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

Minoxidil is the only FDA-approved topical drug for treating male or female pattern hair loss, and other medications like finasteride and dutasteride can also increase hair growth.

Minoxidil helps hair growth in 63.6% of alopecia patients, with 27.3% having excellent results.

Hormones and metabolism play a complex role in prostate enlargement, and more research is needed to improve diagnosis and treatment.

Alopecia areata treatment varies, with no optimal method established yet.

Ginseng is possibly safe but its effectiveness is unclear due to poor quality studies and mixed results.

Improving skin barrier and using antifungal treatments can help manage dandruff.

Minoxidil can help regrow hair in alopecia areata patients.

Taking low-dose spironolactone and metformin together works better for PCOS symptoms than either drug alone.

Shrinking skin cancer increases the chance of cancer in nearby lymph nodes.

Betamethasone valerate foam is more effective and safe for treating mild-to-moderate alopecia areata than betamethasone dipropionate lotion.

Women with PCOS often experience anxiety, depression, and a lower quality of life.

Alopecia significantly lowers women's quality of life, with psychological and social challenges, highlighting the importance of early treatment and support.

Products should be called 'sperm-safe' only after thorough, well-designed tests.

Platelet-rich plasma, taken from a person's own blood, can help rejuvenate skin, stimulate hair growth, and treat hair loss, but more research is needed to confirm its safety and effectiveness.

Modern hair transplants use small grafts for a natural look and drugs to prevent further loss, with high patient satisfaction.

3% topical minoxidil effectively treats extensive alopecia areata with few side effects.

Higher minoxidil concentration (5%) works better for severe hair loss, with most patients seeing regrowth in 48-60 weeks.

Finasteride and minoxidil work best together for hair loss.

PRP injections may improve skin texture and wrinkles based on patient feedback, despite no significant changes seen by dermatologists.

The document concludes that surgery is a preferred treatment for cicatricial alopecia, with the method chosen based on individual factors and may require multiple sessions and careful postoperative care.

The document explains hair growth and shedding, factors affecting it, and methods to evaluate hair loss, emphasizing the importance of skin biopsy for diagnosis.

Applying 2% tofacitinib cream helped some children with severe hair loss grow back hair.

DHEA did not improve sexual function, well-being, or menopausal symptoms in postmenopausal women with low libido but caused side effects like acne and increased facial hair.

Premature graying of hair may suggest health issues and currently lacks effective treatments.

People with hair loss conditions experience more anxiety, depression, and a lower quality of life than those without these conditions.

Taking DHEA for a year is generally safe for postmenopausal women but may cause acne and more facial hair without improving metabolism or aging.

Finasteride for hair loss may cause long-lasting side effects like impotence and low libido, but trials lack proper safety reporting.

5-α-reductase inhibitors reduce prostate cancer risk but may cause sexual dysfunction and don't affect high-grade tumor or death rates.

The article concludes that advancements in hair cosmetics require dermatologists to stay informed about products and their potential risks, including allergies and higher risks for hairdressers.