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The black orchid Brasiliorchis schunkeana produces chemicals that attract certain insects and have potential antimicrobial properties.

Drospirenone is a unique progestin with anti-water retention and potential blood pressure benefits, used in birth control and hormone therapy.

Androgens cause skin issues like acne and hair growth in women, often due to PCOS, and can be treated with medication and lifestyle changes.

Hormonal therapies are effective for managing hair and skin symptoms in women with PCOS.

Hormonal treatments can help with hair loss, acne, and excess hair growth, but it takes 3-6 months to see results and patients should know the possible side effects.

Antiandrogens and androgen inhibitors like spironolactone, finasteride, and dutasteride can treat hair loss and skin conditions, but they have risks and side effects, including potential harm to pregnant women and risks of cancer and heart issues. Herbal remedies also have antiandrogenic effects but lack safety validation.

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

The document concludes that treating androgen excess needs patience, managing expectations is important, and many drugs used are not officially approved, suggesting cosmetic options for mild cases.

Birth control pills with low-dose estrogen and antiandrogenic progestins can effectively treat acne.

Hormonal treatments can help with acne but are not the first choice due to side effects and the need for careful patient selection.

Hirsutism can be caused by various conditions besides PCOS, and it's important to treat the underlying issue and manage symptoms with medication and cosmetic approaches.

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.

Hormonal therapy is effective for treating acne in adult women, especially with signs of high androgen levels.

Both oral contraceptives reduced acne effectively and had similar positive effects on skin oiliness and hair growth.

Understanding how androgens and their receptors work can lead to improved treatments for skin diseases.

Adult acne is often related to hormonal disorders, especially in women, and may need long-term treatment involving specialists.

The birth control pill with only progestogen can cause a false alarm in a hormone test.

Birth control pills help treat skin and hair growth problems linked to high male hormone levels.

Early treatment and lifestyle changes are important for managing PCOS in young people to prevent long-term health issues.

Steroid hormones are crucial for body functions and have various medical uses, but their misuse can lead to dependence.

Certain hormone medications can treat symptoms like acne and unwanted hair, regulate periods, and prevent pregnancy in women and teenage girls.

Antiandrogens like flutamide are effective in treating conditions like prostate cancer and hair loss, but there's a need for more potent versions. Understanding their structure can help develop better treatments.

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.

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

The document concludes that combination therapy is most effective for treating excessive hair growth in women with idiopathic hirsutism, and more research is needed to understand the condition.

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

Progestogens are essential in menopausal hormone therapy to prevent uterine cancer and must be chosen carefully based on individual needs.

Hormonal treatments, including birth control and antiandrogens, can effectively treat acne in women.

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.