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Many treatments for hair loss lack proper testing and FDA approval, so their effectiveness is uncertain.

Antiandrogen therapies are beneficial for treating skin and hair conditions related to androgen levels.

Spironolactone may help reduce hair loss in androgenic alopecia.

Flutamide works better than finasteride for hirsutism, and combining both is slightly better but not much.

Hormones affect skin aging and fat distribution, and treatments can help, but only minoxidil is proven for female hair loss.

Rare adrenal cancers that secrete androgens or estrogens have a poor prognosis and are treated primarily with surgery.

Low-dose anti-androgen drugs and certain drug combinations are effective for hirsutism, and insulin sensitizers show promise, especially for those with polycystic ovarian syndrome.

New treatments for PCOS focus on managing symptoms and improving fertility.

Hirsutism is common body hair growth due to genetics and hormones, and while not a disease, it can be distressing; virilisation includes hirsutism with other male traits and needs medical attention.

PCOS is a long-term condition that needs more research for better understanding and treatment.

The document concludes that managing PCOS involves treating symptoms, regulating periods, and reducing health risks, with specific medications for fertility and metabolic issues.

The document concludes that managing PCOS involves treating symptoms and reducing long-term metabolic risks, with lifestyle changes being important.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) often leads to severe acne, and lifestyle changes and hormonal treatments can help manage it.

Hirsutism is mainly caused by high androgen levels or sensitivity, with PCOS being the most common cause.

Diagnosing and treating PCOS is complex due to differing criteria and requires a team approach.

The document concludes that treatments for female hair loss and excess body hair are available, but managing expectations is important.

Primary care is key in managing PCOS, focusing on lifestyle changes and medications like birth control and metformin.

Adults can develop late-onset loose anagen syndrome, which may often be misdiagnosed.

Hysteroscopic surgery is better than hysterectomy for treating dysfunctional uterine bleeding due to fewer complications and quicker recovery, with high satisfaction in both treatments.

The 2003 consensus updated PCOS diagnosis criteria and highlighted increased risks of diabetes and heart disease for those affected.

The 2003 consensus updated PCOS diagnosis criteria and linked PCOS to higher risks of diabetes and heart problems, recommending lifestyle changes to lower these risks.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome should be seen mainly as a condition of excess male hormones, with a focus on this in its definition.

The report concludes that PCOS is mainly a condition of excess male hormones and its definition may change as new information is discovered.

Finasteride and minoxidil are effective for hair loss, but continued research is needed for better treatments.

Insulin resistance and obesity are key factors in the development and worsening of polycystic ovary syndrome, and lifestyle changes are important for managing it.

Insulin sensitizers may slightly reduce hirsutism but are less effective than other treatments.

Finasteride and minoxidil are effective for hair regrowth, while treatments for alopecia areata have varying success and continuous treatment is necessary.

The document concludes that proper diagnosis and a multidisciplinary approach are crucial for managing Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia effectively.

The document concludes that accurate measurement of serum androgens is crucial for diagnosing hyperandrogenism.

The document concludes that early recognition and treatment of PCOS in adolescents is crucial for managing symptoms and long-term health risks.