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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome likely starts in childhood and may be genetic and influenced by early hormone exposure.

Hormonal treatments can help with acne, especially in women, by lowering androgen levels or blocking their effects.

Acne treatment varies, with topical and systemic therapies effective, and more research needed on treatment order and long-term effects.

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

Adult female acne requires a comprehensive treatment approach, including medical options and lifestyle changes, with attention to psychological well-being.

The document concludes that managing non-classical congenital adrenal hyperplasia in females requires personalized treatment, genetic counseling, and a team of specialists.

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.

Hirsutism, excessive hair growth in women, is often caused by PCOS and can be managed with medication and personalized treatment plans.

No treatment fully stops excessive hair growth in women, but various methods can help manage it effectively.

Early treatment of PCOS in teens is crucial to prevent long-term health issues like diabetes and heart disease.

High testosterone increases heart disease risk in women with PCOS.

Primary care is key in managing PCOS, focusing on lifestyle changes and medications like birth control and metformin.

Antiandrogens, particularly flutamide and CPA, are most effective for treating hirsutism, with long-term use needed for best results.

PCOS in teen girls should be managed with lifestyle changes and sometimes medication to improve symptoms and health.

The document helps doctors recognize and treat excessive hair growth in women.

PCOS management includes lifestyle changes and medications, with ongoing research into repurposed drugs for better treatment options.

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

Oral retinoids can cause side effects ranging from mild to severe, including birth defects, and require careful monitoring and contraception.

Testosterone replacement therapy can prevent men from fathering children and should not be used by those wanting to stay fertile.

The medication combination did not affect glucose tolerance but increased some cholesterol levels due to its estrogen component.

The document concludes that low-dose oral contraceptives and hormonal therapies can manage perimenopause symptoms and reduce some health risks, but lifestyle changes and disease screening are also important.

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

Female pattern hair loss diagnosed by scalp appearance, treated with combined therapies and targeted approaches.

Ultrasound measurement of the ovarian stroma to total area ratio is not a reliable single predictor of high male hormone levels in Thai women with PCOS, but works better when combined with clinical signs.

The document explains various skin conditions and their treatments.

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

Spironolactone is an effective and well-tolerated first-line treatment for hidradenitis suppurativa in women.

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.

Hirsutism in women often indicates a hormonal imbalance and can be managed with a combination of hormonal treatments and hair removal methods.

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.