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Experts agree that PCOS affects women's health in complex ways, but more research is needed to understand and treat it effectively.

Antiandrogens can help treat skin conditions like acne and excessive hair in women when used carefully.

Hormonal therapy is a good option for women with severe acne, especially when there's a chance of hormone imbalance.

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.

Melanocytes produce melanin; their defects cause vitiligo and hair graying, with treatments available for vitiligo.

Lichen planus is a chronic autoimmune disease that is hard to treat and more common in women.

Primary care is key in managing PCOS, focusing on lifestyle changes and medications like birth control and metformin.

The conclusion is that managing androgen excess requires long-term treatment, including hormonal contraceptives and androgen blockers, with follow-up after six months.

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.

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.

The NAMS 2014 recommendations guide healthcare providers on treating health issues in midlife women, emphasizing individualized care and informed decision-making.

Eating disorders can cause various hair problems, and while hair loss in these disorders is linked to metabolic syndrome, treatment focuses on specific medications and lifestyle changes for the syndrome.

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.

The document concludes that proper diagnosis and tailored long-term treatment can effectively manage androgenic disorders in women, improving patient care outcomes.

Hormonal therapies, like flutamide and cyproterone acetate, are safe and effective for treating adult women's acne, especially those with hormone imbalance or resistant acne.

A dog with complete hair loss regrew most hair after treatment, with no relapse after stopping treatment.

Methotrexate treats various disorders by inhibiting DNA synthesis, but careful monitoring is needed to avoid toxicity and manage side effects.

New treatments for psoriasis have improved effectiveness and may reduce long-term side effects when combined with standard therapies.

The Endocrine Society advised against routine testosterone therapy for women, citing a need for more research on long-term safety and a clear definition of androgen deficiency.

A mix of methotrexate, corticosteroids, and topical minoxidil effectively treated severe total body hair loss, but caused stretch marks and needs long-term monitoring.

Weekly azathioprine pulse is a better alternative to corticosteroids for treating alopecia areata due to fewer side effects.

Photobiomodulation therapy helps manage cancer treatment side effects but needs more research for optimization.

The document concludes that various skin conditions have specific characteristics and treatments, and highlights the importance of vitamin D in managing these dermatological issues.

Scalp hypothermia can prevent chemotherapy-induced hair loss but is not suitable for all patients, and more research is needed to improve prevention methods.

Methotrexate is a key, cost-effective drug for skin conditions, but requires careful monitoring for side effects.

A girl with Crohn's disease developed hair loss from her medication, which improved with treatment but later returned.

Effective treatments for severe alopecia areata are still lacking.

Cyclosporine combined with corticosteroids is more effective for severe alopecia areata than cyclosporine alone.

A 1-day or 3-day itraconazole treatment is effective for acute vulvovaginal candidosis, but recurrent cases may need longer treatment.

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