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Understanding how androgens and their receptors work can lead to improved treatments for skin diseases.

Hormone treatments for transgender individuals generally improve mental health and physical transition, with some health risks that require medical supervision.

Updated treatments for female hair loss include minoxidil, antiandrogens, hair transplants, and light therapy.

DHT, a testosterone byproduct, causes male pattern baldness.

Adult female acne is complex and requires a combination of treatments for effective management.

Combining RU58841 and minoxidil significantly increases hair growth.

Hormonal treatments can improve acne, but they come with potential side effects and risks.

Effective treatments for male pattern baldness include oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, while topical minoxidil is best for female pattern baldness.

Many potential alopecia treatments need more testing to confirm they promote acceptable hair growth with minimal side effects.

Scientists made all eight versions of a compound called cyoctol, but found it's not an anti-androgen and it fully breaks down in the skin.

RU58841 significantly increases hair growth rate and initiates more hair cycles, but doesn't affect hair thickness, suggesting it could be a new treatment for baldness.

New treatments for hair loss are being developed using molecular biology.

New treatments for prostate cancer are less toxic and show promise, but more research is needed to enhance their effectiveness and reduce side effects.

Topical drugs and near-infrared light therapy show potential for treating alopecia.

A new compound was created in 2010 that can control oil production when applied to the skin, and its effects are completely reversible after two weeks.

Chemicals called 4-(alkylthio)- and 4-(arylthio)-benzonitrile derivatives can potentially reduce oil production on skin, which could help treat conditions like acne and hair loss.

Antiandrogens like flutamide are effective in treating conditions like prostate cancer and hair loss, but there's a need for more potent versions. Understanding their structure can help develop better treatments.

The conclusion is that managing androgen excess requires long-term treatment, including hormonal contraceptives and androgen blockers, with follow-up after six months.

Testosterone can slow down hair growth when combined with certain cells from bald scalps, and this effect can be blocked by an androgen receptor blocker.

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.

Male androgenetic alopecia involves hair follicle miniaturization due to DHT, with potential treatments using inhibitors and blockers.

Androgen excess disorders in women were effectively treated with spironolactone, estrogen, and dexamethasone.

Different anti-androgen medications can help treat excessive hair growth, but the right choice depends on accurate diagnosis.

Hormonal therapy is a good option for women with severe acne, especially when there's a chance of hormone imbalance.

The document concluded that FDA-approved treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are effective for hair loss, while the effectiveness of natural remedies and other non-approved treatments is not well-supported by evidence.

Hormonal treatments are effective for severe or persistent acne and should be used with other acne therapies, considering potential side effects.

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

Hormonal therapies help treat female hair loss, but results are slow and vary.

Testosterone can slow hair growth in adult monkeys, but a blocker called RU 58841 can counteract this and potentially help hair regrow.

Spironolactone is safe for treating female hair loss, but the safety of other drugs is uncertain.