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Minoxidil helps treat pattern hair loss in both men and women.

FGF9 controls which receptors it binds to through a process where two FGF9 molecules join, and changes in FGF9 can lead to incorrect receptor activation.

The hair keratin gene KRT81 is found in both normal and breast cancer cells and helps them invade surrounding tissues.

The study found that women with hyperandrogenic PCOS have higher levels of AKT1 and AKT2 proteins in their cells, which may lead to cell dysfunction.

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

Women's ovarian hormones and adrenal androgens change throughout life, affecting hair loss and health.

People with hair loss may have different levels of certain hormones due to changes in hormone processing.

Acne severity in women with PCOS is linked to younger age, lower body weight, and more body hair, but not to hormone levels.

Finasteride reduces dihydrotestosterone, increases testosterone, and may treat hirsutism in women.

Removing external lipids from hair reduces moisture and increases strength, while removing internal lipids decreases water permeability.

Acne is an important sign of androgen excess disorders in women.

The document concludes that various drugs can manage symptoms and metabolic issues in women with PCOS.

Men with male pattern hair loss have different levels of certain hormones compared to men without hair loss.

Sulfotransferase in hair follicles helps predict how well minoxidil works for female hair loss.

Most cases of excessive hair growth in women are caused by polycystic ovarian syndrome and are linked to higher free testosterone levels.

Women with mild acne are more likely to have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) than those without acne.

Testosterone therapy can help improve mood, sexual function, and bone health in women with low androgen levels, but more research is needed to establish safe and effective guidelines.

Captopril may cause hair loss, as shown by a woman's hair regrowing after stopping the medication.

High levels of male hormones are very common in women with PCOS and affect their metabolism differently depending on their weight.

The document concludes that careful evaluation is needed to diagnose PCOS correctly due to similar symptoms in other conditions, and accurate testosterone level measurement is crucial.

The document says menstruation is important for women's health, discusses menstrual disorders, and suggests personalized treatment options.

XEDAR triggers a specific signaling pathway in cells.

Human hair has more unsaturated fats inside than on the surface, and certain lipids may help bind the outer and inner layers together.

Low-dose finasteride effectively reduces hirsutism without serious side-effects.

Surface and internal treatments can help prevent hair lipid loss during washing.

Thalidomide works best for skin lupus not helped by antimalarials, but has many side effects; other treatments are less effective, especially if patients also have systemic lupus.

RNA aptamers can specifically block FGF5-related cell growth, potentially treating related diseases or hair disorders.

Low-dose oral minoxidil is a safe treatment for hair loss, with the main side effect being excessive hair growth. Other side effects like foot swelling, low blood pressure when standing, and heart rate changes are rare.

Blood tests are needed to confirm high male hormone levels in women with PCOS, as physical signs alone are not reliable.

Rare adrenal cancers that secrete androgens or estrogens have a poor prognosis and are treated primarily with surgery.