Hirsutism and Menstrual Irregularity in a 16-Year-Old Girl
August 2021
in “
Pediatrics in review
”
TLDR The girl's hirsutism and menstrual issues were caused by a benign ovarian tumor, which was successfully removed.
The document discusses a case of a 16-year-old girl who was previously diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and type 2 diabetes. She presented to the clinic with a chief concern of worsening hirsutism (excessive hair growth) and absence of menstruation. Her laboratory results three years prior showed elevated levels of hemoglobin A1c, total testosterone, and free testosterone, among other hormonal imbalances typically associated with PCOS. The girl had also experienced irregular menstruation (oligomenorrhea) since the age of 14. The document does not provide further information on the girl's current condition or treatment plan.
