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Possible endocrine disorders caused woman's hair loss and obesity in painting.

Hirsutism in young girls can have causes other than PCOS, so diagnoses should be reassessed if treatments don't work.

The case highlights the complexity of diagnosing high testosterone in older women and the need for thorough testing.

Parental support and gender-affirming care are crucial for the mental health of transgender adolescents.

A new gene variant causes glucocorticoid resistance in a mother and son.

PCOS may increase the risk of mental health issues like depression and anxiety.

High levels of cortisol in hair show long-term stress which can lower fertility in animals.

Some lesser-known causes of PCOS include autoimmune issues, genetic mutations, and changes in the body's microbiome.

First-time mothers had higher stress hormone levels in late pregnancy than mothers who had given birth before.

Melampus might have cured Proetus' daughters, who possibly had ergotism or Cushing's syndrome, using the herb Helleborus niger, but a mix of factors could have caused their symptoms.

Mutations in the glucocorticoid receptor gene cause reduced sensitivity to glucocorticoids and may lead to poor response to treatment.

Human scalp hair follicles can produce and respond to several hormones, affecting hair growth and pigmentation.

Hirsute women with ovarian-sourced hirsutism are more likely to have irregular periods, with higher BMI and altered hormone ratios.

The document concludes that antiandrogenic drugs like cyproterone acetate and spironolactone are effective but not permanent treatments for skin-related androgenization in women.

Women with severe acne, hirsutism, and androgenic alopecia often have higher levels of certain androgens, but the specific pattern can't be predicted just by looking at symptoms.

Neutered ferrets often develop hyperadrenocorticism, with symptoms like hair loss and lethargy, and androstenedione is a key indicator for diagnosis.

Cyproterone acetate combined with ethinyl estradiol significantly reduced hirsutism in women.

A postmenopausal woman's hair loss and excess hair growth improved after surgery for ovarian hyperthecosis.

Minoxidil is the only drug proven to improve female hair loss, and dextroamphetamine sulfate may be a new treatment for certain types of hair loss.

A rare ovarian tumor caused high testosterone in a postmenopausal woman, resolved by surgery.

Rare ovarian tumors can cause hyperandrogenism, even if imaging appears normal.

A rare ovarian tumor caused high testosterone and excess hair in a woman, which was resolved after tumor removal.

The patient likely has Chrousos syndrome, a rare condition causing insensitivity to glucocorticoids, requiring high-dose dexamethasone treatment.

A 69-year-old smoker was wrongly diagnosed with lung cancer but actually had a rare lymphatic system disorder.

Cyproterone acetate is an effective treatment for women with acne, hair loss, and excessive hair growth.

Androgens play a role in female sexual function, and testosterone therapy can help women with low sexual desire, but more research is needed on treatments and long-term safety.

Inhibitors of 11β-HSD1 show potential for treating type 2 diabetes but require more testing for safety and effectiveness.

Changes in prolactin and DHEA levels are not required for the start of mink hair growth cycles.

Trilostane effectively treated hair loss in Alaskan Malamutes with no adverse effects.

Prolactin levels do not control the start of winter fur growth in mink.