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Prolactin affects hair growth and skin conditions, and could be a target for new skin disease treatments.

The sebaceous gland has more roles than just producing sebum and contributing to acne, and new research could lead to better skin disease treatments.

The conclusion is that managing androgen excess requires long-term treatment, including hormonal contraceptives and androgen blockers, with follow-up after six months.

Effective hair loss treatment in women requires correct diagnosis and can include medications like minoxidil, antiandrogens, and treatments for underlying conditions like PCOS.

Male hormones are important for hair and oil gland development and can cause conditions like excessive hair growth and acne.

Hirsutism is excessive hair growth in women often caused by polycystic ovarian syndrome, and identifying the cause is important for managing associated health risks.

Evaluate postmenopausal women with high androgen levels using medical history, physical exams, lab tests, and imaging to manage health risks.

Dermatologists play a key role in treating skin symptoms of PCOS like dark patches, excess hair, acne, and hair loss.

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

The document concludes that while there are various treatments for Alopecia Areata, there is no cure, and individualized treatment plans are essential due to varying effectiveness.

Androgens play a complex role in skin conditions like acne and hair loss in women, and normal blood levels don't always show true androgen status.

Excessive hair growth in women often has no known cause and is not linked to race or other hormonal symptoms.

Eating healthy, exercising, and taking certain supplements can help manage Polycystic Ovary Syndrome symptoms.

Certain gene variants may contribute to high androgen levels in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.

The document concludes with guidance for doctors on diagnosing and treating hirsutism effectively and safely.

Hormonal treatments are effective for severe or persistent acne and should be used with other acne therapies, considering potential side effects.

Cyproterone acetate is effective for treating hirsutism and acne but less so for hair loss, with side effects similar to birth control pills.

The conclusion is that oral contraceptives and antiandrogens can treat hirsutism and acne in women with cutaneous hyperandrogenism, but more research is needed for effective treatments, especially for hair loss.

The document concludes that correct diagnosis and management of PCOS are important, and more research is needed on its risks 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.

Neuroactive steroids show promise for treating mental and neurological disorders by targeting GABA_A receptors.

Different species and human skin models vary in their skin enzyme activities, with pig skin and some models closely matching human skin, useful for safety assessments and understanding the skin's protective roles.

The testosterone patch and gel are both effective, but they have different absorption patterns and effects on hormone levels.

Hirsutism is excessive male-pattern hair growth in women, often caused by hormonal imbalances, and requires ongoing treatment to manage.

The study developed a tool to predict how gut microbes process foods and drugs, showing that similar compounds often share metabolic pathways and effects.

Existing drug dexamethasone may lower death risk in severe COVID-19 cases; more research needed for other drugs.

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

Hormonal treatments are effective as a second-line option for moderate-to-severe acne in females, but should be used with caution due to health risks.

Women with androgen excess, especially those with PCOS, have a much higher risk of heart disease and stroke.

Acne is common in women, often hormone-related, negatively affects quality of life, and requires various treatments.