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Siblings with signs of virilization should be tested for non-classical congenital adrenal hyperplasia, which does not affect adult height but may impact fertility and well-being if untreated.

Simvastatin may help manage symptoms in women with non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia by lowering cholesterol and certain hormone levels.

Over a third of women thought to have non-classical congenital adrenal hyperplasia didn't have it confirmed by genetic tests.

The patient with severe hirsutism improved after being diagnosed with non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia and treated with corticosteroids.

A patient with congenital adrenal hyperplasia improved after adjusting her medication to prevent Cushing's syndrome symptoms.

Ovarian steroid cell tumors can mimic adrenal hyperplasia, and surgery can normalize hormone levels.

Early detection of ovarian steroid cell tumors is crucial to prevent lasting symptoms.

A new mutation in the CYP11B1 gene was found in a woman with mild hyperandrogenemia, a rare cause of non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia.

Acne not improved by usual treatments may indicate a genetic disorder.

A boy with a new NR5A1 gene mutation has a sex development disorder without affecting his adrenal glands.

Blocking CRF1 receptors improved male hormone levels and reduced testicular tumor size in men with a specific adrenal condition.

A new gene mutation causes female pseudohermaphroditism due to glucocorticoid resistance.

Treat hirsutism in premenopausal women with oral contraceptives and consider additional treatments if needed.

The document concludes that a systematic approach is crucial to identify causes of androgen excess in women beyond the most common cause, Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

AGA in children needs careful diagnosis due to low androgen levels and possible other causes.

Most women with excess hair growth need only a clinical evaluation and minimal tests unless they show signs of virilism.

A 68-year-old woman developed male traits due to a tumor in her ovary, which was removed, returning her hormone levels to normal.

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

Acne is common and can be linked to various systemic health conditions and syndromes.

All women with significant unwanted hair growth have hormonal imbalances, often from polycystic ovary syndrome.

Hirsutism in young girls can have various causes beyond PCOS, so diagnoses should be reconsidered if treatments don't work.

New hair regrowth model introduced, imiquimod kills skin cancer cells, T-cadherin loss makes skin cancer more invasive, no strong link between PTCH1 gene and skin cancer after transplant, and male teens more likely to have hereditary hair loss.

Most women with excessive hair growth have a hormonal cause.

The book is a valuable reference on androgenic disorders for professionals but not suitable for laypeople or medical students.

Hirsutism, excessive male-pattern hair in women, can be caused by high androgens or skin sensitivity, diagnosed by testosterone levels, and treated with hair removal and hormone therapy.

Genetic defects in androgen production are linked to male developmental disorders and are improving treatment understanding.

Parental support and gender-affirming care are crucial for the mental health of transgender adolescents.

The main cause of excessive hair growth in Turkish women is Polycystic ovary syndrome, but in about one fifth of cases, the reason for high male hormone levels is unknown.

The case highlights the complexity of diagnosing high testosterone in older women and the need for thorough testing.

Hirsute women with ovarian-sourced hirsutism are more likely to have irregular periods, with higher BMI and altered hormone ratios.