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Scalp cooling effectively prevents severe hair loss in breast cancer patients treated with docetaxel and is safe.

Gynecologists should provide comprehensive care for transgender patients, including mental health evaluation, hormone therapy, and surgical options, while monitoring for side effects and ensuring patient safety.

A 65-year-old woman has a growing bald spot on her scalp.

Hormones and their receptors, especially androgens, play a key role in hair growth and disorders like baldness.

Testosterone therapy seems safe for short-term use in postmenopausal women with low sexual desire, but more research on long-term effects is needed.

Pumpkin seeds may improve health due to their rich nutrients and potential to treat various conditions.

Adding stem cells to fat grafts for facial rejuvenation might improve outcomes, but more research is needed to confirm safety and effectiveness.

A rare type of skin cancer on the scalp can be mistaken for hair loss, causing delayed diagnosis and severe damage.

The safety and effectiveness of gender-affirming treatments for children are uncertain, with potential long-term risks like infertility.

PSA might help diagnose PCOS and related skin issues, but more research is needed.

Blocking the protein CXCL12 with a specific antibody can increase hair growth in common hair loss conditions.

Saw palmetto extract may help treat brain tumors by blocking a specific growth signal and blood vessel formation.

Breast implants are linked to autoimmune symptoms, with over half of patients feeling better after removal, but the exact cause is unclear and may involve bacterial biofilm.

Genetic counselors should be culturally skilled and aware of transgender patients' unique health risks and needs.

Testosterone therapy and surgeries like mastectomy improve transgender men's lives and mental health with low risks and high satisfaction.

The document concludes that low-dose oral contraceptives and hormonal therapies can manage perimenopause symptoms and reduce some health risks, but lifestyle changes and disease screening are also important.

Antidepressants called SSRIs can cause skin problems, bleeding risk, and other side effects.

Certain spices may help prevent and treat skin cancer, but more human trials are needed.

Hormonal changes and psychological issues can cause sexual dysfunction in postmenopausal women. Behavioral therapy is recommended first, with hormone replacement helping some symptoms but not libido. Testosterone can improve libido, but its effects on overall sexual function are unclear. Emotional and relationship issues should be addressed before using medication, and the benefits and risks of testosterone supplementation should be considered.

Interferons are effective for some skin conditions and cancers, but can have side effects and need more research for optimal use.

Germacrone from Curcuma aeruginosa may help treat conditions related to male hormones by blocking a specific enzyme.

Allopregnanolone increases growth and changes gene activity in human brain cancer cells.

Certain herbal compounds, especially from bitter melon, can inhibit cancer growth and promote hair growth by blocking PAK1.

Polygonum multiflorum extract helps hair grow longer and fights the effects of hormones that cause hair loss.

Men and women experience skin aging differently due to changes in sex hormone levels with age.

Annurca apple extract may protect mouse hair from damage by chemotherapy and could help treat hair loss without promoting cancer growth.

Maintaining sexual health after menopause is possible with patient approaches, hormone supplements, and therapy, despite needing more research.

Indian jujube has many medicinal properties and can help treat ailments like diabetes, inflammation, and cancer.

Hormonal treatments can help with acne, especially in women, by lowering androgen levels or blocking their effects.

Women with PCOS may take longer to get pregnant but can have a normal family size, and should manage their overall health to reduce long-term health risks.