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PSA can help diagnose high androgen levels in women.

A 13-year-old with 46 XY DSD had ambiguous genitalia due to incomplete masculinization.

A woman's severe hirsutism was caused by Leydig cell tumors in her ovaries, which improved after surgery.

PCOS is a hormonal disorder causing symptoms like irregular periods and acne, and increases the risk of diabetes and heart disease.

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.

Effective treatment for midlife women's hair loss is limited, with 5% minoxidil foam being the only proven option for the most common type.

Females have higher estrogen receptor levels in hair than males, and these levels decrease in white hair compared to black hair.

Gene mutations can cause problems in male genital development.

Eating high-glycemic and dairy foods can increase hormones that may cause acne and other health issues.

A postmenopausal woman's virilization was caused by a rare ovarian tumor that was hard to detect but was successfully treated with surgery.

The article concludes that hormonal therapy is an effective long-term acne treatment, even for those without hormonal imbalances.

Doctors vary in how they initially test for PCOS, but most agree on using oral contraceptives and lifestyle changes as first treatments.

Androgen levels do not determine the type of PCOS symptoms in young females.

Teens with PCOS have a higher risk of type 2 diabetes and need regular glucose checks.

Testosterone therapy can help postmenopausal women with low sexual desire but needs more safety research and should be used with estrogen therapy.

Testosterone therapy can help with androgen deficiency in women but should be used with caution and monitoring due to potential risks.

The document concludes that PCOS in adolescents is complex and requires comprehensive care to manage its symptoms and associated health risks.

Norethisterone (jenapharm) therapy is effective for endometrial cancer.

Finasteride, a drug used for certain conditions, can cause serious side effects like sexual dysfunction, suicidal thoughts, and increased diabetes risk, and there's a need for more awareness and research about these effects.

Endocrine disruptors may cause early hair loss.

The 2003 consensus updated PCOS diagnosis criteria and highlighted increased risks of diabetes and heart disease for those affected.

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.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome should be seen mainly as a condition of excess male hormones, with a focus on this in its definition.

Experts agree that PCOS affects women's health in complex ways, but more research is needed to understand and treat it effectively.

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

The document concludes that PCOS is a complex disorder caused by both genetic and environmental factors, affecting women's health in various ways, and requires personalized treatment.

PCOS is a complex condition with major health impacts, needing more research for better diagnosis and treatment.

Polycystic ovary syndrome affects about 6-10% of women, with varying symptoms and the need for standardized global definitions.

Male hormones may play a role in the development of heart disease, and more research is needed to understand their effects.

PCOS affects a similar percentage of Black and White women in the Southeastern United States.