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Different types of polycystic ovary syndrome show varying levels of insulin resistance, with the 'PHO' type being the most insulin resistant.

Two drugs, finasteride and minoxidil, are approved for hair loss treatment, but new therapies are being developed.

Steroid sulfatase in hair follicles may be a target for treating hair loss.

Alopecia areata causes significant emotional and social challenges, especially with more hair loss.

Hormonal treatments can help with hair loss, acne, and excess hair growth, but it takes 3-6 months to see results and patients should know the possible side effects.

High androgen levels can cause hirsutism and increase inflammation.

Beard and scalp hair cells have different gene expressions, which may affect beard growth characteristics.

Male pattern baldness involves hormones and cell signals affecting hair growth.

Androgens play a key role in hair growth and disorders like baldness and excessive hairiness.

Experts recommend using evidence-based methods to diagnose and treat hirsutism, focusing on symptoms and underlying causes.

Androgens may block hair growth signals, targeting this could treat hair loss.

Finasteride reverses early hair loss and promotes growth.

The document explains different hair and scalp conditions, including common hair loss after pregnancy or illness, drug-induced hair loss, hereditary excessive hair growth, patterned baldness, autoimmune hair loss, and permanent loss due to skin disease, with generally limited treatment options.

Androgens increase a growth factor in hair cells by creating reactive oxygen species, and antioxidants might help treat hair loss.

Androgens block hair growth by disrupting cell signals; targeting GSK-3 may help treat hair loss.

DHT stops hair regrowth in mice, similar to human hair loss.

The conclusion is that while oral contraceptive pills are effective for PCOS-related high androgen levels, new treatments with fewer side effects are needed.

Using scalp stem cells can improve hair transplants.

Finasteride can have lasting negative effects on brain function and behavior by disrupting neurosteroid production.

Hsc70 protein may influence hair growth by responding to androgens.

Hirsutism is more linked to high androgen levels than acne or hair loss, and a mix of hormonal tests is best for diagnosis; certain treatments can reduce symptoms.

One minoxidil-sensitive potassium channel exists in human hair follicles.

Androgens play a role in female sexual function, and testosterone therapy can help women with low sexual desire, but more research is needed on treatments and long-term safety.

Different hair care practices and conditions affect African American hair and scalp health, requiring specialized knowledge for treatment.

Androgen conjugates might be better indicators of skin sensitivity to hormones in women with excessive hair growth.

Intramuscular injections improved hair density more than intradermal injections for treating hair loss.

Androgen measurements are mostly unnecessary for diagnosing PCOS, except in women with menstrual issues.

Male hormones and their receptors play a key role in hair loss and skin health, with potential new treatments being explored.

Minoxidil promotes hair growth but exact mechanism is unknown.

Red deer only have androgen receptors in neck hair cells for mane growth during breeding season.