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

Most women with excess male hormones have Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, and hormonal therapy can improve symptoms but may cause side effects.

Androgens like testosterone are important hormones for both men and women, made differently in each sex and affecting the body by regulating genes and quick interactions with cell components.

Testosterone therapy can improve sexual desire and function in postmenopausal women but should be used cautiously and not based solely on testosterone levels.

A woman had both Graham Little-Piccardi-Lassueur syndrome, causing hair loss, and complete androgen insensitivity syndrome, making her genetically male but physically female. This suggests androgens don't affect the hair loss condition.

Testosterone therapy can help improve mood, sexual function, and bone health in women with low androgen levels, but more research is needed to establish safe and effective guidelines.

A postmenopausal woman's facial redness, acne, and excess hair were caused by too much hormone therapy for insomnia, but improved after stopping the treatment.

Testosterone therapy may slightly improve sexual function in postmenopausal women, but its long-term safety is unknown.

The treatment reduced hair growth and testosterone in women with excess hair and had some effects on stress responses.

Androgens cause skin issues like acne and hair growth in women, often due to PCOS, and can be treated with medication and lifestyle changes.

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

Cytokines and neuropeptides are key in controlling androgen levels, affecting skin and hair conditions.

Testosterone replacement can help women with low libido and mood, but they need to have enough estrogen first to avoid side effects.

Menopausal women have higher androgen levels, which can cause symptoms like facial hair growth and low sexual desire.

Human sebaceous glands contain enzymes that affect androgen production and may influence sebum production and acne.

Curcumin improved some metabolic factors in women with PCOS but did not affect cholesterol, insulin, or testosterone levels.

The document concludes that hirsutism is the main sign for diagnosing hyperandrogenism, which requires a detailed patient history and physical exam.

Testosterone therapy can improve sexual satisfaction and mood in surgically menopausal women when used with estrogen, but its long-term safety and effects on naturally menopausal and premenopausal women are unclear.

Using only hyperandrogenism to diagnose PCOS can lead to overdiagnosis.

The guideline suggests using specific criteria to diagnose PCOS, recommends various treatments for its symptoms, and advises screening for related health issues.

Most women with excess hair growth have an underlying hormonal issue, often treated with medication and hair removal methods.

Certain hormone treatments can improve acne and related conditions in women.

Hirsutism is excessive male-pattern hair growth in women, often caused by hormonal imbalances, and requires ongoing treatment to manage.

An 81-year-old woman's severe male hormone symptoms were caused by an ovarian tumor, which was treated with surgery.

Hormones and genetics play key roles in male and female baldness, which can affect mental health and may be linked to other health issues.

Testosterone therapy can modestly improve sexual function in menopausal women but should be used cautiously and is not recommended for routine measurement in sexual dysfunction or hirsutism.

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

Most women with hirsutism have it because of PCOS, and they need long-term treatment including medication and hair removal to improve their condition.

A woman's excessive hair growth and masculine features were due to a rare benign ovarian tumor and endometrial cancer, which improved after surgery.

The document concludes that careful history and physical exams are crucial for accurately diagnosing polycystic ovary syndrome and distinguishing it from other similar conditions.