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The birth control combination of ethinylestradiol and drospirenone helps treat symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome.

PCOS affects fertility and is linked to obesity and menstrual irregularities; lifestyle changes are recommended for treatment.

The document discusses male and female pattern hair loss, its diagnosis methods, FDA-approved treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, their side effects, and the role of lifestyle changes.

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) was first described in 1721, officially diagnosed in the 1990s, and is now known to be partly genetic and linked to insulin resistance, with increased risk of cardiovascular disease and carbohydrate metabolism issues.

Skin problems like acne and excess hair in PCOS are common and linked to being overweight.

Acne is strongly linked to high BMI, hair loss, menstrual issues, family history, and eating too many sweets and fatty foods, but not to excessive hair growth.

Understanding how androgens and their receptors work can lead to improved treatments for skin diseases.

Obesity is common in PCOS patients and early treatment is important for their heart and metabolic health.

No cure for female pattern hair loss, but various effective treatments exist.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) was found in 3.86% of tenth-grade girls in Guangzhou, China, with higher rates in overweight and obese girls, suggesting diagnosis should focus on hyperandrogenemia.

Different treatments for PCOS focus on the specific symptoms, with weight loss and lifestyle changes being important.

Ustekinumab significantly improved sexual function and quality of life for people with moderate to severe psoriasis.

The document concludes that treating PCOS requires a combination of drugs to manage reproductive and metabolic symptoms, with more research needed on combination therapies.

Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) is crucial for conditions like male-pattern baldness and acne, and measuring a byproduct, androstanediol glucuronide, is a better way to assess DHT's effects than DHT blood levels.

Ayurvedic treatment, exercise, and a healthy diet can effectively manage PCOD symptoms.

Cyproterone acetate plus ethinyl estradiol is generally more effective in treating hirsutism, but consider side effects and patient characteristics.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome can cause hair loss and skin issues, and early treatment is important for preventing complications.

The document concludes that various treatments, including laser therapy, are effective for managing pseudofolliculitis barbae, especially in darker skin types.

The conclusion is that a more comprehensive and precise approach is needed for diagnosing PCOS to address its broader health risks.

Finasteride helps hair growth and prostate issues but may cause sexual side effects and increase tumor risk.

Exposure to too much androgen before birth might cause polycystic ovary syndrome later in life.

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

Effective treatments for male pattern baldness include oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, while topical minoxidil is best for female pattern baldness.

5α-reductase is essential for male sexual development and its inhibitors have potential in treating various conditions related to hormone action.

Male hormones are important for hair and oil gland development and can cause conditions like excessive hair growth and acne.

Patients with PCOS rate their hirsutism higher than clinicians, and these self-ratings are more closely related to their quality of life and risk of depression.

RU 58841 may treat acne, hair loss, and excessive hair growth.

Testosterone and dihydrotestosterone affect hair growth, and new techniques like the folliculogram help study it, but fully understanding hair growth is still complex.

Excessive hair growth can be assessed by history, exam, and blood tests, and treated with medication like dexamethasone, birth control pills, and spironolactone.

Hirsutism can be caused by various conditions besides PCOS, and it's important to treat the underlying issue and manage symptoms with medication and cosmetic approaches.