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Antiandrogens are somewhat effective in reducing excessive hair growth in women.

Women with PCOS have overall higher body fat, not abnormal fat placement, and more insulin resistance.

Different types of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) have varying severity, with Type I being the most severe and common.

The conclusion is that PCOS is caused by ovarian sensitivity to hormones and disrupted hormone control, possibly due to ovarian factors, and more research is needed.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome likely starts in childhood and may be genetic and influenced by early hormone exposure.

A simple screening method found that 6.3% of women in a semiurban area in Sri Lanka have polycystic ovary syndrome, with most showing menstrual irregularities.

Combining liraglutide and metformin helps obese women with PCOS who didn't lose weight on metformin alone to lose more weight.

South Asian women with PCOS are more likely to have metabolic issues and central obesity, and simple measures like waist size and blood pressure can help identify these risks early.

Women with epilepsy should be monitored for reproductive issues, which can be caused by epilepsy or its treatments, especially when using valproate.

An mFG score of 5 or more indicates above-normal hair growth in Southern Chinese women.

The sebaceous gland has more roles than just producing sebum and contributing to acne, and new research could lead to better skin disease treatments.

Minoxidil and finasteride effectively treat hair loss.

Women with PCOS may take longer to get pregnant but can have a normal family size, and should manage their overall health to reduce long-term health risks.

PCOS is a common hormonal disorder in women, marked by symptoms like hair growth and menstrual issues, and requires personalized treatment.

Alpha-hydroxy acids, like glycolic acid, safely improve skin issues and work on all skin types.

The conclusion is that managing androgen excess requires long-term treatment, including hormonal contraceptives and androgen blockers, with follow-up after six months.

Testosterone therapy seems safe for postmenopausal women for a few years, but more research is needed for long-term effects.

Amenorrhea is relatively rare and initial testing should check FSH, TSH, and prolactin levels.

Androgenetic alopecia involves genetics, hormones, and can be treated with medications or surgery.

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.

Taking low-dose spironolactone and metformin together works better for PCOS symptoms than either drug alone.

Certain medications including flutamide, spironolactone, and others effectively reduce excessive hair growth in women, especially when combined with lifestyle changes.

Male hormones are important for hair and oil gland development and can cause conditions like excessive hair growth and acne.

PCOS is a common hormonal disorder in women, treated with lifestyle changes and medications like hormonal contraceptives and metformin.

PCOS in teens is hard to diagnose, linked to genetics and lifestyle, and managed with weight loss and medication.

Women with PCOS who have low SHBG are more likely to have low good cholesterol and metabolic syndrome.

Evaluate postmenopausal women with high androgen levels using medical history, physical exams, lab tests, and imaging to manage health risks.

Androgens are important for normal ovarian function and estrogen production, but may not be the main cause of follicle death.

Dermatologists play a key role in treating skin symptoms of PCOS like dark patches, excess hair, acne, and hair loss.

Male pattern baldness is mostly inherited, involves many genes, and is linked to other traits like early puberty and strong bones.