TLDR A rare ovarian tumor can cause unusual male-like symptoms, but surgery usually leads to a good outcome.
Fibrothecoma is a rare ovarian tumor, comprising 3-4% of all ovarian tumors, and typically presents unilaterally with a favorable prognosis. This document reported a rare case of fibrothecoma with virilizing features in a postmenopausal woman, who exhibited symptoms such as an abdominal mass, excess terminal hair growth, and clitoromegaly. Surgery was identified as the preferred treatment, and the prognosis was generally good. Virilizing features were noted to be uncommon in fibrothecoma, highlighting the rarity of this case.
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January 2006 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” Most women referred for excess male hormone symptoms had polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), with other conditions being less common.
November 2013 in “John Wiley & Sons, Ltd eBooks” The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of male and female gonadal disorders is crucial for effective treatment and better patient outcomes.
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February 2018 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences” Some ovarian tumors can cause masculinization, and it's important to check for various causes when this symptom is present.
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October 2015 in “Obstetrics and gynaecology cases - reviews” Removing both ovaries may better treat increased male hormone levels and related symptoms in postmenopausal women when hormone therapy doesn't work.
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June 2006 in “International Journal of Gynecological Pathology” A postmenopausal woman's hormone imbalance and symptoms improved after removing benign ovarian tumors.
January 2019 in “Skin appendage disorders” A woman's hair loss was linked to a rare hormone-secreting ovarian tumor, treated with surgery and hair loss medication.
