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The document concludes that identifying the cause of amenorrhea is crucial for proper treatment.

Female hair loss linked to metabolic syndrome, not in males.

Amenorrhea is when a woman doesn't have periods, with primary amenorrhea starting by age 15 or within five years of breast development, and secondary amenorrhea when periods stop for three months. It affects 3-4% of women not pregnant, breastfeeding, or in menopause, mainly due to polycystic ovary syndrome, hypothalamic amenorrhea, hyperprolactinemia, and ovarian failure.

The document concludes that managing hirsutism involves identifying the cause, using a scoring system for severity, combining cosmetic and medical treatments, encouraging weight loss, and providing psychological support, while noting the need for more research on drug treatments.

Recent genetic insights show that low-renin hypertension includes a range from essential hypertension to secondary or familial forms, affecting diagnosis and treatment.

Amenorrhea, or the absence of periods, should be evaluated by age 15 or within five years of early breast development, and is most commonly caused by conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome and hypothalamic amenorrhea.

Finasteride and dutasteride reduce neurosteroid production, possibly helping treat glioblastoma.

Effective hirsutism management requires identifying the cause, combining new and traditional treatments, and setting realistic expectations for patients.

The conclusion is that while oral contraceptive pills are effective for PCOS-related high androgen levels, new treatments with fewer side effects are needed.

Hirsutism causes significant psychological distress in women.

Different drugs can treat high male hormone levels in women, but they have various effects and some may harm a fetus.

The chapter explains the causes of excessive hair growth and masculinization in women and how to measure hormone levels related to these conditions.

Female pattern hair loss involves thinning hair on crown and frontal scalp, diagnosed by hair ratio, and treated with minoxidil, antiandrogens, or hair transplantation.

Diagnosing sex development disorders requires combining medical history, physical exams, imaging, lab tests, and genetic data.

The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of male and female gonadal disorders is crucial for effective treatment and better patient outcomes.

The document concludes that accurate diagnosis and management of PCOS are crucial due to its associated health risks.

Polycystic ovary syndrome causes high male hormone levels, leading to symptoms like excess hair, acne, and fertility problems.

Androgens play a complex role in skin conditions like acne and hair loss in women, and normal blood levels don't always show true androgen status.

A woman's hyperandrogenism was caused by a genetic mutation leading to non-classic adrenogenital syndrome.

Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia is a genetic disorder with two forms, causing symptoms like early puberty and severe acne, but can be identified through screening and treated with glucocorticoids.

Molecular diagnostics help identify genetic defects causing endocrine diseases, improving diagnosis and treatment options.

Some women with excess hair growth have a hormone condition that can't be diagnosed by blood or urine tests alone.

Certain drugs that block specific enzymes can help treat prostate diseases.

The study concluded that androstendione and DHEA are important for diagnosing high male hormone levels in women with excessive hair growth.

PSA can help diagnose high androgen levels in women.

Different types of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) have varying severity, with Type I being the most severe and common.

Trilostane effectively and safely treats dogs with pituitary-dependent hyperadrenocorticism, improving symptoms and adrenal gland size.

Cytokines and neuropeptides are key in controlling androgen levels, affecting skin and hair conditions.

Insulin resistance is linked to PCOS and can lead to other health issues, but treatments like metformin can help manage symptoms.

Creating stronger blockers for skin enzymes might lead to better treatment for conditions like acne and excessive hair growth.