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The exact cause of increased 5α-reductase activity leading to hirsutism in women is still unknown.

St. John's wort increases finasteride metabolism, reducing its effectiveness; use caution when combining them.

Early adrenal gland maturation in young children can be normal, but other serious conditions should be ruled out first.

The document concludes that proper diagnosis and combined treatments are key for hirsutism management, and weight loss may help overweight patients.

Using 17-hydroxyprogesterone levels to diagnose nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia can result in many incorrect diagnoses.

Low dose cyclical nutrition therapy can consistently and safely improve hair growth and density without needing anti-androgens.

Early hair loss may indicate future prostate issues.

Diagnosing and managing PCOS in teens is hard, but early diagnosis and lifestyle changes are key, and more research is needed for long-term health.

A woman with Cushing's syndrome improved after surgery to remove a tumor causing the condition.

Some ovarian tumors can cause masculinization, and it's important to check for various causes when this symptom is present.

High androgen levels can cause excessive hair growth and may indicate serious health issues, including heart disease and fertility problems.

A 70-year-old woman with a malignant adrenal tumor improved after surgery and radiotherapy.

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

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.

Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) is a prohormone important for producing sex steroids and has potential health benefits.

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

Insulin resistance is a key factor in polycystic ovary syndrome, but genetics may also contribute.

Creating stronger blockers for skin enzymes might lead to better treatment for conditions like acne and excessive hair growth.

Male pattern baldness involves genetics, hormones, and needs better treatments.

Male and female skin differ due to hormones, affecting conditions like hair loss, acne, and skin cancer, and suggesting a need for gender-specific treatments.

The document concludes that blocking the internal pathways that create androgens might help treat cancers that depend on sex hormones.

Adult female acne treatment should be personalized, considering individual preferences and pregnancy, using various topical and oral medications while managing side effects and resistance.

Men, especially older ones with health issues like prostate cancer, may have worse COVID-19 outcomes and could benefit from therapies targeting male hormones.

Inhibiting 5α-reductase can help reduce prostate cancer risk and improve treatment.

5α‐reductase isozymes are crucial for prostate development and health, and targeting them can help prevent and treat prostate issues.

DHEA stimulates skin oil glands and could help postmenopausal women, with potential for acne and excessive hair growth treatments.

Hormonal treatments can help with acne, especially in women, by lowering androgen levels or blocking their effects.

New treatments for male hypogonadism are effective and should be personalized.

Male hormones are important for hair and oil gland development and can cause conditions like excessive hair growth and acne.

Acne is caused by genetics, diet, hormones, and bacteria, with treatments not yet curative.