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Women with PCOS often have insulin resistance, abnormal lipid levels, and a higher risk of diabetes and heart disease; lifestyle changes and medication like metformin can help manage these risks.

Two new compounds can block androgen receptor activity in different ways and may lead to new treatments for androgen-related diseases.

The conclusion is that the best initial treatment for hirsutism is usually oral contraceptives, with the addition of antiandrogens or insulin sensitizers if needed, and topical eflornithine or laser treatments as supplementary options.

Retinoic acid, glucocorticoids, and IGF1 increase IGFBP-3 production in human dermal papilla cells, affecting hair growth.

High levels of TNF-α may contribute to obesity and insulin resistance in PCOS, but not due to the C850T genetic variation.

Insulin or IGF-I is needed for hair growth in newborn mice, while minoxidil helps adult mouse hair grow, suggesting a way to study human hair loss.

Increased HSD11B1 enzyme expression is linked to higher body fat and insulin resistance.

Depression in women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is linked to insulin resistance and hyperandrogenism, and managing these can help reduce depression. Lifestyle changes and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy can be effective treatments.

Red deer antler extract may help hair grow faster by increasing a growth protein.

Metformin helps with menstrual cycles and insulin levels in PCOS but is less effective for hair growth, diabetes prevention, and weight loss, and may improve fertility and reduce diabetes risk.

Insulin resistance is a key factor in polycystic ovary syndrome, but genetics may also contribute.

Lifestyle changes can improve body composition, excess male hormone levels, and insulin resistance in women with PCOS.

Women with PCOS have heart-related issues not because of obesity, but due to insulin resistance and low adiponectin levels.

People with PCOS, especially if obese, often have NAFLD, linked to obesity, insulin resistance, and high androgen levels.

Metformin combined with lifestyle changes improves insulin resistance and reduces testosterone levels in women with PCOS more than lifestyle changes alone.

Metformin and rosiglitazone improve blood vessel function in women with PCOS, with metformin also reducing insulin resistance and testosterone levels.

Hair loss in middle-aged women is often linked to insulin resistance and a family history of hair loss, particularly from their fathers.

The research found that polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) has two distinct types, with one having more severe hormone and insulin issues.

Metformin and rosiglitazone both improved insulin use and hormonal symptoms in women with PCOS.

Acanthosis nigricans is a skin condition that may indicate a higher risk for insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes, and more research is needed to understand and treat it.

Human keratinocytes do not naturally respond to androgens.

Exercise improves insulin sensitivity and hormone regulation in PCOS rats.

Chromium supplements don't improve insulin, hormone levels, or cholesterol in women with PCOS but raise testosterone levels.

The document concludes that Rabson-Mendenhall syndrome requires novel treatments for insulin resistance and emphasizes the importance of dental care in affected patients.

Genetically modified stem cells from human hair follicles can lower blood sugar and increase survival in diabetic mice.

Selenium might help with insulin resistance and cholesterol in PCOS, but more research is needed to confirm its benefits.

New treatments for excessive hair growth in women include insulin modulators and enzyme inhibitors.

Higher insulin levels are linked to larger ovaries in women with idiopathic hirsutism.

Low-dose anti-androgen drugs and certain drug combinations are effective for hirsutism, and insulin sensitizers show promise, especially for those with polycystic ovarian syndrome.

Insulin resistance is a complex condition that can lead to many diseases and has few treatment options.