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

To diagnose Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, two out of three signs—irregular periods, high male hormone levels, or cysts on the ovaries—are needed.

The conclusion is that accurately identifying the cause of high androgen levels in women with PCOS is crucial and requires specific tests.

Men with common hair loss may have a higher risk of heart disease and diabetes, and should be checked for these conditions.

The document concludes that careful evaluation is needed to diagnose PCOS correctly due to similar symptoms in other conditions, and accurate testosterone level measurement is crucial.

Some conditions mimic PCOS symptoms and need careful diagnosis to treat potentially serious health issues.

PCOS is diagnosed when at least two of these three features are present: polycystic ovaries, irregular ovulation, and high androgen levels.

The patient likely has Chrousos syndrome, a rare condition causing insensitivity to glucocorticoids, requiring high-dose dexamethasone treatment.

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

A woman's rare adrenal tumor caused high testosterone and cortisol levels, which normalized after the tumor was removed.

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).

Possible endocrine disorders caused woman's hair loss and obesity in painting.

Most cases of high male hormone levels in women are due to polycystic ovary syndrome.

Postmenopausal hyperandrogenism, a condition with symptoms like increased hair growth and acne, is usually caused by PCOS but can also be due to other factors. It's diagnosed by checking testosterone levels and treated either by removing the adrenal tumor or through antiandrogen therapy.

A 13-year-old boy with Cushing syndrome has high cortisol levels from a pituitary gland issue and underdeveloped sexual characteristics.

A woman's rare benign tumor that released both cortisol and testosterone was successfully removed, improving her health.

A 13-year-old girl's masculine symptoms improved after surgery for a rare adrenal tumor that produced male hormones.

Skin changes can help diagnose and manage endocrine disorders like thyroid problems, diabetes, and adrenal gland conditions.

Hair loss can indicate underlying systemic diseases and addressing these can sometimes reverse the hair loss.

Excessive hair growth in women often has no known cause and is not linked to race or other hormonal symptoms.

Hormone imbalances can cause specific skin changes, which may help in early detection of endocrine disorders.

The conclusion is that hirsutism should be diagnosed and treated because it affects quality of life and may signal other health problems.

Triamcinolone injections for headaches can cause skin thinning and hair loss.

High glucocorticoids cause pancreatic malfunction and malabsorption, reversible with enzyme supplements.

Diabetes can lead to blindness and skin problems, and managing blood sugar and blood pressure is crucial to prevent these complications.

Skin health and diseases are closely linked to metabolic processes.

Hormone imbalances from endocrine diseases can cause various skin conditions that help diagnose and treat these diseases early.

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

The document concludes that treatment for excessive hair growth depends on the cause, with options including hair removal methods and medications like anti-androgens or insulin-sensitizing drugs.

Recreational drug use can cause misdiagnosed conditions and drug interactions in HIV patients.