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Spironolactone is better than placebo for reducing excessive hair growth in women, but its effectiveness for acne is unclear due to small study sizes.

There are many treatments for common hair loss, but more trials are needed to decide which are best.

Antiandrogen therapies are beneficial for treating skin and hair conditions related to androgen levels.

Effective hirsutism management requires identifying the cause, combining new and traditional treatments, and setting realistic expectations for patients.

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.

Certain hormone treatments can improve acne and related conditions in women.

Combining lifestyle changes and medication is most effective for managing PCOS symptoms.

Finasteride may help some women with hair loss, but better options exist.

The document concludes that proper diagnosis and tailored long-term treatment can effectively manage androgenic disorders in women, improving patient care outcomes.

Different types of PCOS need specific diagnosis methods and treatments.

Acne can be managed with various treatments and requires psychological support due to its emotional impact.

The document concludes that diagnosing PCOS requires a thorough approach, considering various symptoms and risks, and calls for improved methods to identify PCOS types and prevent diabetes.

Flutamide effectively treats female pattern hair loss with low doses showing good liver tolerance.

A team approach is crucial for managing PCOS, with dermatologists playing a key role.

DHEA did not improve sexual function, well-being, or menopausal symptoms in postmenopausal women with low libido but caused side effects like acne and increased facial hair.

After chemotherapy for a gestational trophoblastic tumor, normal pregnancy rates are possible, but there's a slightly higher risk of the tumor reoccurring in future pregnancies.

Postmenopausal ovary stromal cells have a unique makeup and limited steroid production, suggesting androgens come from the adrenal gland.

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.

Newer low-dose oral contraceptives with less androgenic effects improve patient compliance.

The bulletin provides guidelines for diagnosing and managing PCOS, suggesting weight loss, hormonal contraceptives, and diabetes screening, with clomiphene for infertility and various treatments for excess hair.

Oral contraceptives help treat hyperandrogenic disorders, improving symptoms like excessive hair and acne.

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

Acne can't be cured but can be managed with treatments like benzoyl peroxide and diet changes; it's costly and can lead to scarring and mental health issues.

A teenage girl's excessive hair growth was caused by a medication for mania, but improved after stopping the medication.

Hormonal treatments are effective as a second-line option for moderate-to-severe acne in females, but should be used with caution due to health risks.

Treating PCOS is complex, involving medication like metformin and lifestyle changes, and requires attention to mental health due to high depression and anxiety rates.

Cyproterone acetate is effective for treating hirsutism and acne but less so for hair loss, with side effects similar to birth control pills.

The document concludes that hormonal biomarkers are key for diagnosing hyperandrogenemia in women and hypogonadism in men.

Testosterone replacement can help women with low libido and mood, but they need to have enough estrogen first to avoid side effects.

Women with female pattern hair loss have higher levels of certain androgens, suggesting increased androgen exposure to hair follicles.