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Too much androgen can cause hair loss; finasteride may help.

Horizontally sectioned scalp biopsies are more reliable for diagnosing hair loss in women when three samples are taken instead of one.

Over one-third of women experience hair loss, with female-pattern hair loss being most common, and treatments include minoxidil and possibly hair transplantation.

Estrogens help reduce skin aging, and SERMs might offer similar benefits without the risks of hormone therapy.

Minoxidil effectively treats hair loss, but use cautiously and monitor side effects.

Minoxidil and finasteride can slow hair loss and stimulate regrowth, but won't restore all lost hair or reverse complete baldness.

Hair loss linked to higher heart disease risk in both men and women.

Alopecia areata is a type of hair loss that can lead to complete baldness, often associated with other autoimmune conditions, and half of the cases may see hair return within a year.

Hair ages due to genetics and environmental factors, leading to graying and thinning, with treatments available for some conditions.

The document concludes that accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment are important for skin problems in women with PCOS.

Smoking linked to hair loss in Asian men.

New hormonal contraceptives are safer, have fewer side effects, and offer health benefits for women.

Minoxidil and finasteride effectively treat hair loss.

Women with PCOS may take longer to get pregnant but can have a normal family size, and should manage their overall health to reduce long-term health risks.

Genetics and hormones play a role in male and female hair loss, but more research is needed to fully understand it.

To diagnose hair loss, use a systematic approach including history, exams, and tests.

The document concludes that hirsutism is the main sign for diagnosing hyperandrogenism, which requires a detailed patient history and physical exam.

Choosing the right recall period for patient feedback is important for accurate data and depends on the disease, symptom changes, and patient impact.

Women with PCOS often have skin problems like excessive hair, acne, hair loss, and dark patches, which can be treated with hormonal and non-hormonal therapies.

Dermatologists need to understand African American hair-care practices to better treat their hair and scalp disorders.

Insulin resistance may contribute to various skin diseases and treating it could improve skin health and prevent more serious conditions.

Balding men, especially young ones, may have higher risk of heart issues and diabetes; check cholesterol levels.

Some hair loss can be treated, especially in women due to nutrition, but some types remain untreatable.

Some breast cancer chemotherapy can cause permanent hair loss.

Androgens cause skin issues like acne and hair growth in women, often due to PCOS, and can be treated with medication and lifestyle changes.

Myo-inositol helps improve skin conditions and metabolic profiles in young women with PCOS.

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

Some breast cancer patients still experience hair loss three years after chemotherapy, especially with taxane-based treatments.

The document concludes that targeting 5α-reductase, the androgen receptor, and hair growth genes, along with using compounds with anti-androgenic properties, could lead to more effective hair loss treatments.

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.