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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) affects 6%-15% of women of reproductive age, causing symptoms like acne and hair loss, and increasing the risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease; it's managed through diet, exercise, and medications like Metformin and hormonal contraceptives.

Oral contraceptives may cause hair loss in women.

Understanding Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and its causes can lead to effective treatments.

Combination therapy with oral contraceptives and spironolactone improves hair growth, menstrual issues, and acne in women with PCOS.

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

Insulin sensitizers may slightly reduce hirsutism but are less effective than other treatments.

Transdermal testosterone can improve sexual desire in postmenopausal women but lacks long-term safety data and is not FDA-approved for this use.

Testosterone replacement therapy can prevent men from fathering children and should not be used by those wanting to stay fertile.

Adding anti-Müllerian hormone to PCOS criteria lowers the number of women diagnosed.

Hormonal imbalances can cause skin and hair problems in women, and treatments that block male hormones can help.

Excessive body hair in women can be caused by various conditions and treated with medication like Diane® 35 or androgen blockers.

New treatments for low male hormones improved sexual function and mood but had unclear risks, especially for older men.

The document concludes that early recognition and treatment of PCOS in adolescents is crucial for managing symptoms and long-term health risks.

Menopausal acne is treated with medications and lifestyle changes, but careful choice is needed due to side effects.

The levonorgestrel implant increases free testosterone and lowers SHBG more than DMPA-IM and the copper IUD.

Women with PCOS who had antiandrogenic treatment before pregnancy had fewer complications than those without treatment.

Effective acne management in PCOS includes hormone therapy, metformin, isotretinoin, weight loss, diet, exercise, and personalized treatment plans.

Dienogest combined with ethinylestradiol is a highly effective birth control that improves menstrual symptoms and has manageable side effects.

Valette® is an effective birth control pill that also reduces greasy hair and skin.

Acne affects most teenagers and can continue into adulthood, with various treatments available that show improvement but have concerns like antibiotic resistance and side effects.

The document concludes that effective acne treatment requires a personalized combination of therapies and long-term commitment, with retinoids being important for maintenance.

Progestogens are essential in menopausal hormone therapy to prevent uterine cancer and must be chosen carefully based on individual needs.

Most doctors know the thrombosis risk with Cyproterone/Ethinylestradiol, but some lack details on less common risks and patient instructions; educational materials are underused but useful.

Adult female acne is a complex condition that can worsen with menopause, requiring holistic treatment and tailored skincare at different life stages.

Glucocorticoids and sex hormones affect skin health, with potential for targeted treatments to minimize side effects and treat skin conditions.

The report concludes that PCOS is mainly a condition of excess male hormones and its definition may change as new information is discovered.

The Endocrine Society advised against routine testosterone therapy for women, citing a need for more research on long-term safety and a clear definition of androgen deficiency.

Testosterone, progesterone, and levonorgestrel change enzyme levels related to fat production in hamster skin, which could affect skin oil and acne.

Hormone therapy may increase migraines in transgender women and decrease them in transgender men; more research is needed on migraine management in transgender individuals.

In 2009, there were new medical devices, treatments for gynecological conditions, updated health guidelines, and legal developments in women's health.