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Cyproterone acetate is the preferred treatment for women's hyperandrogenism when estrogen/progestogen use is safe.

A woman with high testosterone and an adrenal nodule had an ovarian tumor causing her symptoms, which improved after the tumor was removed.

Finasteride and metformin both help treat PCOS, but using them together works best.

An unusual growth of Leydig cells in a woman's ovaries caused her excessive hair growth, which was treated successfully with surgery.

Antiandrogens and androgen inhibitors like spironolactone, finasteride, and dutasteride can treat hair loss and skin conditions, but they have risks and side effects, including potential harm to pregnant women and risks of cancer and heart issues. Herbal remedies also have antiandrogenic effects but lack safety validation.

Some drugs can cause serious side effects like heart issues and nervous system problems, but certain drugs for Parkinson's and overactive bladder may be safer, though they still have some common side effects.

Insulin resistance is linked to PCOS and can lead to other health issues, but treatments like metformin can help manage symptoms.

A new topical treatment using SAMiRNA technology shows promise in increasing hair growth for androgenetic alopecia.

Myo-inositol supplements may improve insulin sensitivity and help with conditions like PCOS and gestational diabetes, but more research is needed.

Most women with excess hair growth have an underlying hormonal issue, often treated with medication and hair removal methods.

Oral antiandrogens effectively treat female hair loss, with better results in higher hair loss grades.

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

Metformin improves hair growth and menstrual frequency in women with PCOS and hirsutism.

The circadian clock influences the behavior and regeneration of stem cells in the body.

Oral retinoids can cause side effects ranging from mild to severe, including birth defects, and require careful monitoring and contraception.

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

Finasteride effectively reduces hair growth in women with polycystic ovary syndrome or idiopathic hirsutism.

The document says that understanding the causes of PCOS is important for treatment, especially in distinguishing the syndrome from just having cystic ovaries, and that losing weight is key for obese women with PCOS.

Women with PCOS have higher xanthine oxidase activity linked to inflammation and heart disease risks.

The document concludes that it's important to understand the placebo effect when evaluating the effectiveness of treatments in medical trials.

Post-finasteride syndrome causes lasting sexual, neurological, and physical side effects in some people after taking finasteride.

New male hormonal contraceptives show promise but need more research on long-term effects and funding for larger trials.

Early diagnosis and treatment of PCOS is crucial to reduce emotional distress and health risks.

Unwanted facial hair significantly impacts over 40% of women's psychological and social well-being, and various treatment options are available.

Flutamide works better than finasteride for hirsutism, and combining both is slightly better but not much.

Treating excessive hair in women requires a holistic approach, including medical, aesthetic, and emotional support.

Hormonal changes during and after pregnancy can cause hair growth changes and hair loss, with treatments available for some conditions.

The document concludes that treatments for female hair loss and excessive hair growth are temporary and not well-studied.

The conclusion is that young women with excessive hair growth should be quickly tested for hormonal issues and treated to improve their social well-being.

Finasteride reduces hair growth in women with hirsutism and works better with electrolysis.