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    GlossaryAndrogen-Secreting Tumors

    abnormal growths producing excess male hormones like testosterone

    Androgen-Secreting Tumors, also known as Androgen-Producing Tumors, are abnormal growths that produce excessive amounts of androgens, which are male sex hormones like testosterone. These tumors can occur in the adrenal glands, ovaries, or testes and may lead to symptoms such as hirsutism (excessive hair growth), acne, and virilization (development of male characteristics) in women. Early detection and treatment are crucial to manage hormone levels and mitigate associated health issues.

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      research Anti-Androgens

      1 citations , January 2007 in “Humana Press eBooks”
      Effective treatments for excessive body hair in women include drugs that block androgens, sometimes combined with oral contraceptives.
      Adrenal Cortex Tumors and Hyperplasias

      research Adrenal Cortex Tumors and Hyperplasias

      2 citations , November 2011 in “InTech eBooks”
      Most adrenal cortex tumors are benign and non-secreting, but proper diagnosis and treatment are important due to the rare possibility of cancer.
      Diagnosing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

      research Diagnosing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

      2 citations , May 2006 in “Women's Health Medicine”
      PCOS is diagnosed when at least two of these three features are present: polycystic ovaries, irregular ovulation, and high androgen levels.
      Approach to Investigation of Hyperandrogenism in a Postmenopausal Woman

      research Approach to Investigation of Hyperandrogenism in a Postmenopausal Woman

      November 2022 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism”
      Postmenopausal hyperandrogenism, a condition with symptoms like increased hair growth and acne, is usually caused by PCOS but can also be due to other factors. It's diagnosed by checking testosterone levels and treated either by removing the adrenal tumor or through antiandrogen therapy.

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