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The document concludes that effective acne treatment requires a personalized combination of therapies and long-term commitment, with retinoids being important for maintenance.

Genetic mutations can affect female sexual development, requiring personalized medical care.

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.

Most women referred for excess male hormone symptoms had polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), with other conditions being less common.

Lower levels of certain brain chemicals are linked to worse PTSD symptoms in men.

Most women with excessive hair growth have PCOS; treatment varies and focuses on preventing new hair, with electrolysis as the only permanent removal method.

The document concludes that treating androgen excess needs patience, managing expectations is important, and many drugs used are not officially approved, suggesting cosmetic options for mild cases.

Early signs of PCOS in girls, like irregular periods and polycystic ovaries, suggest a need for early diagnosis and intervention to prevent further health issues.

The European Society of Endocrinology advises individualized long-term management for PCOS, focusing on lifestyle changes, accurate diagnosis, and treatments for associated health risks and symptoms.

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.

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

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

Excessive hair growth in women often has no known cause and is not linked to race or other hormonal symptoms.

Early detection and treatment of PCOS in teenagers is important to manage symptoms and prevent severe issues.

Certain SHBG gene variants, like rs727428, are linked to higher testosterone levels in women with PCOS.

Hormonal treatment is effective for women with acne not helped by usual treatments, especially if they have hormonal imbalances.

The document concludes that diagnosing PCOS in teenagers is difficult and should focus on specific hormone levels and menstrual irregularities, while also considering treatment for symptoms and related health issues.

Diagnosing hyperandrogenism in women is complex and requires accurate testing methods and consideration of SHBG levels.

Inhaled steroids in children may cause excessive hair growth and not always go away after stopping the medication.

Some men taking finasteride for hair loss may experience sexual problems like erectile dysfunction and decreased sex drive, which can persist even after stopping the medication.

Finasteride reduces hair growth in women with hirsutism and works better with electrolysis.

Genetic defects in testosterone production can cause hormonal and developmental disorders, and more research is needed to understand androgen regulation and develop safer treatments.

Acne is a common skin condition linked to diet, hormones, and genetics, and early treatment can prevent scarring.

Hormone imbalances from the pituitary, thyroid, and adrenal glands can cause infertility, but treating these disorders can improve fertility.

Early treatment of PCOS in teens is crucial to prevent long-term health issues like diabetes and heart disease.

Diagnosing sex development disorders requires combining medical history, physical exams, imaging, lab tests, and genetic data.

Male hormones may play a role in the development of heart disease, and more research is needed to understand their effects.

PCOS affects a similar percentage of Black and White women in the Southeastern United States.

The hypothesis suggests that PCOS may start early in life due to genetic and environmental factors, influencing future reproductive and metabolic problems.

PCOS affects about 4% of women in the southeastern U.S. equally across Black and White populations.