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Hair loss in Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is due to altered cell sensitivity to hormones, not increased hormone levels. Hair growth periods shorten over time, causing hair to become thinner and shorter. This is linked to miscommunication between cell pathways in hair follicles. There's also a change in gene expression related to blood vessels and cell growth in balding hair follicles. The exact molecular causes of AGA are still unclear.

Birth control pills with cyproterone acetate and drosperinone can reduce excessive hair growth in women with PCOS, but they may not be right for everyone.

Transplant patients often get skin problems, with treatments varying by condition.

Flutamide caused damage to male rat reproductive organs and may affect fertility.

PCOS is a complex condition with major health impacts, needing more research for better diagnosis and treatment.

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.

The Rotterdam Study found risk factors for elderly diseases, links between lifestyle and genetics with health conditions, and aimed to explore new areas like DNA methylation and sensory input effects on brain function.

Manage vitiligo with treatments, address emotions, and use camouflage techniques.

Chemotherapy can cause various skin reactions, with hair loss being the most common, and proper diagnosis and treatment of these reactions are important.

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

Blocking the enzyme 5α-reductase can shrink the prostate and help treat enlarged prostate issues.

Early diagnosis and treatment, using finasteride, minoxidil, or hair transplantation, improves hair loss outcomes.

Male hormones affect COVID-19 severity and certain drugs targeting these hormones could help reduce the risk.

The document concludes that proper diagnosis and a multidisciplinary approach are crucial for managing Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia effectively.

Hair loss in men treated best with early medication or transplant, new treatments researched.

Effective hair loss treatment in women requires correct diagnosis and can include medications like minoxidil, antiandrogens, and treatments for underlying conditions like PCOS.

Stress hormone corticosterone blocks a growth factor to slow down hair stem cell activity and hair growth.

Androgenetic alopecia involves genetics, hormones, and can be treated with medications or surgery.

Women with PCOS have different levels of certain fats and proteins in their blood, which could help diagnose the condition.

People with diabetes or obesity should manage their conditions carefully as they have a higher risk of severe COVID-19.

Human hair follicles can make and process prostaglandins, which may affect hair growth.

Androgens are important for normal ovarian function and estrogen production, but may not be the main cause of follicle death.

Insulin resistance contributes to hormone imbalances in many women with polycystic ovary syndrome.

Antiandrogens, particularly flutamide and CPA, are most effective for treating hirsutism, with long-term use needed for best results.

Androgen conjugates might be better indicators of skin sensitivity to hormones in women with excessive hair growth.

Antiandrogen treatments combined with oral contraceptives can help manage hair growth and hair loss in women with PCOS.

Different treatments for alopecia areata have varying success rates and side effects; intralesional steroids are most effective.

Birth control pills increase the risk of blood clots, especially within the first year and with certain types.

Using patients' own fat-derived cells to treat alopecia areata significantly improved hair growth and was safe.

Longer CAG repeat lengths in the androgen receptor gene are linked to higher testosterone levels in women with PCOS.