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Hormones, especially androgens, play a big role in acne, but most acne sufferers don't have a hormone disorder. Hormonal treatments, including birth control pills, can be very effective for women whose acne doesn't improve with regular treatments.

Finasteride improves hair loss in women with hyperandrogenism.

A new mutation in the human glucocorticoid receptor reduces its function and causes resistance to glucocorticoids.

5α-reductase inhibitors can cause sexual problems, higher risk of aggressive prostate cancer, and depression.

The document concludes that early recognition and treatment of PCOS in adolescents is crucial for managing symptoms and long-term health risks.

Malassezia-associated dermatitis can cause itching in cats with feline paraneoplastic alopecia.

Finasteride reduces hair loss and treats BPH without major hormone changes, but may cause sexual dysfunction.

Antiandrogens, particularly flutamide and CPA, are most effective for treating hirsutism, with long-term use needed for best results.

Impaired androgen production in 46,XY DSDs causes ambiguous genitalia and requires long-term care.

Targeting glucocorticoid action might help treat type-2 diabetes, but human trials are needed.

Minoxidil helps grow longer, thicker hair in bald scalps of stumptailed macaques, and early treatment is more effective.

Cytokines and neuropeptides are key in controlling androgen levels, affecting skin and hair conditions.

Long-term finasteride use doesn't change bone density or metabolism.

Natural 5α-reduced glucocorticoids might be anti-inflammatory with fewer side effects than current options.

Inhibitors of 11β-HSD1 show potential for treating type 2 diabetes but require more testing for safety and effectiveness.

Low-potency steroids can cause serious side effects in people with skin conditions like Netherton syndrome.

Systemic glucocorticosteroids are a primary treatment for various skin conditions but require careful management due to potential side effects and relapses.

Hirsutism can be caused by various conditions besides PCOS, and it's important to treat the underlying issue and manage symptoms with medication and cosmetic approaches.

Epilepsy and certain epilepsy drugs can lead to reproductive problems in women, but changing medication might improve these issues.

Cepharanthine may help treat gastric cancer by causing cancer cell death and affecting energy use.

Finasteride reduces hair growth and is safe for women with excessive hair.

A rare adrenal tumor in a 14-year-old girl caused male-like symptoms and was successfully removed.

Testosterone and dihydrotestosterone play a role in women's health issues like excess hair and baldness, and treatments blocking these hormones may help.

Ketoconazole shampoo with finasteride improves hair density in men with hair loss.

Testosterone replacement may help post-menopausal women with androgen insufficiency, but more research is needed on its benefits and risks.

New compounds may soon be tested to treat excessive hair growth in women.

The document says that understanding the causes of PCOS is important for treatment, especially in distinguishing the syndrome from just having cystic ovaries, and that losing weight is key for obese women with PCOS.

Insulin resistance is linked to high male hormone levels in women, often seen in those with PCOS.

Cyclodextrins improve how steroid drugs work and are used in marketed medications and environmental applications.

Finasteride treats enlarged prostate and baldness, but may cause limited urinary improvement and sex-related side effects.