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Most women with hirsutism or androgenic alopecia had polycystic ovaries, especially if they had irregular periods.

Hair analysis can detect cocaine use but doesn't accurately show the amount or timing of use.

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.

Certain genetic variations in the AR and ERβ genes can affect androgen levels in women.

Obesity increases the risk of developing polycystic ovary syndrome, and weight loss can improve the condition.

Taking low-dose spironolactone and metformin together works better for PCOS symptoms than either drug alone.

Minoxidil and finasteride are effective for male hair loss, minoxidil for female hair loss, and various treatments like corticosteroids work for alopecia areata; treatment should be tailored to the individual.

Metabolic syndrome and PCOS are related but separate conditions, with metabolic syndrome increasing the risk of heart disease and diabetes.

Metformin combined with lifestyle changes improves insulin resistance and reduces testosterone levels in women with PCOS more than lifestyle changes alone.

People with polycystic ovary syndrome have a higher chance of having chronic thyroiditis.