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Oral contraceptives lower testosterone levels in women, especially those with certain genetic traits, and may be linked to increased breast cancer risk.

Oral contraceptives may cause significant hair loss in women.

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

Dienogest combined with ethinylestradiol is a highly effective birth control that improves menstrual symptoms and has manageable side effects.

Minoxidil 2% and 5% are common treatments for female pattern hair loss, with other options including anti-androgens, oral contraceptives, and hair transplantation.

Most patients with PCOS were prescribed medroxyprogesterone acetate or oral contraceptives, with some experiencing side effects or needing prescription changes.

Sex hormones affect reproduction, sexual development, and oral health, and it's important for dental practitioners to understand their effects and interactions.

Birth control pills and anti-androgen medications help manage hair growth, acne, and hair loss in women with PCOS.

Birth control pills can improve or cause acne and hair issues, with improvements more common, and may affect skin pigmentation.

Oral spironolactone and isotretinoin are effective for treating acne.

Alpha-hydroxy acids, like glycolic acid, safely improve skin issues and work on all skin types.

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.

Birth control pills can cause skin issues but may help with acne and hirsutism, and choosing the right type can minimize side effects.

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.

The guide recommends specific methods for diagnosing PCOS and various treatments for its symptoms, while considering the health impacts on adolescents.

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.

PCOS is a common hormonal disorder in women, marked by symptoms like hair growth and menstrual issues, and requires personalized 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.

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

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

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.

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.

Low and ultralow doses of flutamide can cause liver damage in young women with high androgen levels, regardless of dose or birth control use, with higher risk for those with higher BMI and liver enzyme levels before treatment.

Hormonal changes during and after pregnancy can cause hair growth changes and hair loss, with treatments available for some conditions.

No effective treatment for hair loss after childbirth was found, but it usually gets better on its own and some cosmetic methods might help.

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