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      May 2010 in “Dermatologic Clinics”
      The document concludes that new treatments for skin conditions are complex but effective, including spironolactone for female hair loss and propranolol for infantile hemangiomas.

      research Hirsutism: Management and Therapeutic Options

      January 2001
      Most excessive hair growth is due to idiopathic hirsutism or PCOS; treatment starts with cosmetic methods and drugs like cyproterone acetate or spironolactone, with results in 6-12 months.
      Journal Watch

      research Journal Watch

      January 2001 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology”
      A test for nail fungus was most accurate with PAS stain, low-dose spironolactone helped two-thirds of acne patients, metformin reduced symptoms of HIV-related fat distribution changes with some side effects, and skin examination with dermoscopy was better at detecting abnormal moles, while temporary tattoos can cause skin reactions.
      Regulation of Hair Growth

      research Regulation of Hair Growth

      September 1997 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”
      The document concludes that treatments like oral anti-androgens, minoxidil, and topical spironolactone can be effective for hair loss in men and women.
      FC056 The Ideal Catagen of the Hair

      research FC056 The Ideal Catagen of the Hair

      September 1997 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”
      Blocking IL-1 could help treat some hair loss conditions; alopecia affects liver detox systems; spironolactone is better than finasteride for female hair growth; focusing on the catagen hair phase could lead to new alopecia treatments.
      Hirsutism and Baldness

      research Hirsutism and Baldness

      March 1997 in “Journal of Endocrinology/Journal of endocrinology”
      Excessive hair growth in women can be treated with medications like spironolactone and finasteride, and male-pattern baldness in women can be improved with similar treatments.
      Abstracts

      research Abstracts

      March 1987 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”
      Oral spironolactone and isotretinoin are effective for treating acne.
      63-Year-Old Female with Diffuse Thinning of the Hair

      research 63-Year-Old Female with Diffuse Thinning of the Hair

      January 2022 in “Clinical Cases in Dermatology”
      Androgenetic alopecia, a common hair loss condition, can be treated with topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, or oral spironolactone, and new treatments like platelet-rich plasma, low-level laser therapy, and janus-kinase inhibitors are being explored.
      Sexual Hormones in Human Skin

      research Sexual Hormones in Human Skin

      305 citations, February 2007 in “Hormone and metabolic research”
      Human skin makes sexual hormones that affect hair growth, skin health, and healing; too much can cause acne and hair loss, while treatments can manage these conditions.
      Hirsutism and Acne in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

      research Hirsutism and Acne in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

      169 citations, August 2004 in “Baillière's best practice & research. Clinical obstetrics & gynaecology/Baillière's best practice and research in clinical obstetrics and gynaecology”
      Lower doses of treatments for hirsutism and acne in PCOS are effective and cause fewer side effects.

      research Management of Transgenderism

      108 citations, February 2013 in “JAMA”
      Transgender treatment includes hormones and surgery, but long-term effects are unknown and counseling is needed.
      Hormonal Therapy for Acne

      research Hormonal Therapy for Acne

      96 citations, September 2008 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery”
      Hormonal treatments, including birth control and antiandrogens, can effectively treat acne in women.
      Diffuse Hair Loss: Its Triggers and Management

      research Diffuse Hair Loss: Its Triggers and Management

      88 citations, June 2009 in “Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine”
      To manage diffuse hair loss, identify the cause, improve nutrition, remove triggers, and use specific treatments like minoxidil or finasteride.
      Acne

      research Acne

      81 citations, January 2002 in “American journal of clinical dermatology”
      Hormonal treatments can help with acne, especially in women, by lowering androgen levels or blocking their effects.
      Management of Acne

      research Management of Acne

      78 citations, February 2011 in “Canadian Medical Association Journal”
      Acne treatment varies, with topical and systemic therapies effective, and more research needed on treatment order and long-term effects.

      research Cyproterone Acetate for Hirsutism

      78 citations, October 2003 in “Cochrane library”
      Cyproterone acetate with estradiol may subjectively improve excessive hair growth in women, but it's not clinically better than other treatments.
      Dermatologic Manifestations of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

      research Dermatologic Manifestations of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

      76 citations, January 2007 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology”
      Women with PCOS often have skin problems like excessive hair, acne, hair loss, and dark patches, which can be treated with hormonal and non-hormonal therapies.