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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common condition in women that can cause metabolic, reproductive, and psychological issues, and requires lifestyle changes and medication for management.

PCOS affects a similar percentage of Black and White women in the Southeastern United States.

Photobiomodulation therapy using red and near-infrared light can reduce inflammation and aid in healing various conditions.

Testosterone therapy improves physical function, strength, and body composition in older men with low testosterone levels.

The European Society of Endocrinology advises individualized long-term management for PCOS, focusing on lifestyle changes, accurate diagnosis, and treatments for associated health risks and symptoms.

Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) is a prohormone important for producing sex steroids and has potential health benefits.

PCOS affects about 4% of women in the southeastern U.S. equally across Black and White populations.

Cushing's syndrome can cause serious health problems, and early treatment is crucial, but some issues may remain after treatment.

Myo-inositol supplements may improve insulin sensitivity and help with conditions like PCOS and gestational diabetes, but more research is needed.

Metformin helps with menstrual cycles and insulin levels in PCOS but is less effective for hair growth, diabetes prevention, and weight loss, and may improve fertility and reduce diabetes risk.

Human skin makes sexual hormones that affect hair growth, skin health, and healing; too much can cause acne and hair loss, while treatments can manage these conditions.

The research found that different types of fibroblasts are involved in wound healing and that some blood cells can turn into fat cells during this process.

The Endocrine Society advised against routine testosterone therapy for women, citing a need for more research on long-term safety and a clear definition of androgen deficiency.

The document likely offers guidance on treating a woman's excessive hair growth, considering her symptoms and obesity.

Women with PCOS often have more belly fat and higher insulin levels, but belly fat isn't the only cause of their insulin resistance.

The document concludes that insulin resistance is key in PCOS development and early treatment is crucial to prevent complications.

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

Male and female skin differ in many ways, which could lead to gender-specific skin treatments.

High levels of male hormones, insulin resistance, and obesity are closely linked and worsen polycystic ovary syndrome, but more research is needed to improve treatments.

Testosterone therapy in transgender men has both desired effects like increased muscle mass and potential health risks such as higher cardiovascular risk.

Estrogens significantly influence hair growth by interacting with receptors in hair follicles and may help regulate the hair growth cycle.

Caffeine in cosmetics may reduce cellulite, protect skin, and stimulate hair growth, but more research is needed on its use and effects.

Male and female skin differ due to hormones, affecting conditions like hair loss, acne, and skin cancer, and suggesting a need for gender-specific treatments.

Keratinocytes help heal skin wounds by interacting with immune cells and producing substances that kill pathogens.

Eating less sugar, milk, and saturated fats and more vegetables and fish may help treat and prevent acne.

Stress can cause hair loss by negatively affecting hair follicles and this effect might be reversed with specific treatments.

Hormones, especially androgens, play a big role in acne, but most acne sufferers don't have a hormone disorder. Hormonal treatments, including birth control pills, can be very effective for women whose acne doesn't improve with regular treatments.

Women with PCOS are more than twice as likely to develop nonalcoholic fatty liver disease.

Hair loss linked to higher heart disease risk in both men and women.

Dihydrotestosterone gel improved well-being and sexual function in older men without negatively affecting prostate health.