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Early detection and treatment of PCOS in teenagers is important to manage symptoms and prevent severe issues.

Hirsutism in women often indicates a hormonal imbalance and can be managed with a combination of hormonal treatments and hair removal methods.

Diagnosing PCOS in teenage girls is tricky and requires careful evaluation and management.

All women with significant unwanted hair growth have hormonal imbalances, often from polycystic ovary syndrome.

Most women with excessive hair growth have a hormonal cause.

Acne is caused by genetics, diet, hormones, and bacteria, with treatments not yet curative.

The document concludes that correct diagnosis and management of PCOS are important, and more research is needed on its risks and treatments.

Most hirsutism cases are due to PCOS, and treatment focuses on lowering testosterone and blocking its effects.

The document suggests that clinical trials for PCOS should focus on meaningful primary outcomes like live birth rates, rather than less reliable surrogate markers.

Women with PCOS are at high risk of glucose metabolism issues and heart diseases, especially if overweight, highlighting the need for early intervention.

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.

Certain mutations in the H6PD gene cause Cortisone Reductase Deficiency by affecting hormone production.

Blocking CRF1 receptors improved male hormone levels and reduced testicular tumor size in men with a specific adrenal condition.

Overweight women with PCOS have higher levels of certain hormones that could indicate a higher risk of heart and metabolic problems.

Birth control pills can help reduce mild to moderate acne in women.

Male hormones, or androgens, affect women's health in areas like mood and bone density, and hormone replacement therapy using antiandrogenic progestogens can improve mood disorders and alertness in menopausal women.

A 12-year-old girl with very high testosterone and insulin resistance improved with birth control pills, suggesting PCOS can cause high testosterone without tumors.

The document concluded that more research is needed to understand how estrogen affects the enzyme involved in hirsutism development.

A woman's excessive hair growth was linked to a rare case of high testosterone caused by a prolactin-producing pituitary tumor.

The study concluded that testing hormone levels after stimulation is not reliable for identifying carriers of 21-hydroxylase deficiency; genetic testing is necessary.

Androgens like testosterone affect skin health and can lead to conditions such as acne and hair loss, with various treatments available.

The guidelines advise against using testosterone and DHEA in women for most conditions due to safety and effectiveness concerns, but suggest considering testosterone for postmenopausal women with low sexual desire.

Certain genetic variations in the AR and ERβ genes can affect androgen levels in women.

Women with PCOS have higher androgen levels that decrease with age but are still higher than in women without PCOS.

Adrenal disorders can cause lasting brain and behavior issues in children.

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

Early diagnosis and individualized treatment improve outcomes for Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia.

The conclusion is that managing androgen excess requires long-term treatment, including hormonal contraceptives and androgen blockers, with follow-up after six months.

Dietary changes, including weight loss and a balanced diet, are important for managing PCOS, especially in overweight women.

New treatments for prostate cancer and BPH show promise, including novel compounds that target hormone synthesis and response.