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Postmenopausal hyperandrogenism, a condition with symptoms like increased hair growth and acne, is usually caused by PCOS but can also be due to other factors. It's diagnosed by checking testosterone levels and treated either by removing the adrenal tumor or through antiandrogen therapy.

Drinking a lot of alcohol increases the risk of prostate cancer and can worsen the condition.

Androgen deprivation therapy doesn't lower the risk of death from COVID-19 in prostate cancer patients.

Common skin conditions can greatly affect a person's mental health and social life.

Nanotechnology could improve hair regrowth but faces challenges like complexity and safety concerns.

New methods to make oxasteroids show promise for medical treatments like osteoporosis and breast cancer.

The document suggests that targeting the hormone DHT could be a more effective treatment for prostate cancer than targeting testosterone.

Parathyroid hormones are important for hair growth, but their use in treating hair loss from chemotherapy is still uncertain.

The conclusion is that published guidelines are improving transgender medical care, but more research and education in transgender medicine are needed.

Female pattern hair loss has multiple causes and treatments, with new therapies showing promise.

Lifestyle changes are the first step in treating infertility in PCOS, followed by medications like clomiphene and metformin, and then surgery if needed.

Understanding how androgens work is key for creating new treatments for prostate issues and hair/skin conditions.

The document concludes that managing non-classical congenital adrenal hyperplasia in females requires personalized treatment, genetic counseling, and a team of specialists.

Glucocorticoids are powerful anti-inflammatory drugs that must be used carefully to avoid serious side effects.

Excessive body hair in women can be caused by various conditions and treated with medication like Diane® 35 or androgen blockers.

The conclusion is that adult males with muscle weakness and hormonal imbalances should be tested for Kennedy's disease.

Advancements in male reproductive medicine are ongoing, but more research and improved treatments are needed in several areas.

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.

The enzyme steroid sulfatase is linked to breast cancer and other conditions, and inhibitors are being developed for treatment.

Neurosteroids show promise for treating epilepsy and more research is needed.

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

Blocking 5α-reductase can harm memory and brain structure, and increase harmful brain changes in male mice used for Alzheimer's disease research.

Most youth with gender dysphoria received hormones, had minor complications, and showed a decrease in suicide attempts after treatment.

Some medicines can reduce excessive hair growth in women, but more research is needed to compare treatments and consider side effects.

Hirsutism in women often indicates a hormonal imbalance and can be managed with a combination of hormonal treatments and hair removal methods.

Cheap treatments for excessive hair growth in women can improve symptoms by 35-40% after one year.

Cyproterone acetate is a safe treatment that causes modest feminization in transgender female adolescents, and works better with added estrogens.

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects about 10% of women, is often linked to obesity and family history, and can cause irregular periods, fertility issues, and other symptoms. It's usually managed with lifestyle changes, weight loss, and medication.

Cyproterone acetate is a safe treatment that causes mild feminizing effects in adolescent trans-girls.

Cyproterone acetate is a safe treatment that causes mild feminizing effects and is more effective with added estrogens.