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The document explains hair and nail biology, common hair loss conditions and treatments, oral and genital skin diseases, and the risks and treatments associated with squamous cell carcinoma.

Birth control pills and anti-androgen medications help manage hair growth, acne, and hair loss in women with PCOS.

Hormonal therapies are effective for managing hair and skin symptoms in women with PCOS.

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.

Finasteride treats hair loss but may cause low libido, erectile issues, and depression.

Early detection and comprehensive treatment of PCOS are crucial due to its long-term health impacts and associated risks.

PCOS has many symptoms, with high androgen levels being the most common.

A new gene mutation causes insulin resistance in a girl and her mother.

Women with PCOS face many health risks, but exercise, a healthy diet, and weight management can help.

PCOS is common, affects fertility, and requires personalized treatment to manage symptoms and health risks.

The case shows the difficulty in diagnosing certain conditions when standard tests are negative.

PCOS often leads to sleep problems, especially obstructive sleep apnea, affecting overall health.

The main causes of hirsutism in Jordanian women are PCOS and idiopathic hirsutism.

Women with irregular periods should be checked for PCOS and treated early to prevent complications, with birth control pills helping to manage symptoms.

A woman's male-like physical changes were caused by two rare ovarian conditions.

Hormonal imbalances, not insulin resistance or dyslipidemia, may be more important in causing acne in women over 25.

Diagnosing and treating PCOS is complex due to differing criteria and requires a team approach.

Gender affects hair and scalp characteristics, with differences in hormone responses, graying patterns, and trace metals.

Hormones, especially testosterone and DHT, are key for penis development and function, and testosterone therapy may help with erectile dysfunction in those with low levels.

Hormonal therapy changes skin and hair in transgender patients, who need better researched dermatologic care.

Spironolactone can cause side effects like high potassium levels and breast enlargement, and patients need careful monitoring.

The document concludes that treatments for female hair loss and excess body hair are available, but managing expectations is important.

The chapter explains that there are many genetic skin disorders affecting skin cell formation, including both common and rare types.

Minoxidil 2% is more effective than tacrolimus 0.1% for hair regrowth in mild to moderate patchy hair loss, and combining both might give better results.

Up to half of women by age 50 experience significant hair loss, with various types and treatments available.

Testosterone's role in women's sex drive is unclear and needs more research, as low levels don't always mean less sexual interest and high levels can cause side effects.

Cromolyn sodium's effectiveness for treating asthma in children under 2 is unclear, possibly more beneficial for older children, and further research is needed.

Washing can prevent cancer from lubricating oils, extreme body temperatures need more study, Sulfomid is not recognized, no reliable diphtheria carrier treatment except surgery, eyelid injuries should heal before repair, heterophile antibody test is specific for mononucleosis, chlorine inhalations for colds are outdated, and wheat germ is safe.

Topical minoxidil helps treat hair loss in teens, but more research needed for safe options.

The guideline suggests using specific criteria to diagnose PCOS, recommends various treatments for its symptoms, and advises screening for related health issues.