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Hirsutism is often caused by high male hormone levels and can be treated with lifestyle changes and medications.

The 2003 consensus updated PCOS diagnosis criteria and linked PCOS to higher risks of diabetes and heart problems, recommending lifestyle changes to lower these risks.

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

The modified Ferriman-Gallwey method is a useful tool for diagnosing hirsutism.

The document concludes that the 5 alpha-reductase enzymes are important in steroid metabolism and related to various human diseases, with inhibitors used to treat conditions like male pattern baldness and prostate issues.

About 7% to 15% of Iranian women have polycystic ovary syndrome, depending on the criteria used to diagnose it.

Women with PCOS often have skin problems like excessive hair, acne, hair loss, and dark patches, which can be treated with hormonal and non-hormonal therapies.

Women with PCOS have different levels of certain fats and proteins in their blood, which could help diagnose the condition.

Obese women with PCOS show a male-like pattern in certain fat tissue gene expressions.

The document concludes that more research is needed to understand excessive hair growth in women with normal hormone levels and regular ovulation.

Higher androstenedione levels in women with PCOS are linked to more severe symptoms.

The document concludes that proper diagnosis and combined treatments are key for hirsutism management, and weight loss may help overweight patients.

Birth control pills combined with bicalutamide are more effective at reducing excessive hair growth in women with PCOS than birth control pills alone.

Primary care for PCOS focuses on lifestyle changes, medication based on symptoms, and mental health, with diabetes screening and specialist referral for severe cases.

The article concludes that global standardization in PCOS research is crucial for accurate diagnosis and understanding of the condition.

Measuring the distance from the anus to the clitoris may moderately help diagnose polycystic ovary syndrome, especially in certain cases.

Alfacalcidiol and metformin together lowered testosterone in women with PCOS, but did not significantly improve acne, hair growth, or pregnancy rates.

Hirsutism in women is often due to hormone sensitivity and has significant psychological effects.

Hirsutism causes significant psychological distress in women.

Diagnosing and managing PCOS in teens is hard, but early diagnosis and lifestyle changes are key, and more research is needed for long-term health.

Secondary amenorrhea has many causes and requires thorough evaluation to treat and restore menstrual cycles.

Ethinylestradiol/chlormadinone acetate may be an effective and well-tolerated treatment for skin conditions caused by excess androgens.

Doctors should recognize and treat PCOS early in primary care to manage symptoms and lower risk of other health issues.

Homeopathic remedies can help manage PCOS symptoms in girls aged 17-21.

PCOS is a complex condition that can lead to serious health issues, but early diagnosis and treatment can reduce these risks.

A woman's severe hormone imbalance after menopause led to finding a rare ovarian tumor, treated by 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.

Women with androgenetic alopecia (hair loss) have normal prostate specific antigen levels but higher testosterone levels.

Women with polycystic ovary syndrome tend to have a longer distance between the clitoris and anus.

Vitamin D deficiency is common in women with PCOS and linked to some metabolic problems, but not the main cause of their metabolic issues.