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Steroid hormones are crucial for body functions and have various medical uses, but their misuse can lead to dependence.

ADT, especially enzalutamide, may increase the risk of heart rhythm problems and sudden death in men.

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.

Adult female acne is complex and requires a combination of treatments for effective management.

Hormones like androgens, estrogen, thyroid hormones, and stress hormones can contribute to hair loss, and treatments target these hormonal imbalances.

Androgens play a complex role in skin conditions like acne and hair loss in women, and normal blood levels don't always show true androgen status.

Antiandrogens and androgen inhibitors like spironolactone, finasteride, and dutasteride can treat hair loss and skin conditions, but they have risks and side effects, including potential harm to pregnant women and risks of cancer and heart issues. Herbal remedies also have antiandrogenic effects but lack safety validation.

The study created a test that found hormonal and toxic effects in plant and fungal extracts using prostate cancer cells.

PRP treatment improves hair density and diameter in women with androgenetic alopecia.

Spironolactone might cause painful intercourse and decreased sexual arousal in women.

Early diagnosis and treatment, using finasteride, minoxidil, or hair transplantation, improves hair loss outcomes.

Microneedle technology has improved drug delivery and patient comfort but needs more research for broader use.

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

The normal human prostate does not significantly affect blood DHT levels.

Male hormones indirectly affect skin cell development by increasing growth factor levels from skin fibroblasts.

Low testosterone in men is a risk factor for a specific heart rhythm issue, and testosterone treatment may help prevent it.

Finasteride can cause muscle pain and high creatine kinase levels, but stopping the medication may resolve symptoms.

Spironolactone is effective for acne, hidradenitis suppurativa, female hair loss, and hirsutism but is underused in dermatology.

Spironolactone is a low-cost, effective, and generally safe treatment for various skin conditions related to hormones.

Hair loss affects women's self-esteem; treatments like minoxidil can help.

HNG may help prevent the negative effects of chemotherapy on sperm production and white blood cell counts.

Some drugs can cause changes to your hair.

Combining minoxidil with microneedling or spironolactone is more effective for female hair loss than using minoxidil alone.

5α-reductase inhibitors like finasteride and dutasteride can help treat skin disorders stimulated by androgens, such as hair loss and acne.

Most patients with PCOS were prescribed medroxyprogesterone acetate or oral contraceptives, with some experiencing side effects or needing prescription changes.

Topical minoxidil is the best-supported treatment for female hair loss, but personalized plans are needed.

Hormonal imbalances during menopause may significantly contribute to Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia.

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.

Combination therapy for hair loss can improve results and reduce side effects.

Spironolactone reduced hair thickness and some testosterone levels in women with excessive hair growth.