hormones and disrupted hormone control, possibly due to ovarian factors, and more research is needed.

Estrogens and SERMs can help with skin aging, but their safety and effectiveness need more research.

Different types of androgens bind differently to two receptors, AR1 and AR2, in Atlantic croaker's brain and ovarian tissues, suggesting these receptors may control different androgen actions in fish.

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

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

The document concludes with guidance for doctors on diagnosing and treating hirsutism effectively and safely.

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

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.

Menopause affects hair and skin; more research needed for treatment.

Acne is common in women, often hormone-related, negatively affects quality of life, and requires various treatments.

Acitretin is effective for severe psoriasis and can be used long-term due to no immunosuppression, but must be carefully monitored for side effects and is not for pregnant women.

Most patients experienced hirsutism again after stopping hormone treatment, indicating long-term treatment is needed to maintain results.

The document concludes that treatments for female hair loss and excessive hair growth are temporary and not well-studied.

Alternative treatments show promise for hair growth beyond traditional methods.