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Stress can stop hair growth in mice, and treatments can reverse this effect.

Stress can cause hair loss by negatively affecting hair follicles and this effect might be reversed with specific treatments.

Finasteride effectively treats baldness but may cause sexual side effects.

New targets for making and using brain-synthesized steroids could lead to better treatments for brain disorders and alcoholism.

Hair follicles produce and respond to melatonin, affecting hair growth and sensitivity to estrogen.

The telogen phase of hair growth is active and important for preparing hair follicles for regeneration, not just a resting stage.

Fibroblast growth factor receptor signaling controls cell development and repair, and its malfunction can cause disorders and cancer, but it also offers potential for targeted therapies.

Modern lifestyles, including poor diet, stress, and long-term use of certain medications, hinder the body's ability to heal from inflammation, leading to chronic diseases.

The update highlights that non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia is common in women with excess male hormones, requires specific hormone tests for diagnosis, and has various treatment options depending on age and symptoms.

TSH is usually the only test needed to check thyroid function in primary care.

Children with atopic dermatitis often have sleep problems, affecting their growth and behavior.

Thyroid hormones help hair grow, reduce hair loss, and increase hair pigment.

Animals that change color with the seasons mainly do so in response to daylight changes, but climate change is causing camouflage problems that may require evolutionary changes.

Melatonin helps regulate hair growth and protects the hair follicle from stress.

Stress increases a factor in mice that leads to hair loss, and blocking this factor may prevent it.

Interferon, especially alfa interferon, is an effective treatment for cutaneous T-cell lymphoma with manageable side effects.

Treating sleep apnea in young obese women with PCOS can improve heart health and insulin sensitivity.

Finasteride doesn't harm male fertility or sperm quality, but may slightly reduce ejaculate volume.

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

Hormones like estrogen, testosterone, progesterone, and prolactin play complex roles in female sexual function, with testosterone potentially improving sexual desire, arousal, and satisfaction. However, more research is needed to establish safe and effective hormone treatments for female sexual dysfunction.

Finasteride may cause slight depression and anxiety.

Too much male hormone is the main cause of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.

Testosterone replacement may help some postmenopausal women with symptoms like fatigue and low libido, but more research is needed to fully understand its effects.

Prolactin affects hair growth and skin conditions, and could be a target for new skin disease treatments.

Hormones significantly affect hair and oil gland function in the skin, and more research is needed on skin-related hormone disorders.

The document concludes that accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment are important for skin problems in women with PCOS.

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

Skin fat helps with body temperature control and has other active roles in health.

The conclusion is that early diagnosis and a multi-system treatment approach are crucial for managing PCOS and its associated health risks.

Lower SHBG levels may increase the risk of PCOS.