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Spironolactone treatment reduced hair growth and androgen levels in hirsute women, but the overall effectiveness was just adequate.

Hair loss causes differ between men and women due to changes in hormone levels and inflammation-related pathways.

Middle-aged women with PCOS often continue to experience symptoms related to high androgen levels, like unwanted hair growth.

Beard hair follicles have more androgen receptors than non-balding scalp hair follicles.

Ultrasound measurement of the ovarian stroma to total area ratio is not a reliable single predictor of high male hormone levels in Thai women with PCOS, but works better when combined with clinical signs.

Statins may help treat PCOS by lowering androgen levels and improving cholesterol.

People with early onset hair loss (Androgenetic Alopecia) in Ile-Ife, Nigeria, have significantly lower iron levels compared to those with adult-onset hair loss.

Most women with female pattern hair loss have low vitamin D levels.

The document concludes that more research is needed to understand excessive hair growth in women with normal hormone levels and regular ovulation.

The document concludes that diagnosing PCOS in teenagers is difficult and should focus on specific hormone levels and menstrual irregularities, while also considering treatment for symptoms and related health issues.

Metformin works better for adolescent girls with PCOS who have certain genetic variations.

The chapter explains the causes of excessive hair growth and masculinization in women and how to measure hormone levels related to these conditions.

Eating fewer calories, less sugar and refined carbs, and more low-glycemic and omega-3 rich foods can help manage PCOS symptoms.

To diagnose Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, two out of three signs—irregular periods, high male hormone levels, or cysts on the ovaries—are needed.

The side gland of Suncus murinus is a good model for studying human sebaceous glands.

Hormonal interactions, especially involving DHT and estrogen, play a key role in BPH development and treatment.

Antiandrogens affect androgen-dependent body functions and are used for various medical conditions, with some risks like fetus feminization, but new forms like 17α-propylmesterolone show promise for acne without systemic effects.

Testosterone replacement may help post-menopausal women with androgen insufficiency, but more research is needed on its benefits and risks.

High levels of male hormones in women without tumors are linked to metabolic problems and can be treated with metformin.

Women with persistent acne and high levels of antimullerian hormone are more likely to have polycystic ovarian syndrome.

Over half of the adult women with acne in the study had higher than normal levels of male hormones, especially DHEA.

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

Androgens play a role in female sexual function, and testosterone therapy can help women with low sexual desire, but more research is needed on treatments and long-term safety.

The rat model showed early perimenopause with regular cycles and low hormones, and late perimenopause with irregular cycles and higher hormone levels.

Many men with male pattern baldness have abnormal blood fat levels, which may raise their risk of heart disease.

New treatments for PCOS focus on insulin resistance and reducing testosterone levels, along with traditional hormone therapies.

Teens with PCOS and a mom with PCOS have higher insulin resistance and lower adiponectin levels, which could signal early metabolic problems.

Environmental, chemical, mechanical, and personal health factors can all damage hair and contribute to hair loss or changes in hair quality.

Vitamin D deficiency is common in women with PCOS and linked to some metabolic problems, but not the main cause of their metabolic issues.

Low-dose oral minoxidil effectively reduces hair loss in women with female pattern hair loss.