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A new drug, dutasteride, is at least as effective as the older drug, finasteride, for treating enlarged prostate and may have additional uses.

Genetic defects in androgen production are linked to male developmental disorders and are improving treatment understanding.

5α-reductase inhibitors, like finasteride and dutasteride, effectively treat BPH, male baldness, and hirsutism, with potential for acne and prostate cancer prevention.

To diagnose Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, two out of three signs—irregular periods, high male hormone levels, or cysts on the ovaries—are needed.

Four new compounds were more effective than finasteride in treating prostate issues and hair loss, with one being 100 times more active and safe for use.

We need to learn more about 5α-reductases and neuroactive steroids to safely make drugs targeting these enzymes.

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

Heparan sulfate is important for hair growth, preventing new hair formation in mature skin, and controlling oil gland development.

The document concludes that correct diagnosis and management of PCOS are important, and more research is needed on its risks and treatments.

The main cause of excessive hair growth in Turkish women is Polycystic ovary syndrome, but in about one fifth of cases, the reason for high male hormone levels is unknown.

PNU 157706 is a more effective treatment than finasteride for conditions caused by DHT, like enlarged prostate and hair loss.

The conclusion is that hirsutism should be diagnosed and treated because it affects quality of life and may signal other health problems.

Finasteride reduces PSA levels, terazosin doesn't affect them, and tracking prostate cancer in patients taking finasteride could be difficult.

Finasteride may cause sexual side effects like erectile dysfunction, but they are reversible and affect less than 2% of men.

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.

Some men's prostate tissues have low enzyme levels due to genetic changes, possibly affecting treatment for prostate enlargement.

Finasteride affects urinary steroid profiles and can potentially hide steroid abuse in sports drug testing.

Antiandrogens help treat hormone-related conditions in both men and women.

5-alpha reductase deficiency leads to male sexual development issues and treatments like finasteride help with prostate enlargement and hair loss.

5-alpha reductase inhibitors slightly increase the risk of sexual and mood side effects, and breast growth in men.

The conclusion is that accurately identifying the cause of high androgen levels in women with PCOS is crucial and requires specific tests.

Finasteride works best in 6 months and lasts 6 years.

Large prostate links to more hair loss, but age of onset doesn't affect it.

Early adrenal gland maturation in young children can be normal, but other serious conditions should be ruled out first.

Low testosterone and 5α-reductase inhibitors can harm men's metabolic and sexual health; testosterone therapy may help, but discussing 5α-RIs' side effects is important.

Women with androgen excess, especially those with PCOS, have a much higher risk of heart disease and stroke.

5-alpha-reductase inhibitors may cause a low incidence of erectile dysfunction that decreases over time.

Testosterone and dihydrotestosterone play a role in women's health issues like excess hair and baldness, and treatments blocking these hormones may help.

Finasteride can cause serious side effects in some men, needing more research for treatment.

Finasteride increases hair count in middle-aged and elderly men without causing sexual dysfunction.