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

Lack or blocking of SRD5a, a key component in hormone creation, can lead to conditions like pseudohermaphrodism and affect hair growth, bone mass, muscle strength, and reproductive health. More research is needed on its regulation from fertilization to adulthood.

Certain gene variants may contribute to high androgen levels in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.

Men with lower 2nd to 4th finger ratios tend to have larger sinus volumes.

Orlistat helped reduce weight and testosterone in obese women with PCOS but did not significantly affect other androgens or cholesterol levels.

Diagnosing simple-virilizing congenital adrenal hyperplasia can be difficult and requires thorough testing and expert advice.

Fear of hair-related issues causes significant mental distress, especially in high-stress women.

Cooling the scalp may prevent hair loss from chemotherapy, hair often grows back after treatment, and nail issues usually improve after stopping the drug.

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.

Latanoprost can make eyelashes longer, thicker, and darker.

PCOS is a complex condition in women that can lead to health issues, and lifestyle changes are the best management approach.

Different ethnic hair traits must be considered for successful hair restoration surgery to achieve natural-looking results.

Hair restoration can be achieved through non-surgical treatments like minoxidil, antiandrogens, phototherapy, and PRP procedures, or through surgical methods like hair transplantation. Continued treatment is needed to maintain results, and full results are visible after 12-18 months.

Two women with very high androgen levels had only slight skin issues, one due to a non-classical adrenal disorder and the other due to an adrenal tumor.

Certain inhibitors can potentially treat prostate cancer and other hormone-dependent conditions by controlling sex hormone levels in cells.

New compounds show promise for treating hair loss, enlarged prostate, and prostate cancer, with some being more effective and having different side effects than current treatments.

The document concludes that non-operative treatment for gender dysphoria is safe and effective, and hormone therapy does not increase cancer risk.

5α-reductase is essential for male sexual development and its inhibitors have potential in treating various conditions related to hormone action.

Ayurveda's descriptions of genetic disorders align with modern genetic understanding.

Understanding how androgens work is key for creating new treatments for prostate issues and hair/skin conditions.

Intradermotherapy with minoxidil is as effective as topical application for treating hair loss.

Early-onset male baldness may indicate a higher risk of prostate cancer.

Male pattern baldness has a significant psychological impact on those affected.

Low-power laser therapy with essential oils effectively promotes new hair growth in male pattern baldness.

Platelet-rich plasma treatment improved hair growth in men with male pattern baldness.

Microneedling with capillary therapy slightly improved hair growth.

The document concludes that managing female hyperandrogenism requires a combination of identifying the cause, lifestyle changes, medication, and cosmetic treatments.

The document concludes that proper diagnosis and individualized treatment are crucial for managing androgenization in women effectively.

Finasteride reduces prostate size and PSA levels in young patients.

In 2017, Spanish dermatologists most often prescribed minoxidil and finasteride for male hair loss, and minoxidil and oral contraceptives for premenopausal female hair loss.