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

Cyproterone acetate is effective for acne but less so for hirsutism and alopecia, with some side effects and quick menstrual cycle recovery after treatment.

About 7% to 15% of Iranian women have polycystic ovary syndrome, depending on the criteria used to diagnose it.

Minoxidil and finasteride treat hair loss in men, while minoxidil treats hair loss in women.

Metformin helps manage polycystic ovary syndrome by improving insulin resistance and ovulation, but more research is needed on its full effects.

Lifestyle changes can improve body composition, excess male hormone levels, and insulin resistance in women with PCOS.

High levels of male hormones, insulin resistance, and obesity are closely linked and worsen polycystic ovary syndrome, but more research is needed to improve treatments.

Most women with excess hair growth have an underlying hormonal issue, often treated with medication and hair removal methods.

Metformin is effective for treating excessive hair growth in women with PCOS and may work better than the standard treatment in some ways.

Finasteride treats enlarged prostate and may help with baldness, but effects on sexual function and male fetuses are unclear.

Some medicinal plants can help heal wounds and may lead to new treatments.

Lower doses of treatments for hirsutism and acne in PCOS are effective and cause fewer side effects.

Accurate diagnosis and effective oral treatment are key to managing tinea capitis and preventing its spread.

Antiandrogens are somewhat effective in reducing excessive hair growth in women.

Women with PCOS have overall higher body fat, not abnormal fat placement, and more insulin resistance.

Microneedles improve drug delivery in various body parts, are safe and painless, and show promise in cosmetology, vaccination, insulin delivery, and other medical applications.

Understanding hair follicle anatomy helps diagnose hair disorders.

Most women with hirsutism or androgenic alopecia had polycystic ovaries, especially if they had irregular periods.

Flutamide effectively reduced excessive hair growth and improved related symptoms in hirsutism patients without significant side effects.

Cepharanthine is a well-tolerated drug with multiple medical uses, including anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties.

Insulin sensitizers may slightly reduce hirsutism but are less effective than other treatments.

Estrogens help reduce skin aging, and SERMs might offer similar benefits without the risks of hormone therapy.

The conclusion is that the increasing use of drugs for lifestyle reasons is a complex issue influenced by corporate profit, consumer behavior, and the medicalization of everyday life, with potential negative effects on personal well-being.

Adult female acne treatment should be personalized, considering individual preferences and pregnancy, using various topical and oral medications while managing side effects and resistance.

Women with PCOS are more than twice as likely to develop nonalcoholic fatty liver disease.

Minoxidil is the only FDA-approved topical drug for treating male or female pattern hair loss, and other medications like finasteride and dutasteride can also increase hair growth.

Hirsutism is more linked to high androgen levels than acne or hair loss, and a mix of hormonal tests is best for diagnosis; certain treatments can reduce symptoms.

Testosterone replacement may help some postmenopausal women with symptoms like fatigue and low libido, but more research is needed to fully understand its effects.

Dutasteride 0.5 mg works better than finasteride and placebo for increasing hair in men with hair loss.

Hormonal treatments, including birth control and antiandrogens, can effectively treat acne in women.