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Alopecia Areata is an autoimmune condition causing hair loss with no cure and treatments that often don't work well.

Targeting colon cancer stem cells might lead to better treatment results.

Understanding phenotypic plasticity is crucial for developing effective cancer therapies.

Testosterone is important for men's sexual function, may help some women's sexual desire, while other hormones and neurotransmitters also play complex roles in sexual behavior.

Chemicals and body size might change when puberty starts and progresses, but more research is needed to confirm this.

The document concludes that insulin resistance is key in PCOS development and early treatment is crucial to prevent complications.

Exposure to too much androgen before birth might cause polycystic ovary syndrome later in life.

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.

Insulin resistance is a key factor in polycystic ovary syndrome, but genetics may also contribute.

Insulin resistance and obesity are key factors in the development and worsening of polycystic ovary syndrome, and lifestyle changes are important for managing it.

Androgens can both increase and decrease hair growth in different parts of the body.

Stress stops hair growth in mice by causing early hair growth phase end and harmful inflammation through a specific nerve-related pathway.

The PDGF/PDGFR pathway is a potential drug target with mixed success in treating various diseases, including some cancers and fibrosis.

Hair follicle stem cells are key for hair and skin regeneration, can be reprogrammed, and have potential therapeutic uses, but also carry a risk of cancer.

Stress-related substance P may lead to hair loss and negatively affect hair growth.

Estrogens significantly influence hair growth by interacting with receptors in hair follicles and may help regulate the hair growth cycle.

The niche environment controls stem cell behavior and plasticity, which is important for tissue health and repair.

Stem cell therapy, particularly using certain types of cells, shows promise for treating hair loss by stimulating hair growth and development, but more extensive trials are needed to confirm these findings.

The conclusion is that PCOS is caused by ovarian sensitivity to hormones and disrupted hormone control, possibly due to ovarian factors, and more research is needed.

Prolactin contributes to hair loss by promoting hair follicle shrinkage and cell death.

The skin's internal clock affects healing, cancer risk, aging, immunity, and hair growth, and disruptions can harm skin health.

Stem cell plasticity is crucial for wound healing but can also contribute to cancer development.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome likely starts in childhood and may be genetic and influenced by early hormone exposure.

The telogen phase of hair growth is active and important for preparing hair follicles for regeneration, not just a resting stage.

Modern lifestyles, including poor diet, stress, and long-term use of certain medications, hinder the body's ability to heal from inflammation, leading to chronic diseases.

The update highlights that non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia is common in women with excess male hormones, requires specific hormone tests for diagnosis, and has various treatment options depending on age and symptoms.

Inhibiting 5α-reductase can help reduce prostate cancer risk and improve treatment.

Preoperative pain assessment, regional anesthesia, and vitamin C can help prevent CRPS after surgery.

The document concludes that hair is complex, with a detailed growth cycle, structure, and clinical importance, affecting various scientific and medical fields.

Women with epilepsy should be monitored for reproductive issues, which can be caused by epilepsy or its treatments, especially when using valproate.