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Men using hair loss drugs like finasteride may experience sexual side effects like erectile dysfunction, but it's unclear who will be affected and when. Treating depression and sexual symptoms is suggested, as these men often have higher rates of both. More research is needed to understand why these side effects occur.

SAHA syndrome is a condition in women involving skin and hair issues, often related to hormonal imbalances, and is treated based on the underlying cause.

Hormonal therapies are effective for managing hair and skin symptoms in women with PCOS.

Eating high-glycemic foods and drinking milk may worsen acne by increasing insulin and IGF-1 levels.

Creating stronger blockers for skin enzymes might lead to better treatment for conditions like acne and excessive hair growth.

Diagnosing hyperandrogenism in women is complex and requires accurate testing methods and consideration of SHBG levels.

The document concludes that accurate measurement of serum androgens is crucial for diagnosing hyperandrogenism.

Certain hormone treatments can improve acne and related conditions in women.

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.

Finasteride, CPA, and flutamide are all equally effective in reducing excessive hair growth in women.

Different anti-androgen medications can help treat excessive hair growth, but the right choice depends on accurate diagnosis.

Women with PCOS often have skin problems like excessive hair, acne, hair loss, and dark patches, which can be treated with hormonal and non-hormonal therapies.

Lifestyle changes and weight loss are key for treating PCOS-related metabolic issues and infertility, with various medications available for specific symptoms.

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

Excessive hair growth in women often has no known cause and is not linked to race or other hormonal symptoms.

Most women with excessive hair growth have PCOS; treatment varies and focuses on preventing new hair, with electrolysis as the only permanent removal method.

The document concludes that using LC-MS/MS for measuring androgens is more accurate than older methods, but it needs careful validation and standardized references to be most effective.

Androgens significantly affect female hair loss, and hormonal treatments may help.

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

Hormone treatments in transsexual individuals reduce hair growth and oil production in male-to-females and increase them in female-to-males.

The document concludes that blocking the internal pathways that create androgens might help treat cancers that depend on sex hormones.

Most COVID-19 patients in hospitals have androgenetic alopecia, more in men, suggesting a link between androgen sensitivity and severe COVID-19 symptoms.

Minoxidil works better for female hair loss, but cyproterone reduces scalp oiliness and causes menstrual issues.

Finasteride reduces hair growth and is safe for women with excessive hair.

The document concludes that managing hirsutism involves identifying the cause, using a scoring system for severity, combining cosmetic and medical treatments, encouraging weight loss, and providing psychological support, while noting the need for more research on drug treatments.

Some ovarian tumors can cause masculinization, and it's important to check for various causes when this symptom is present.

Lower SHBG levels may increase the risk of PCOS.

Hormonal treatments are effective as a second-line option for moderate-to-severe acne in females, but should be used with caution due to health risks.

New acne treatments show promise as alternatives to traditional therapies.

Effective hirsutism management requires identifying the cause, combining new and traditional treatments, and setting realistic expectations for patients.