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GlossaryHyperandrogenism

elevated androgen levels causing symptoms like excessive hair growth

Hyperandrogenism, also known as Androgen Excess, refers to a condition characterized by elevated levels of androgens (male hormones such as testosterone) in the body. This hormonal imbalance can lead to symptoms such as excessive hair growth (hirsutism), acne, and scalp hair thinning in women. It is often associated with conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and can have significant implications for reproductive and metabolic health.

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research Female Pattern Hair Loss in a Patient with 17α-Hydroxylase Deficiency

4 citations , January 2010 in “Acta dermato-venereologica”

Low androgen levels can still cause female pattern hair loss.

research The Effect of a Very-Low-Calorie Diet Versus a Moderate Energy Deficit Diet in Obese Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Randomised Controlled Trial

20 citations , September 2023 in “Nutrients”

A very-low-calorie diet led to more weight loss and health improvements in obese women with PCOS than a moderate energy deficit diet.

research Defining Hyperandrogenaemia According to the Free Androgen Index in Chinese Women: A Cross-Sectional Study

19 citations , March 2012 in “Clinical Endocrinology”

FAI values above 6.4 may suggest high androgen levels and increased metabolic risks in Chinese women of reproductive age.

research Oligomenorrhea in Exercising Women

11 citations , November 2009 in “Sports Medicine”

Irregular menstrual cycles in exercising women may be linked to energy deficiency or hormonal imbalances, requiring careful diagnosis for proper treatment.

research Development of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Involvement of Genetic and Environmental Factors

232 citations , December 2005 in “Andrology”

PCOS is caused by both genetics and environmental factors like diet and obesity.

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