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A woman's male-like symptoms and high testosterone were due to ovarian hilus-cell hyperplasia, which improved after surgery.

With careful management, people with congenital adrenal hyperplasia can have successful pregnancies and become parents.

The case showed the need for quick investigation of virilization in women and how emotional health is linked to physical health.

A toddler with a rare adrenal gland tumor causing male-like physical changes was successfully treated with surgery.

Postmenopausal hyperandrogenism, a condition with symptoms like increased hair growth and acne, is usually caused by PCOS but can also be due to other factors. It's diagnosed by checking testosterone levels and treated either by removing the adrenal tumor or through antiandrogen therapy.

Doctors should check for serious tumor causes of high androgen levels in postmenopausal women and more research is needed on this condition.

Hormone imbalances can cause specific skin changes, which may help in early detection of endocrine disorders.

The document concludes that managing female hyperandrogenism requires a combination of identifying the cause, lifestyle changes, medication, and cosmetic treatments.

An 80-year-old woman's severe hair loss was caused by a hormone-secreting ovarian tumor.

Some ovarian tumors can cause masculinization, and it's important to check for various causes when this symptom is present.

Excessive body hair in women can be caused by various conditions and treated with medication like Diane® 35 or androgen blockers.

A woman's rare benign tumor that released both cortisol and testosterone was successfully removed, improving her health.

Treating classic 21-hydroxylase deficiency requires precise glucocorticoid dosing and attention to individual patient needs, with new treatments showing promise.

A woman's rare ovarian tumor was treated with surgery, which stopped her symptoms and normalized her hormone levels.

A new gene mutation causes female pseudohermaphroditism due to glucocorticoid resistance.

A woman had a rare liver tumor causing male-like physical changes, highlighting the need for thorough checks when such symptoms appear.

The study found that imaging might miss small ovarian tumors causing high testosterone, and suggested using certain testosterone levels and treatment responses to identify these tumors.

A woman's severe male-like symptoms were caused by a rare, benign tumor in her ovary that produced male hormones.

The conclusion is that accurately identifying the cause of high androgen levels in women with PCOS is crucial and requires specific tests.

Hirsutism in women is mostly caused by polycystic ovary syndrome and idiopathic hyperandrogenism.

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.

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

Non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia is a common disorder causing symptoms like acne and infertility, and it's managed based on symptoms, not just test results. Treatment can improve fertility and reduce miscarriage risk.

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

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

Taking biotin can lead to incorrect low results in free testosterone tests.

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 developed male traits from accidental contact with her husband's testosterone gel.

CAH is a genetic disorder affecting cortisol production and causing hormonal imbalances, with treatment and diagnosis varying by form and symptoms.

Removing both ovaries treated the woman's excess male hormone symptoms.