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Understanding hair follicle biology and stem cell control could lead to new hair loss treatments.

Baldness might be caused by scalp weight pressing on hair follicles.

New treatments for Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia show promise, especially finasteride and dutasteride, with most patients seeing improvement or stabilization.

Cyproterone acetate is the preferred treatment for women's hyperandrogenism when estrogen/progestogen use is safe.

Tenofovir is more effective than adefovir for resistant hepatitis B, Fibroscan is good for assessing liver damage, regulatory T cells may help hepatitis C persist, and other insights into liver health and disease were found.

No effective treatment for frontal fibrosing alopecia was found, but oral 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors had the best response; for lichen planopilaris, topical corticosteroids were commonly used but had a high relapse rate.

Accurate diagnosis is key for treating different kinds of hair loss, and immune response variations may affect the condition and treatment results.

The normal range for the hair pull test is 2 hairs or fewer, and washing or brushing hair before the test does not affect the results.

Lower doses of treatments for hirsutism and acne in PCOS are effective and cause fewer side effects.

The document concludes that for hair and feather growth, it's better to target the environment around stem cells than the cells themselves.

Most treatments for lichen planopilaris were found to be generally unsatisfactory.

Selective Androgen Receptor Modulators (SARMs) are drugs that can control the effects of androgens in different tissues, potentially having fewer side effects and promising for treating various conditions.

Scalp biopsies are essential for accurately diagnosing alopecia areata.

Early diagnosis and individualized treatment improve outcomes for Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia.

5α‐reductase isozymes are crucial for prostate development and health, and targeting them can help prevent and treat prostate issues.

The document concludes with guidance for doctors on diagnosing and treating hirsutism effectively and safely.

The document concludes that treating androgen excess needs patience, managing expectations is important, and many drugs used are not officially approved, suggesting cosmetic options for mild cases.

Men with early balding should be checked for metabolic syndrome, as there's a link between the two.

Most men stopped using finasteride for baldness due to unsatisfactory results or were lost to follow-up, and those who continued saw minimal to moderate improvement.

The conclusion is that the increasing use of drugs for lifestyle reasons is a complex issue influenced by corporate profit, consumer behavior, and the medicalization of everyday life, with potential negative effects on personal well-being.

Antiandrogens, particularly flutamide and CPA, are most effective for treating hirsutism, with long-term use needed for best results.

The document concludes that future heart disease research should account for sex-specific differences to improve diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes.

The document concludes that there are no reliable treatments for frontal fibrosing alopecia, with only temporary benefits from current options.

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

Certain gene patterns in breast cancer are linked to how active hormone receptors are and could affect patient survival.

Cyproterone acetate may cause liver cancer at high doses, but is considered safe at recommended doses for approved uses.

Bariatric surgery patients need careful before and after surgery care for safety and long-term health.

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

Eating a balanced diet with the right vitamins and minerals is important for healthy hair, but too many supplements can be harmful.

Effective hair loss treatment in women requires correct diagnosis and can include medications like minoxidil, antiandrogens, and treatments for underlying conditions like PCOS.