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Mycophenolate mofetil may improve lupus nephritis remission more than cyclophosphamide but with uncertain safety.

The French Endocrine Society suggests diagnosing PCOS with two of three signs, recommends lifestyle changes and clomiphene for treatment, and calls for more research on certain treatments and tests.

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 recognizing and properly diagnosing lipodystrophy syndromes is crucial for effective management and treatment.

Women with PCOS are much more likely to experience depression.

Iron deficiency may contribute to hair loss.

RSPO1 mutations in certain patients lead to skin cells that don't develop properly and are more likely to become invasive, increasing the risk of skin cancer.

A brain-made hormone can protect against memory-related brain damage caused by harmful proteins.

A test for nail fungus was most accurate with PAS stain, low-dose spironolactone helped two-thirds of acne patients, metformin reduced symptoms of HIV-related fat distribution changes with some side effects, and skin examination with dermoscopy was better at detecting abnormal moles, while temporary tattoos can cause skin reactions.

Minoxidil helps hair regrowth in alopecia areata safely.

Future osteoporosis treatments should focus on increasing bone growth, with many promising options available.

Topical eye β-blockers may cause hair loss.

New genes and pathways are important for testosterone production and male sexual development.

Autoimmune and inflammatory processes are involved in both scarring and non-scarring types of hair loss.

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

VEGF helps hair grow and determines follicle size by increasing blood vessel growth.

A very low-calorie ketogenic diet is effective for quick weight loss and improving health in obese patients, with careful management of side effects and maintenance.

The document concludes that early recognition and treatment of PCOS in adolescents is crucial for managing symptoms and long-term health risks.

Dermatologists play a key role in treating skin symptoms of PCOS like dark patches, excess hair, acne, and hair loss.

FAGA diagnosis uses blood tests and trichoscopy, with treatments like topical minoxidil, oral anti-androgens, and hormone-modulating drugs.

Treat hair loss with finasteride, minoxidil, or surgery; consider side effects and severity.

Insulin resistance is linked to high male hormone levels in women, often seen in those with PCOS.

Women with PCOS, especially those overweight, have higher levels of IL-18 in their endometrium, which may affect fertility.

Certain gene variations are linked to higher male hormone levels in Chinese women with PCOS and insulin resistance.

Diagnosing PCOS in teenage girls is tricky and requires careful evaluation and management.

Most women with excessive hair growth have PCOS; treatment varies and focuses on preventing new hair, with electrolysis as the only permanent removal method.

Testosterone treatment can improve sexual function and bone density in women but may have adverse effects and requires more research on safety and guidelines.

Metformin improved menstrual cycle regularity and signs of hyperandrogenism in adolescent girls with type 1 diabetes but did not improve blood sugar control.

A woman's pelvic pain and bleeding led to finding and successfully treating a rare benign tumor in her reproductive system.

Early surgery reduces seizure risk in drug-resistant epilepsy; testosterone to DHT conversion doesn't affect muscle anabolism; veterans with PTSD likely to have riskier opioid use; bevacizumab helps in hereditary bleeding disorder.