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Estrogen-progestin contraception lowers ovarian, endometrial, and colon cancer risk but may raise breast and cervical cancer risk, helps with menstrual and acne issues, and new methods are as effective as pills. Metformin helps overweight women with PCOS and insulin resistance, and dopamine agonists treat prolactinomas.

A woman with Parkinson's disease experienced hair loss from the Parkinson's medication pramipexole, which improved after stopping the drug.

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

The conclusion is that lifestyle changes and weight loss are first-line treatments for infertility due to anovulation, with various medications and assisted reproductive technologies as additional options.

Hormone imbalances from the pituitary, thyroid, and adrenal glands can cause infertility, but treating these disorders can improve fertility.

Some drugs can cause serious side effects like heart issues and nervous system problems, but certain drugs for Parkinson's and overactive bladder may be safer, though they still have some common side effects.

The document concludes that breast pain should be managed with personalized treatment, starting with non-drug methods and progressing to medication if necessary, while considering side effects and patient needs.

Seborrhea in Parkinson's disease may be linked to hormones, not autonomic impairment.

Dopamine stops hair growth and pigment production in human scalp hair follicles.

Allopregnanolone is needed for certain brain processing issues caused by D1 dopamine receptor activation.

Dobutamine does not mimic dopamine at therapeutic doses but may at very high concentrations; microfilaments, not microtubules, are important for wound healing in Xenopus embryos.

Testosterone is important for men's sexual function, may help some women's sexual desire, while other hormones and neurotransmitters also play complex roles in sexual behavior.

Hormonal treatment is effective for women with acne not helped by usual treatments, especially if they have hormonal imbalances.

Hirsutism can be caused by various conditions besides PCOS, and it's important to treat the underlying issue and manage symptoms with medication and cosmetic approaches.

Pramipexole can cause side effects like dizziness, sleepiness, hallucinations, and low blood pressure, and it's important to educate patients and keep doses low.

Allopregnanolone can reduce gut inflammation and normalize neurotransmitter levels after finasteride withdrawal.

Dopaminergic therapy in Parkinson's disease patients is linked to increased hair loss.

Parkinson's disease is linked to skin disorders and skin cells help in studying the disease.

The conclusion is that metformin is a first-line treatment for PCOS, particularly for restoring ovulation and increasing pregnancy rates, with other treatments depending on specific symptoms.

Hormonal changes and psychological issues can cause sexual dysfunction in postmenopausal women. Behavioral therapy is recommended first, with hormone replacement helping some symptoms but not libido. Testosterone can improve libido, but its effects on overall sexual function are unclear. Emotional and relationship issues should be addressed before using medication, and the benefits and risks of testosterone supplementation should be considered.

A new method can almost perfectly distinguish adenomyosis from similar conditions using blood tests.

S5αR inhibitors might help treat schizophrenia and other mental disorders but need more research.

Some hormone-related drugs may protect brain cells in Parkinson's disease differently in men and women.

Some patients taking finasteride or dutasteride may have ongoing sexual problems and depression even after stopping the medication.

Skin changes can help diagnose and manage endocrine disorders like thyroid problems, diabetes, and adrenal gland conditions.

Amenorrhea is relatively rare and initial testing should check FSH, TSH, and prolactin levels.

AMH helps estimate ovarian reserve but doesn't predict pregnancy chances; age is more important.

Certain skin conditions may indicate or increase the risk of Parkinson's disease.

Blocking the prolactin receptor might help treat various diseases, but more research is needed.

The document concludes that identifying the cause of amenorrhea is crucial for proper treatment.