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

Eating 500 fewer calories a day and making lifestyle changes can improve PCOS symptoms and reduce diabetes risk; more research is needed on its causes and treatments.

5-alpha reductase inhibitors can cause sexual side effects like erectile dysfunction and reduced sexual desire, sometimes lasting after stopping the drug.

The document concludes that targeting the androgen receptor may be a promising breast cancer treatment, especially for certain types.

Patients with PCOS rate their hirsutism higher than clinicians, and these self-ratings are more closely related to their quality of life and risk of depression.

Genes play a significant role in male-pattern baldness, and understanding them could lead to new treatments and insights into related health issues.

Finasteride treats enlarged prostate and baldness, but may cause limited urinary improvement and sex-related side effects.

Hormonal contraceptives can help treat acne by affecting sebum production and androgen levels.

Genetic factors alone might not cause pemphigus vulgaris; other factors like birth complications and puberty may trigger it.

The document suggests that blocking sweat glands with antiperspirants might allow skin-generated hormones to be absorbed, possibly increasing breast and prostate cancer risk.

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.

Oral Apremilast effectively treats alopecia areata in most patients.

The formulated gel is a promising treatment for alopecia areata.

Acne can appear or persist in adulthood due to hormonal changes, external factors, or substance use, and requires appropriate treatment.

Early balding in men is linked to metabolic syndrome, so screening is important for prevention.

Microneedling is promising for treating various skin issues but needs more research to confirm its effectiveness and safety.

Platelet-rich plasma may have some benefits in dermatology, but there's not enough evidence to widely recommend its use.

Taking low-dose spironolactone and metformin together works better for PCOS symptoms than either drug alone.

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

Dermatoscopy and videodermatoscopy are useful and reliable for tracking treatment progress in various skin conditions.

Antiandrogens are effective for conditions like prostate cancer and skin issues, but more research is needed to confirm their benefits and minimize side effects.

Short-term finasteride treatment may lower some cell death factors in prostate cancer cells.

Testosterone therapy aims to treat hormone deficiencies and various conditions safely and effectively, but requires careful patient monitoring due to potential side effects.

Taking L-tryptophan supplements might cause a condition similar to scleroderma in some people, which can get better after stopping the supplement and starting corticosteroid therapy.

Some skin diseases and their treatments can negatively affect male fertility.

Early treatment and lifestyle changes are important for managing PCOS in young people to prevent long-term health issues.

Metformin helps improve symptoms and reproductive outcomes in people with polycystic ovary syndrome.

5α-Reductase inhibitors do not consistently increase testosterone levels in the blood.

5α-reductase inhibitors help treat disorders caused by DHT and have potential for future therapies.