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Oral contraceptives may cause hair loss in women.

New male hormonal contraceptives show promise but need more research on long-term effects and funding for larger trials.

The combination of cyproterone acetate and testosterone enanthate is highly effective in preventing sperm production and could be a good reversible male contraceptive.

Teriflunomide is an effective and safe first-line oral treatment for relapsing multiple sclerosis.

Oral tranexamic acid is a safe and effective treatment for melasma.

Norgestimate is the most effective birth control progestin for reducing an enzyme linked to acne and excessive hair growth in women.

The Brazilian Society of Dermatology agrees that oral isotretinoin is effective for acne and other skin conditions, and it's safe when monitored, but more research is needed on dosing and duration.

New testosterone analogs show promise for male contraception with better activity and potentially fewer side effects.

Combination therapy with oral contraceptives and spironolactone improves hair growth, menstrual issues, and acne in women with PCOS.

Effective treatments for male pattern baldness include oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, while topical minoxidil is best for female pattern baldness.

Teriflunomide is an effective and generally safe oral treatment for relapsing MS, reducing relapses and slowing disability progression.

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

Some treatments work for common baldness, but there's less evidence for other hair loss types, and more research is needed.

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

Most women with excessive hair growth have PCOS; treatment varies and focuses on preventing new hair, with electrolysis as the only permanent removal method.

The 2003 consensus updated PCOS diagnosis criteria and linked PCOS to higher risks of diabetes and heart problems, recommending lifestyle changes to lower these risks.

Polycystic ovary syndrome is a complex condition that affects women's mental, reproductive, and metabolic health throughout their lives.

Women with PCOS should be screened for heart disease risk and manage their health to prevent it.

Insulin sensitizers may slightly reduce hirsutism but are less effective than other treatments.

The conclusion is that early diagnosis and a multi-system treatment approach are crucial for managing PCOS and its associated health risks.

Eating 500 fewer calories a day and making lifestyle changes can improve PCOS symptoms and reduce diabetes risk; more research is needed on its causes and treatments.

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

Common acne treatments can cause various side effects, like skin irritation and more serious issues, but combination therapies are often more effective and better tolerated.

Certain hormone treatments can improve acne and related conditions in women.

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

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.

Obesity worsens Polycystic Ovary Syndrome symptoms, and weight loss is a key treatment.

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

Transgender patients need proper skin care, especially when undergoing hormone treatments, to manage issues like acne and hair loss.

Certain inhibitors can potentially treat prostate cancer and other hormone-dependent conditions by controlling sex hormone levels in cells.