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Rare adrenal cancers that secrete androgens or estrogens have a poor prognosis and are treated primarily with surgery.

Women with nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia experience more sexual dysfunction and distress.

Young women with nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia may experience worse sexual function and mild depression compared to healthy women.

Some vitamin D analogs can thicken skin and reduce pore size like a common acne treatment, with one analog also affecting skin growth factors.

Women with a certain type of tumor had higher levels of pregnancy hormone and male hormones, which decreased after treatment.

Most adrenal cortex tumors are benign and non-secreting, but proper diagnosis and treatment are important due to the rare possibility of cancer.

Diagnosing simple-virilizing congenital adrenal hyperplasia can be difficult and requires thorough testing and expert advice.

A 70-year-old woman with a malignant adrenal tumor improved after surgery and radiotherapy.

Removing an adrenal tumor can significantly reduce high androgen levels in postmenopausal women.

A patient produced cortisol after adrenalectomy, possibly due to residual tissue or other body parts making steroids.

The document concludes that patient outcomes for Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia are often not ideal because of poor management and a need for better diagnosis and treatment methods.

A woman's adrenal tumor disappeared after treatment with cyproterone acetate.

Blocking the enzyme 5α-reductase can shrink the prostate and help treat enlarged prostate issues.

The document concludes that proper diagnosis and a multidisciplinary approach are crucial for managing Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia effectively.

Some parents have a mild form of congenital adrenal hyperplasia without symptoms, and they usually don't need treatment.

High androgen levels and genetic factors likely cause Becker's nevus and related symptoms.

Women with PCOS have higher 5α-reductase activity, which may be linked to insulin resistance.

The severity of symptoms in nonclassical congenital adrenal hyperplasia is not determined by CYP21A2 gene variations.

Stressed fibroblasts greatly increase melanin production in hair, skin, and eye cells, mainly due to a growth factor called bFGF.

Children with classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia have thicker heart fat and are at higher risk for heart problems and early atherosclerosis.

Women with PCOS may have a higher risk of respiratory and ear infections due to slower nasal mucociliary clearance.

Late diagnosis of congenital adrenal hyperplasia can greatly affect physical development, gender identity, and sexual health.

Women with nonclassical congenital adrenal hyperplasia may have a higher risk of fertility issues and miscarriages, and should get genetic counseling.

Isoflavone may help manage PCOS symptoms, but its effectiveness is uncertain.

Children with classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia have thicker heart fat and more heart and blood vessel risk factors, especially if their condition is not well-controlled.

Testing basal 17-HP levels is a good way to screen for nonclassic adrenal hyperplasia in women with high androgen levels.

Antiandrogens like flutamide are effective in treating conditions like prostate cancer and hair loss, but there's a need for more potent versions. Understanding their structure can help develop better treatments.

About 2.2% of women with symptoms of high male hormones have a mild form of congenital adrenal hyperplasia, and measuring a specific hormone level can accurately diagnose it.

The update highlights that non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia is common in women with excess male hormones, requires specific hormone tests for diagnosis, and has various treatment options depending on age and symptoms.

Spironolactone reduces the enzyme activity that converts testosterone to DHT, helping treat excessive hair growth in women.