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Most women with excess male hormones have Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, and hormonal therapy can improve symptoms but may cause side effects.

Polycystic ovary syndrome is found in 6.5% of unselected Caucasian women in Spain.

Anabolic steroids can build muscle and strength but have risks and need more research on their clinical benefits and side effects.

African spiny mice can regenerate skin, hair, and cartilage, but not muscle, and their unique abilities could be useful for regenerative medicine.

DNA profiling in forensics has improved, but predicting physical traits and ancestry from DNA has limitations and requires ethical consideration.

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

Anorexia and bulimia lead to serious health problems and increased risk of death, requiring aggressive treatment.

The Rotterdam Study updated findings on elderly health, focusing on heart disease, genetics, lifestyle effects, and disease understanding.

Childhood obesity is rising globally due to various factors, and early prevention and healthy lifestyle changes are crucial.

Most women referred for excess male hormone symptoms had polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), with other conditions being less common.

About 6.5% of young Caucasian women in Spain have polycystic ovary syndrome.

The document likely offers guidance on treating a woman's excessive hair growth, considering her symptoms and obesity.

PCOS is a complex disorder in women that can lead to various health risks and requires personalized treatment.

The guidelines advise against using testosterone and DHEA in women for most conditions due to safety and effectiveness concerns, but suggest considering testosterone for postmenopausal women with low sexual desire.

Creating stronger blockers for skin enzymes might lead to better treatment for conditions like acne and excessive hair growth.

The document concludes that understanding hair follicle biology can lead to better hair loss treatments.

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

Melatonin may help with sleep issues, depression, and cancer, but more research is needed.

Chemotherapy causes hair loss by damaging hair follicles and stem cells, with more research needed for prevention and treatment.

The document concludes that the 5 alpha-reductase enzymes are important in steroid metabolism and related to various human diseases, with inhibitors used to treat conditions like male pattern baldness and prostate issues.

Testing basal 17-HP levels is a good way to screen for nonclassic adrenal hyperplasia in women with high androgen levels.

Diagnosing PCOS in teenagers is challenging and should use strict criteria to avoid misdiagnosis and unnecessary worry.

Androgens can both increase and decrease hair growth in different parts of the body.

Pregnancy can cause various skin changes and diseases, with PUPPP being the most common skin condition specific to pregnancy.

Male and female skin differ in many ways, which could lead to gender-specific skin treatments.

Hormone therapy for trans individuals is effective and generally safe in the short term.

Male and female bodies respond differently to stress, influenced by hormones and development stages, with implications for stress-related diseases.

Alopecia areata is likely an autoimmune disease with unclear triggers, involving various immune cells and molecules, and currently has no cure.

Opioid painkillers can cause many side effects, including breathing problems and addiction, but are generally considered safe when used properly.

Hair follicles significantly increase the speed and amount of caffeine absorbed through the skin.