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Metformin improves early signs of heart disease in women with PCOS and raises apelin levels, but doesn't significantly change artery thickness.

Greater intimacy leads to better self-reported health in couples having infertility treatment.

The Polish medical societies have redefined metabolic syndrome and recommend lifestyle changes, certain medications, and possibly bariatric surgery for treatment. They also discuss managing related health conditions.

PCOS patients have more central body fat, which can be effectively measured using DEXA.

Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) have lower levels of a substance called DIAPH1 in their blood, which is linked to changes in sugar metabolism and insulin resistance.

Finasteride reduces hair growth and is safe for women with excessive hair.

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

Ruby laser treatment is effective and well-tolerated for reducing hair growth.

Finasteride effectively reduces hair growth in women with idiopathic hirsutism, but requires careful contraception during treatment.

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

Most women referred for excess male hormone symptoms had polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), with other conditions being less common.

Clinical signs of hyperandrogenism are related to female pattern hair loss severity, but biochemical markers are not.

Women with excessive hair growth tend to have shorter index and ring fingers compared to others.

The guidelines help doctors diagnose and treat hormone-related disorders in women.

Androgen conjugates might be better indicators of skin sensitivity to hormones in women with excessive hair growth.

Hypothyroidism may worsen metabolic problems like insulin resistance and obesity in women with PCOS.

Women with PCOS often have hair loss, which is linked to acne or excess body hair but not to worse hormone or metabolic issues.

Researchers developed a model to predict how well certain compounds can block an enzyme related to hair loss and prostate issues, suggesting a 50 mg dose of finasteride might be effective based on lab and body data.

Finasteride, CPA, and flutamide are all equally effective in reducing excessive hair growth in women.

Most cases of excessive hair growth in women are caused by polycystic ovarian syndrome and are linked to higher free testosterone levels.

The chapter explains the causes of excessive hair growth and masculinization in women and how to measure hormone levels related to these conditions.

Hirsutism is more linked to high androgen levels than acne or hair loss, and a mix of hormonal tests is best for diagnosis; certain treatments can reduce symptoms.

The study concluded that a higher waist-hip ratio significantly increases the risk of metabolic syndrome in women with PCOS.

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is more common in urban areas, possibly due to lifestyle and diet, and ignoring it can lead to serious health issues.

About 6.5% of young Caucasian women in Spain have polycystic ovary syndrome.

Classical PCOS types A and B are most common and linked to higher health risks.

PCOS is a common hormonal disorder with symptoms like irregular periods and excess hair growth, managed with lifestyle changes and medications.

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

A woman with a rare adrenal tumor and hormonal disorder had improved testosterone levels after surgery, but her menstrual irregularities continued.