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A new gene mutation causes insulin resistance in a girl and her mother.

5α-reductase is essential for male sexual development and its inhibitors have potential in treating various conditions related to hormone action.

Knuckle Acanthosis Nigricans is common in Latin American youth and may indicate early insulin resistance, especially in those with normal weight.

Different treatments for PCOS focus on the specific symptoms, with weight loss and lifestyle changes being important.

There is no significant link between male pattern baldness and insulin resistance.

Hirsutism can be caused by various conditions besides PCOS, and it's important to treat the underlying issue and manage symptoms with medication and cosmetic approaches.

Hirsutism is excessive hair growth in women often caused by polycystic ovarian syndrome, and identifying the cause is important for managing associated health risks.

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

Different substances that activate or block the androgen receptor can affect male development and treat conditions like prostate cancer.

Lifestyle changes are the main treatment for PCOS, which is a complex condition requiring early management to reduce its health impacts.

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

The document suggests various treatments for PCOS, including medication for menstrual issues, insulin resistance, and excess hair, as well as fertility treatments, while highlighting the need for personalized care and lifestyle changes.

Greek women with PCOS have a higher risk of metabolic syndrome and are more likely to be overweight compared to healthy controls.

Amenorrhea, or the absence of periods, should be evaluated by age 15 or within five years of early breast development, and is most commonly caused by conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome and hypothalamic amenorrhea.

Amenorrhea is when a woman doesn't have periods, with primary amenorrhea starting by age 15 or within five years of breast development, and secondary amenorrhea when periods stop for three months. It affects 3-4% of women not pregnant, breastfeeding, or in menopause, mainly due to polycystic ovary syndrome, hypothalamic amenorrhea, hyperprolactinemia, and ovarian failure.

The document explains how the male reproductive system works, its role in making testosterone, and how conditions like obesity can disrupt it, leading to low testosterone and fertility issues.

Combining yoga and certain herbs can effectively manage PCOS symptoms and improve quality of life.

Testosterone can cause acne and male-pattern baldness, affects hair growth in men and women, and makes male skin more sensitive.

Androgens can both increase body hair and cause scalp hair loss.

Lifestyle changes and medical treatment can help manage PCOS symptoms in young adults.

Hormones cause hair loss by affecting cell growth and weakening cell attraction.

Early hair loss may indicate risk of insulin resistance.

Personalized diets, like the Mediterranean Diet and low carb diets, can help manage PCOS symptoms in obese women, and probiotics may enhance weight loss and improve metabolic health. More research is needed to find the best diet strategies.

Endocrine diseases in children often cause skin changes like dryness, redness, acne, hair loss, and more.

The French Endocrine Society suggests diagnosing PCOS with two of three signs, recommends lifestyle changes and clomiphene for treatment, and calls for more research on certain treatments and tests.

Women with PCOS have higher levels of certain blood clotting factors, suggesting a greater risk of cardiovascular issues.

Amenorrhea is relatively rare and initial testing should check FSH, TSH, and prolactin levels.

The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of male and female gonadal disorders is crucial for effective treatment and better patient outcomes.

Hair loss in middle-aged women is often linked to insulin resistance and a family history of hair loss, particularly from their fathers.

Early balding linked to higher heart disease risk.