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Finasteride cream reduces hair growth in women with hirsutism, but more research needed.

Male pattern baldness may be caused by scalp pressure on hair follicles, which increases with age and leads to a cycle of hair loss. This process is not directly determined by genes.

COVID-19 and hypopituitarism (reduced pituitary gland function) are linked, with the latter's related health issues potentially worsening COVID-19 outcomes, and COVID-19 possibly increasing risk for pituitary complications.

Taking 5-alpha reductase inhibitors does not increase the risk of breast cancer in men.

A woman with Cushing's syndrome improved after surgery to remove a tumor causing the condition.

Finasteride and methadone don't increase advanced liver disease risk in HCV+ male veterans.

Certain steroids in the brain affect mood and symptoms of depression, and treatments targeting these steroids show promise for improving these symptoms.

Minoxidil and finasteride are effective for male hair loss, minoxidil for female hair loss, and various treatments like corticosteroids work for alopecia areata; treatment should be tailored to the individual.

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

Finasteride can cause serious emotional side effects; doctors should check patients' mental health history before prescribing.

Finasteride may help some women with hair loss, but better options exist.

Minoxidil and finasteride can help with hair loss, but more research is needed to improve treatments for certain types of hair loss.

Treating hirsutism in women often requires a mix of medications and cosmetic methods for best results.

SARS-CoV-2, the virus causing COVID-19, can affect all endocrine organs and systems, altering their function and potentially leading to disorders. Factors like diabetes and obesity increase infection risk and severity. Understanding these effects is key for effective treatment.

Levodopa for Parkinson's disease might be linked to skin issues like melanoma, but it's unclear if the drug or the disease causes them.

The document concludes that DAB389-IL2 is promising for treating refractory cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, but more research is needed on its effectiveness and side effect management.

HNG may help prevent the negative effects of chemotherapy on sperm production and white blood cell counts.

Ketogenic diet, neurosteroids, and HMGB1-TLR4 signaling pathway are potential targets for new epilepsy treatments.

Hirsutism is often caused by high male hormone levels and can be treated with lifestyle changes and medications.

The update highlights that non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia is common in women with excess male hormones, requires specific hormone tests for diagnosis, and has various treatment options depending on age and symptoms.

Red ginseng may improve immunity, fatigue, memory, blood circulation, and menopausal symptoms, and is generally safe to consume.

Testosterone therapy helps boys with hormone deficiencies develop normal male characteristics and grow properly.

Men with higher androgen levels may have severe COVID-19 symptoms, but those on antiandrogen therapy are less likely to contract the virus and have milder symptoms. Anti-androgen drugs could potentially treat COVID-19, but more research is needed.

The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment of Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia are crucial for preventing serious health issues and improving patient outcomes.

With careful management, people with congenital adrenal hyperplasia can have successful pregnancies and become parents.

Female pattern hair loss is caused by multiple factors and while treatments like topical minoxidil, hormone therapy, and low-level light therapy can help, none can fully cure it.

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

The enzyme RDH12 plays a role in vision and retinal disease, with mutations leading to early onset visual loss and blindness, but the exact disease mechanism is unclear and there are no treatments yet.

Men, particularly those with hair loss, are more likely to get the virus, and those with prostate cancer may have milder symptoms. Testosterone's role in the disease is unclear, and the virus doesn't seem to harm male fertility. Women with PCOS might be at higher risk. More research is needed.

Platelet-Rich Plasma therapy helps increase hair density and regrowth for some types of hair loss.