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The guidelines advise against using testosterone and DHEA in women for most conditions due to safety and effectiveness concerns, but suggest considering testosterone for postmenopausal women with low sexual desire.

About 2.2% of women with symptoms of high male hormones have a mild form of congenital adrenal hyperplasia, and measuring a specific hormone level can accurately diagnose it.

Finasteride safely lowers DHT levels without affecting testosterone.

Women with type 1 diabetes often have polycystic ovary syndrome and excess male hormones, which are frequently undiagnosed.

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

Women with acromegaly often have irregular periods due to hormone imbalances and growth hormone effects.

Cyproterone acetate is effective for treating hirsutism and acne but less so for hair loss, with side effects similar to birth control pills.

The research found that polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) has two distinct types, with one having more severe hormone and insulin issues.

Treatment with a hormone agonist can reduce excess male hormones in postmenopausal women without surgery.

People who carry the 21-Hydroxylase Deficiency gene are not more likely to have excessive male hormone levels.

New compounds may soon be tested to treat excessive hair growth in women.

The document says that understanding the causes of PCOS is important for treatment, especially in distinguishing the syndrome from just having cystic ovaries, and that losing weight is key for obese women with PCOS.

Family members of North Indian women with PCOS have a high rate of metabolic syndrome.

Finasteride reduces dihydrotestosterone, increases testosterone, and may treat hirsutism in women.

The document suggests that there might be an autoimmune link between polycystic ovary syndrome and Graves' disease.

Skin changes can indicate hormonal imbalances and help diagnose endocrine disorders.

A specific thyroid hormone resistance mutation may be linked to different types of hair loss.

An 11-year-old Greek girl was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder, highlighting the importance of genetic testing and family history.

Insulin resistance is linked to larger thyroid volume in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome.

Indian women with PCOS may need different ultrasound criteria for diagnosis than current standards.

Hyperandrogenism increases heart disease risk in premenopausal women, but this risk is linked to obesity in postmenopausal women.

Hyperthyroidism can hide signs of high androgen levels in females.

Parthenolide promotes hair growth in mice and may influence pathways related to male pattern baldness.

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

The guideline suggests using specific criteria to diagnose PCOS, recommends various treatments for its symptoms, and advises screening for related health issues.

Most women with excess male hormones have Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, and hormonal therapy can improve symptoms but may cause side effects.

Polycystic ovary syndrome is found in 6.5% of unselected Caucasian women in Spain.

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

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

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