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Post-finasteride syndrome's existence is uncertain; more research needed.

Transdermal testosterone can improve sexual desire in postmenopausal women but lacks long-term safety data and is not FDA-approved for this use.

Early diagnosis and treatment of PCOS in teenagers can help prevent more severe adult PCOS.

Understanding gender differences and individual patient characteristics is essential for optimal cosmetic surgery outcomes.

No treatment fully stops excessive hair growth in women, but various methods can help manage it effectively.

Different scalp and hair disorders are more common in certain ethnic groups, with the most common being androgenetic alopecia, which is treated with medications like minoxidil and finasteride.

The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of male and female gonadal disorders is crucial for effective treatment and better patient outcomes.

PCOS affects a similar percentage of Black and White women in the Southeastern United States.

While PCOS might increase the risk of heart disease, there's not strong evidence to prove it causes earlier heart problems.

PCOS affects about 4% of women in the southeastern U.S. equally across Black and White populations.

Metformin helps with menstrual cycles and insulin levels in PCOS but is less effective for hair growth, diabetes prevention, and weight loss, and may improve fertility and reduce diabetes risk.

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

Prolactin affects hair growth and skin conditions, and could be a target for new skin disease treatments.

Prolactin affects hair growth cycles and can cause early hair follicle regression.

Finasteride effectively reduces hair growth in women with idiopathic hirsutism, but requires careful contraception during treatment.

Lifestyle changes and weight loss are key for treating PCOS-related metabolic issues and infertility, with various medications available for specific symptoms.

Prolactin may be important for skin growth and immune function.

A team approach is crucial for managing PCOS, with dermatologists playing a key role.

New acne treatments show promise as alternatives to traditional therapies.

Unwanted facial hair significantly impacts over 40% of women's psychological and social well-being, and various treatment options are available.

The severity of symptoms in nonclassical congenital adrenal hyperplasia is not determined by CYP21A2 gene variations.

A woman was the first known case to have both polycystic ovary syndrome and autoimmune polyglandular syndrome type 2, suggesting a need to check for both conditions in similar patients.

Birth control pills containing cyproterone acetate improve the quality of life more for women with polycystic ovary syndrome after 6 months of use.

New acne treatments include combination creams, advanced retinoids, and light therapies, focusing on safety and patient adherence.

Certain drugs, especially antiandrogens and spironolactone, significantly increase the risk of gynecomastia.

Laser laparoscopy effectively reduces pelvic pain in women with mild to moderate endometriosis and is safe to use.

5-alpha reductase inhibitors can cause sexual, neurologic, endocrine, and cardiovascular side effects, but these are rare and usually stop after ending treatment.

Early treatment of acne is crucial to prevent scarring and psychological effects.

Patients with acne vulgaris have lower serum irisin levels.

Finasteride and minoxidil are effective, low-risk treatments for male hair loss, and patient education on these therapies is important.