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Normal levels of DHT can reduce belly fat and increase muscle, but too much can lead to hair loss, prostate issues, and possibly heart disease.

Finasteride can cause lasting sexual dysfunction, depression, and other side effects, needing more research for treatment.

Female pattern hair loss involves thinning hair on crown and frontal scalp, diagnosed by hair ratio, and treated with minoxidil, antiandrogens, or hair transplantation.

Hormonal imbalances, not insulin resistance or dyslipidemia, may be more important in causing acne in women over 25.

Women with acne after adolescence are more likely to have PCOS and should be checked for it.

Genetics and hormones play a role in male and female hair loss, but more research is needed to fully understand it.

Some women with acne have higher levels of free testosterone, which might suggest using hormonal treatments for acne.

Cyproterone acetate is effective for treating hirsutism and acne but less so for hair loss, with side effects similar to birth control pills.

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

Most cases of excessive hair growth in women are caused by polycystic ovarian syndrome and are linked to higher free testosterone levels.

Treat pattern hair loss with finasteride and topical minoxidil.

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.

Acne is a chronic skin condition not caused by poor hygiene or diet, and it requires long-term treatment and patient education.

Acne severity is linked to higher levels of certain androgenic hormones, even when those levels are within the normal range.

Prolactin may be important for skin growth and immune function.

Menopause affects hair and skin; more research needed for treatment.

Acne severity in women may not be linked to increased male hormone indicators like excess body hair, menstrual irregularities, or hair loss.

Treating hirsutism in women often requires a mix of medications and cosmetic methods for best results.

Testosterone significantly affects sexual desire in both men and women, but its impact on women is more complex and influenced by psychological factors.

Higher DHT levels are linked to fewer hypogonadism symptoms in men with normal testosterone levels.

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

Low androgen levels can still cause female pattern hair loss.

No treatment fully stops excessive hair growth in women, but various methods can help manage it effectively.

Early treatment and weight management are important for teenagers with PCOS to reduce symptoms and long-term health risks.

Men with Type 2 Diabetes have lower DHT levels, which may affect fertility and lipid profiles.

Post-implantation erythema is a red skin condition after medical device implantation that sometimes goes away on its own.

Testosterone's effects on COVID-19 are unclear and need more research.

Hair loss, known as Androgenetic Alopecia, is often caused by hormones and can be diagnosed using noninvasive techniques. Treatments include topical minoxidil and oral finasteride, with new treatments being explored. There may also be a link between this type of hair loss and heart disease risk.

Lipocalin-Type Prostaglandin D2 Synthase (L-PGDS) is a protein that plays many roles in the body, including sleep regulation, pain management, food intake, and protection against harmful substances. It also affects fat metabolism, glucose intolerance, cell maturation, and is involved in various diseases like diabetes, cancer, and arthritis. It can influence sex organ development and embryonic cell differentiation, and its levels can be used as a diagnostic marker for certain conditions.

Hormones like androgens, estrogen, thyroid hormones, and stress hormones can contribute to hair loss, and treatments target these hormonal imbalances.