research Endocrine Evaluation of Hirsutism
Women with excessive male-pattern hair growth should get a full hormone check-up to find and treat any underlying issues, considering both medical and emotional aspects.
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research Anti-Müllerian Hormone Confirms the Novel Classification of Female Functional Androgenization Including Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Anti-Müllerian hormone is a specific marker for ovarian issues in women with conditions like PCOS.
research Androgen Effects on the Skin
Androgens like testosterone affect skin health and can lead to conditions such as acne and hair loss, with various treatments available.
research Is Dehydroepiandrosterone a Hormone?
Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) is a prohormone important for producing sex steroids and has potential health benefits.
research Sexual Hormones in Human Skin
Human skin makes sexual hormones that affect hair growth, skin health, and healing; too much can cause acne and hair loss, while treatments can manage these conditions.
research Acne and Systemic Disease
Hormones, especially androgens, play a key role in acne, which can be a symptom of systemic diseases like PCOS and may require targeted treatment.
research Recent Advances in the Molecular Mechanisms Determining Tissue Sensitivity to Glucocorticoids: Novel Mutations, Circadian Rhythm, and Ligand-Induced Repression of the Human Glucocorticoid Receptor
New findings explain how genetic changes, body clocks, and certain molecules affect tissue response to stress hormones.
research Ovarian Hypertension: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is linked to higher risk of hypertension and heart disease.
research Androgens in Women: Role in Androgen-Mediated Cutaneous Disorders
Androgens play a complex role in skin conditions like acne and hair loss in women, and normal blood levels don't always show true androgen status.
research Kisspeptin and LH Pulsatile Temporal Coupling in PCOS Patients
Women with regular menstrual cycles and PCOS have linked kisspeptin and LH hormone patterns, unlike those with irregular cycles.
research Chrousos Syndrome: From Molecular Pathogenesis to Therapeutic Management
The review suggests thorough evaluation and genetic testing for proper diagnosis and treatment of Chrousos syndrome.
research Current Evaluation of 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.
research Diagnostic Approach to Low-Renin Hypertension
Recent genetic insights show that low-renin hypertension includes a range from essential hypertension to secondary or familial forms, affecting diagnosis and treatment.
research Hirsutism: Diagnosis and Treatment
The document concludes that proper diagnosis and combined treatments are key for hirsutism management, and weight loss may help overweight patients.
research Combined Oral Contraception and Bicalutamide in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Severe Hirsutism: A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial
Birth control pills combined with bicalutamide are more effective at reducing excessive hair growth in women with PCOS than birth control pills alone.
research Current Evaluation of Amenorrhea
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.
research The Utility of Metformin Therapy in Reproductive-Aged Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Metformin helps regulate menstrual cycles, induce ovulation, and improve pregnancy outcomes in women with PCOS.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Features, Diagnostic Criteria, and Treatments
PCOS is a long-term condition that needs more research for better understanding and treatment.
research Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and Associated Hirsutism in Adolescents
Early diagnosis and treatment of PCOS in teenagers can help prevent more severe adult PCOS.
research Office Management of the Adolescent with Diabetes Mellitus
The document recommends a team-based approach and personalized care for managing diabetes in teenagers.
research Caring for Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Treating PCOS is complex, involving medication like metformin and lifestyle changes, and requires attention to mental health due to high depression and anxiety rates.
research The Skin and Subcutaneous Tissues: Conditions, Diagnosis, and Systemic Implications
The document concludes that skin and nail changes can indicate various underlying health conditions.
research The Laboratory in the Multidisciplinary Diagnosis of Differences or Disorders of Sex Development (DSD)
Diagnosing sex development disorders requires combining medical history, physical exams, imaging, lab tests, and genetic data.
research Index
The document is a detailed medical reference on skin and genetic disorders.
research Controversies in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Diagnosing and treating PCOS is complex due to differing criteria and requires a team approach.
research General Dermatology: Comprehensive Overview of Dermatological Conditions
The document explains various skin conditions and their treatments.
research The Pediatric Origins of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Early signs of PCOS in girls, like irregular periods and polycystic ovaries, suggest a need for early diagnosis and intervention to prevent further health issues.
research Revised 2003 Consensus on Diagnostic Criteria and Long-Term Health Risks Related to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The 2003 consensus updated PCOS diagnosis criteria and highlighted increased risks of diabetes and heart disease for those affected.
research Revised 2003 Consensus on Diagnostic Criteria and Long-Term Health Risks Related to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
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.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Etiology, Pathogenesis, and Diagnosis
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.