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Hormones, especially androgens, play a big role in acne, but most acne sufferers don't have a hormone disorder. Hormonal treatments, including birth control pills, can be very effective for women whose acne doesn't improve with regular treatments.

The update highlights that non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia is common in women with excess male hormones, requires specific hormone tests for diagnosis, and has various treatment options depending on age and symptoms.

Insulin resistance and obesity are key factors in the development and worsening of polycystic ovary syndrome, and lifestyle changes are important for managing it.

Genes and epigenetic changes are important in the development of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.

The document concludes that a systematic approach is crucial to identify causes of androgen excess in women beyond the most common cause, Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

Testosterone significantly affects sexual desire in both men and women, but its impact on women is more complex and influenced by psychological factors.

Quercetin may help with PCOS symptoms, but more research is needed.

Certain gene variants may contribute to high androgen levels in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.

The document explains how male reproductive hormones work and affect the body.

Experts recommend using evidence-based methods to diagnose and treat hirsutism, focusing on symptoms and underlying causes.

Chemicals and body size might change when puberty starts and progresses, but more research is needed to confirm this.

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.

Molecular diagnostics help identify genetic defects causing endocrine diseases, improving diagnosis and treatment options.

The protein StAR is found in 17 different organs and can affect hair loss and brain functions, but its full role is not yet fully understood.

Insulin resistance is a key factor in polycystic ovary syndrome, but genetics may also contribute.

Scientists have developed a new method to detect steroid abuse in athletes using cell-based tests, which could be the future of anti-doping methods.

Exposure to too much androgen before birth might cause polycystic ovary syndrome later in life.

Men's sensitivity to male hormones might affect how severe COVID-19 gets for them.

Genetic mutations can affect female sexual development, requiring personalized medical care.

Hormones during puberty increase certain receptors in the brain, and this change is influenced by estrogen levels.

DHEA affects multiple receptors and may help with metabolic issues, but its safety and effectiveness in humans are unclear.

Diabetic neuropathy in mice is linked to poor mitochondria function and lower brain hormone production.

Mitochondrial problems in diabetic nerve damage might cause pain by lowering the production of certain nerve-related steroids.

The skin's ability to produce hormones is linked to various skin conditions, and better understanding this process could lead to new treatments.

The enzymes 5α-reductase and 3α/β-hydroxysteroid oxidoreductase help create brain-active substances from progesterone and testosterone, which could be used for treatment, but more research is needed to ensure their safety and effectiveness.

Cholesterol balance is important for hair health, and problems with it can lead to hair loss conditions.

The document concludes that blocking the internal pathways that create androgens might help treat cancers that depend on sex hormones.

CAH is a genetic disorder affecting cortisol production and causing hormonal imbalances, with treatment and diagnosis varying by form and symptoms.

The document concludes that sex hormones are crucial for mammalian reproduction, health, and behavior, and require more research for therapeutic use.

People with hair loss have more androgen receptors and enzymes in certain follicles, with men and women showing different patterns.