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New understanding and treatments for hair loss are improving, but more research is needed.

Certain hormones can reduce skin oil and hair growth, potentially helping treat acne and excessive hair in women.

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

A woman was the first known case to have both polycystic ovary syndrome and autoimmune polyglandular syndrome type 2, suggesting a need to check for both conditions in similar patients.

Stress can cause hair loss by affecting nerve-related hair growth, and noradrenaline might help prevent this.

Alopecia areata needs more recognition and better treatment access in Latin America to improve patient care and outcomes.

Idiopathic hirsutism causes excessive hair growth in women, can be treated with medication and hair removal, but cannot be fully reversed.

Hair loss can be managed with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and others, but there are still gaps in effectiveness and off-label usage is increasing.

Ginsenoside Rg3 combined with minoxidil was more effective in treating hair loss in mice.

Platelet-rich plasma is a promising and safe treatment for increasing hair density and thickness in women with chronic telogen effluvium.

PCOS causes infertility mainly due to hormonal imbalances, insulin resistance, and chronic inflammation.

Microneedles are promising for long-acting drug delivery and can improve patient compliance, but more data is needed to confirm their effectiveness.

The 2023 guideline for PCOS suggests using updated diagnostic criteria, assessing related health risks, and recommends lifestyle changes and specific treatments for symptoms and fertility issues.

Reassurance is important for postpartum hair shedding as it likely won't cause complete baldness.

Two rare genetic diseases cause severe rickets in children due to defects in vitamin D metabolism.

Adding a specific gene to skin cells can help treat skin disorders like psoriasis.

Sebaceous glands in our skin, developing during pregnancy and active in puberty, produce sebum for skin lubrication, temperature control, and fighting germs, also help in hormone regulation, and their dysfunction can cause conditions like acne and hair loss.

IGF-1 injections help mice grow more hair by increasing cell growth and blocking a hair growth inhibitor.

Minoxidil can help thicken hair in some people with male pattern baldness, especially if used early and continuously.

Minoxidil may work for hair loss by reducing androgen sensitivity and altering hormone-related enzymes.

The conclusion is that hair growth can be improved by activating hair cycles, changing the surrounding environment, healing wounds to create new hair follicles, and using stem cell technology.

Local injections of nanosized rhEPO can speed up skin healing and improve quality after deep second-degree burns.

A hormone linked to collagen helps hair grow back in mice after chemotherapy, and may also prevent bone loss.

Hormonal treatments, including birth control and antiandrogens, can effectively treat acne in women.

Hormonal treatments can help with acne but are not the first choice due to side effects and the need for careful patient selection.

Finasteride improves hidradenitis suppurativa but not for child-bearing women.

Mesotherapy might help reduce fat in specific areas for those close to their ideal weight, but more research and care are needed to ensure safety.

An 800nm diode laser safely and effectively reduces hair for about 8 months, with most patients satisfied and few side effects.

Hair restoration has evolved from surgery to drugs to potential gene therapy, with improved results and ongoing research driven by high demand.

Finasteride safely treats hair loss without harming hormones or reproduction, but may slightly reduce sexual function.