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Hormones like estrogen, testosterone, progesterone, and prolactin play complex roles in female sexual function, with testosterone potentially improving sexual desire, arousal, and satisfaction. However, more research is needed to establish safe and effective hormone treatments for female sexual dysfunction.

Spironolactone effectively reduces hair growth in women with hirsutism and is generally well-tolerated.

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

The guide explains how to study human and mouse sebaceous glands using various staining and imaging techniques, and emphasizes the need for standardized assessment methods.

Some women with acne have higher levels of free testosterone, which might suggest using hormonal treatments for acne.

Spironolactone helps regrow hair in women with hair loss.

New treatments for acne scars are safer and more effective because we understand the causes better.

Patients with acanthosis nigricans often have insulin resistance and signs of increased male hormones, but treatment targeting these male hormones is generally ineffective.

Cyclophosphamide has serious side effects, but long-term follow-up can help manage risks.

Aging alone rarely causes significant hair loss; hormones are a bigger factor.

Latanoprost, a glaucoma drug, showed potential for promoting hair growth in bald monkeys, especially at higher doses.

Minoxidil and finasteride combo maintains hair density effectively.

New compounds were found to help increase hair growth and decrease hair loss.

New method measures female hair loss: Female Pattern Hair Loss Severity Index (FPHL-SI).

Premature balding in some men may be linked to altered hormones, but it's not the male equivalent to polycystic ovary syndrome or metabolic syndrome.

Hair loss from genetics and hormones can be treated with drugs or surgery.

Spironolactone and minoxidil together effectively treat female pattern hair loss.

Occipital scalp affects female hair loss; terminal/vellus ratio helps diagnose androgenetic alopecia.

Sublingual minoxidil effectively treats hair loss with mild side effects.

Spironolactone effectively treats female pattern hair loss with few side effects.

Targeted cancer therapies can cause skin side effects, which should be treated early to help patients' quality of life and treatment adherence.

The document concludes that treatments for female hair loss and excessive hair growth are temporary and not well-studied.

Turmeric may improve knee osteoarthritis, depression, and metabolic syndrome, but evidence is weak.

Finasteride doesn't negatively affect sexual function in Indian men with hair loss.

Synthetic hair fibers for hair restoration were controversial in 2009 due to health risks and lack of support from the International Society of Hair Restoration.

Hirsutism in women is often due to hormone sensitivity and has significant psychological effects.

ChatGPT can be a helpful dermatology resource but should not replace professional consultations.

Researchers found that certain lipids, especially vitamin D3, are lower in prematurely grey hair than in pigmented hair.

Scalp photography helps patients feel less anxious about hair loss, agree more with doctors on severity, and stay motivated for treatment.

Androgens contribute to common male hair loss; more research needed for hair growth medication.