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Drospirenone is a unique progestin with anti-water retention and potential blood pressure benefits, used in birth control and hormone therapy.

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

Androgen therapy might help some women with low libido, but it has risks and should be used carefully.

Testosterone replacement can help women with low libido and mood, but they need to have enough estrogen first to avoid side effects.

Birth control pills increase the risk of blood clots, especially within the first year and with certain types.

Oral contraceptives help treat hyperandrogenic disorders, improving symptoms like excessive hair and acne.

Acne vulgaris is a common skin condition that can cause low self-esteem and depression, and early treatment is important to prevent scarring.

Antiandrogens are somewhat effective in reducing excessive hair growth in women.

Excessive hair growth can be assessed by history, exam, and blood tests, and treated with medication like dexamethasone, birth control pills, and spironolactone.

Birth control pills help treat skin and hair growth problems linked to high male hormone levels.

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

Dihydrotestosterone makes arteries stiffer in female mice by reducing estrogen receptor expression.

Hirsutism can be caused by various conditions besides PCOS, and it's important to treat the underlying issue and manage symptoms with medication and cosmetic approaches.

Birth control pills can help manage acne, but dermatologists should know their skin-related side effects, especially when prescribing drugs that can harm unborn babies.

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

Individualized treatment plans, including lifestyle changes and specific medications, are crucial for managing PCOS in adolescents.

Cocaine impairs male sexual behavior and alters testosterone metabolism in the brain.

SHBG may be a useful early indicator and treatment target for PCOS.

The guidelines advise against using testosterone and DHEA in women for most conditions due to safety and effectiveness concerns, but suggest considering testosterone for postmenopausal women with low sexual desire.

Testosterone therapy seems safe for postmenopausal women for a few years, but more research is needed for long-term effects.

Cyproterone acetate may cause liver cancer at high doses, but is considered safe at recommended doses for approved uses.

A transwoman developed a brain tumor after nine years of hormone therapy, suggesting a possible link between the treatment and tumor development.

Hormonal contraceptives are effective for teens but require careful consideration of side effects and individual health.

For women with moderate to severe unwanted hair growth or acne, birth control pills are the first choice, with other medications like cyproterone, spironolactone, flutamide, or finasteride as alternatives, and permanent hair removal should be done with electrolysis or laser.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) often leads to severe acne, and lifestyle changes and hormonal treatments can help manage it.

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

Hormonal treatments can help with acne, especially in women, by lowering androgen levels or blocking their effects.

The document concludes that various drugs can manage symptoms and metabolic issues in women with PCOS.

Sex hormones affect hair growth and loss, and treatments for related hair diseases include various medications, hair transplantation, and light therapy.

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.