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Testosterone replacement can help menopausal women with various symptoms, but should be used carefully and is not yet officially licensed in the UK for women.

The levonorgestrel implant increases free testosterone and lowers SHBG more than DMPA-IM and the copper IUD.

Megestrol acetate helps fat-derived stem cells grow, move, and turn into fat cells through a specific receptor.

The right dosage of CPA and TB can work as a safe and reversible male contraceptive in monkeys.

Low-dose anti-androgen drugs and certain drug combinations are effective for hirsutism, and insulin sensitizers show promise, especially for those with polycystic ovarian syndrome.

Flutamide works better than finasteride for hirsutism, and combining both is slightly better but not much.

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

Hirsutism, excessive hair growth in women, is often caused by PCOS and can be managed with medication and personalized treatment plans.

Women with excessive male-pattern hair growth should get a full hormone check-up to find and treat any underlying issues, considering both medical and emotional aspects.

Some antiandrogens may lower testosterone better than others, but it's unclear which is best for feminization in transgender women; more research is needed.

Spironolactone might cause painful intercourse and decreased sexual arousal in women.

Spironolactone is an effective and well-tolerated first-line treatment for hidradenitis suppurativa in women.

The document concludes that combination therapy is most effective for treating excessive hair growth in women with idiopathic hirsutism, and more research is needed to understand the condition.

Finasteride and flutamide both reduce hair growth, but finasteride has fewer side effects.

Excessive hair growth in women, often from high androgen levels, is usually caused by PCOS, and can be treated with hair removal, medication, and possibly weight loss.

Spironolactone may cause sexual pain and arousal issues in women, which can improve after stopping the drug and using hormone cream.

High doses of cyproterone acetate are linked to an increased risk of developing meningioma.

Hormonal changes and psychological issues can cause sexual dysfunction in postmenopausal women. Behavioral therapy is recommended first, with hormone replacement helping some symptoms but not libido. Testosterone can improve libido, but its effects on overall sexual function are unclear. Emotional and relationship issues should be addressed before using medication, and the benefits and risks of testosterone supplementation should be considered.

Birth control pills with low-dose estrogen and antiandrogenic progestins can effectively treat acne.

Drospirenone is a unique progestin with anti-water retention and potential blood pressure benefits, used in birth control and hormone therapy.

Identifying nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia and carriers of CYP21 mutations is challenging, and genetic counseling is recommended due to their prevalence.

The document suggests improvements for a hair and scalp disease book and recommends a two-volume skin surgery reference for dermatologists.

The method can measure multiple steroids in human hair to study long-term steroid metabolism, especially in newborns and children.

Oral contraceptives may cause hair loss in women.

The document suggests various treatments for PCOS, including medication for menstrual issues, insulin resistance, and excess hair, as well as fertility treatments, while highlighting the need for personalized care and lifestyle changes.

The contraceptive implant Implanon may be linked to hair loss, but the reported case of alopecia could be unrelated to the implant.

Different drugs are used to manage breeding, prevent or end pregnancy, and treat reproductive issues in dogs and cats.

Cyproterone acetate with ethynyl estradiol significantly improved acne and seborrhea in women, but was less effective for hair loss and excessive hair growth.

The conclusion is to thoroughly test for causes of cat hair loss and treat accordingly, considering medication only after serious conditions are ruled out.

Non-daily contraceptives cause fewer side effects and are more satisfying to women, and certain oral contraceptives can treat acne and seborrhoea, with a combination of chlormadinone acetate and ethinyl estradiol being highly effective and safe.