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Oestrogens are key for bone growth during puberty in both boys and girls.

Platelet-Rich Plasma therapy helps increase hair density and regrowth for some types of hair loss.

Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia's cause is unclear, affects mainly postmenopausal women, and current treatments focus on stopping hair loss rather than regrowth.

Diagnosing PCOS is challenging due to its complex and varied symptoms.

Hormones like androgens, estrogen, thyroid hormones, and stress hormones can contribute to hair loss, and treatments target these hormonal imbalances.

Iron deficiency may be related to hair loss, but there's not enough evidence to recommend iron screening or supplements for all hair loss patients.

Herpes gestationis is linked to certain antigens, atopic eczema affects T cell populations and may be eased by breastfeeding, higher doses of anti-androgen treatment can improve androgenic alopecia, topical minoxidil increases hair thickness, long-term methotrexate therapy can cause liver fibrosis in psoriasis patients, and Lichen Sclerosus et Atrophicus patients aren't at higher risk for autoimmune disorders.

Androgens play a role in female sexual function, and testosterone therapy can help women with low sexual desire, but more research is needed on treatments and long-term safety.

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

Testosterone Replacement Therapy can improve sexual health in postmenopausal women with low sexual desire, but more research is needed on its long-term effects.

Hirsutism is excessive hair growth in women often caused by polycystic ovarian syndrome, and identifying the cause is important for managing associated health risks.

Follicle Stimulating Hormone is important for fertility.

Men with early balding should be checked for metabolic syndrome, as there's a link between the two.

The chapter explains the causes of excessive hair growth and masculinization in women and how to measure hormone levels related to these conditions.

PCOS is a common hormonal disorder in women that can lead to various health issues and requires comprehensive management.

Topical minoxidil 1% and 2% are twice as effective as placebo for female pattern hair loss.

Hormone treatment for transgender patients may not need to be stopped before surgery, but more research is needed, especially on estrogen.

The document concludes that non-operative treatment for gender dysphoria is safe and effective, and hormone therapy does not increase cancer risk.

People who carry the 21-Hydroxylase Deficiency gene are not more likely to have excessive male hormone levels.

Low zinc levels in chronic liver disease patients are linked to more severe symptoms like taste issues and skin problems, and zinc supplements might help.

New male hormonal contraceptives show promise but need more research on long-term effects and funding for larger trials.

Low-dose finasteride may cause lasting sexual dysfunction and suicidal thoughts in young men.

Use antiandrogens and other treatments for hair loss.

Researchers improved mouse skin cell culture methods and created a similar immortal cell line, but need to clarify their methods and benefits.

The growth of the Epstein-Barr virus in the patient's cells was linked to the worsening of her lymphoma.

Videodermoscopy improves diagnosis of hair and scalp disorders and may reduce scalp biopsies.

The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of different types of hair loss requires careful examination of hair and scalp tissue, considering both clinical and microscopic features.

Hair restoration surgery can potentially treat primary scarring alopecias, but it's important to start early medication, ensure patient remission before transplant, and monitor after surgery.

Alopecia mucinosa can be treated successfully with minocycline.

Effective acne treatment varies by type, with topical and oral medications showing strong evidence, and patient education and support are crucial.