TLDR Hirsutism in young girls can have various causes beyond PCOS, so diagnoses should be reconsidered if treatments don't work.
The article discusses hirsutism in young girls, highlighting that while obesity, insulin resistance, and PCOS are common causes, other etiologies should be considered. It presents three cases with different diagnoses: a 16-year-old with late-onset congenital adrenal hyperplasia (LOCAH), a 19-year-old with idiopathic hirsutism, and a 12-year-old with PCOS and ovarian thecosis. The study emphasizes the importance of revisiting diagnoses if initial treatments are ineffective, as hyperandrogenic disorders can present variably in young females.
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January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” PCOS is a complex disorder managed by treating symptoms and requires a team of specialists.
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July 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The conclusion is that oral contraceptives and antiandrogens can treat hirsutism and acne in women with cutaneous hyperandrogenism, but more research is needed for effective treatments, especially for hair loss.
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September 2008 in “Dermatologic therapy” Hirsutism is excessive hair growth in women often caused by polycystic ovarian syndrome, and identifying the cause is important for managing associated health risks.
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July 2006 in “Dermatologic therapy” The document concludes that accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment are important for skin problems in women with PCOS.
