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Understanding how androgens and their receptors work can lead to improved treatments for skin diseases.

Ciproterone acetate improves hair regrowth and acne in most female patients.

The guidelines help doctors diagnose and treat hormone-related disorders in women.

PCOS is a hormonal disorder causing infertility and menstrual problems, often linked to obesity and can lead to acne, treated with hormonal and insulin-sensitizing medications.

The report concludes that PCOS is mainly a condition of excess male hormones and its definition may change as new information is discovered.

Different types of female pattern hair loss have unique characteristics and are associated with various health conditions.

Androgens significantly affect female hair loss, and hormonal treatments may help.

Women with androgenetic alopecia (hair loss) have normal prostate specific antigen levels but higher testosterone levels.

Early diagnosis and treatment, like topical minoxidil, can prevent hair loss in children.

The conclusion is that accurately identifying the cause of high androgen levels in women with PCOS is crucial and requires specific tests.

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

About 40% of women by age 60 experience significant hair loss, often due to androgenetic alopecia, with treatments like minoxidil available and hope for future cures.

Acne in reproductive-age women may be linked to conditions like PCOS and lifestyle factors, so doctors should check for these when treating acne.

The document concludes that proper diagnosis and combined treatments are key for hirsutism management, and weight loss may help overweight patients.

The conclusion is that more research is needed to better understand and treat adult acne, and that patient education and simple treatment plans are important for better results.

Two women with very high androgen levels had only slight skin issues, one due to a non-classical adrenal disorder and the other due to an adrenal tumor.

Common types of non-scarring hair loss have various causes and treatments, but more effective solutions are needed.

Different substances that activate or block the androgen receptor can affect male development and treat conditions like prostate cancer.

AMH levels can't reliably tell the difference between LOCAH and all types of PCOS in women with excessive hair growth.

Birth control pills and antiandrogens are the most effective medicines for excessive body hair in women, but combining them with other treatments and psychological support is best.

The document concludes that recognizing and properly diagnosing lipodystrophy syndromes is crucial for effective management and treatment.

Acne in children varies by age and severity, requires a pediatric treatment approach, and may need diagnostic evaluation for underlying conditions.

Hormones, especially androgens, play a key role in causing acne, and treatments like hormone control pills and hormone-blocking medications can help.

Low-level laser therapy is a safe, painless method that effectively treats acne and improves skin without post-treatment care.

Low-dose flutamide improved hirsutism and satisfaction in women but had common side effects, causing some to stop treatment.

Acne and hair loss are not good indicators of hormone imbalance in PCOS, but excessive body hair is.

The document reviews various hair and nail disorders, their causes, and treatments, emphasizing the need for proper diagnosis and the link between nail changes and systemic diseases.

PSA might help diagnose PCOS and related skin issues, but more research is needed.

PCOS affects fertility and is linked to obesity and menstrual irregularities; lifestyle changes are recommended for treatment.

Androgens and other hormones affect hair growth and skin conditions like acne.