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Diagnosing PCOS in teenage girls is tricky and requires careful evaluation and management.

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

Biotin supplements are unnecessary for most people but may help with certain conditions like biotin deficiency, brittle nails, and some hair loss.

Treating PCOS is complex, involving medication like metformin and lifestyle changes, and requires attention to mental health due to high depression and anxiety rates.

Testosterone therapy can improve sexual function in women but long-term safety is unclear.

Men with androgenetic alopecia may have a higher risk of metabolic syndrome.

A new gene mutation causes insulin resistance in a girl and her mother.

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

Children with classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia have thicker heart fat and more heart and blood vessel risk factors, especially if their condition is not well-controlled.

Male pattern baldness, especially the vertex type, could be an early sign of cardiovascular risk factors like high cholesterol and diabetes.

Men with common hair loss (AGA) are more likely to have metabolic syndrome, which increases heart disease risk. Early screening could help prevent heart disease. More research is needed to understand this relationship better.

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

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

The European Society of Endocrinology advises individualized long-term management for PCOS, focusing on lifestyle changes, accurate diagnosis, and treatments for associated health risks and symptoms.

Androgen deprivation therapy for prostate cancer can cause sexual, physical, and psychological side effects, and doctors should manage these carefully.

Insulin resistance and obesity are key factors in the development and worsening of polycystic ovary syndrome, and lifestyle changes are important for managing it.

Metformin is effective for treating excessive hair growth in women with PCOS and may work better than the standard treatment in some ways.

Hormone treatments for transgender individuals generally improve mental health and physical transition, with some health risks that require medical supervision.

Adult female acne treatment should be personalized, considering individual preferences and pregnancy, using various topical and oral medications while managing side effects and resistance.

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

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

PCOS affects women's health by increasing the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and reproductive issues.

Acne is caused by genetics, diet, hormones, and bacteria, with treatments not yet curative.

Both ruxolitinib and tofacitinib are effective and safe for treating severe alopecia areata, but relapses are common.

Isotretinoin's effects and side effects, like birth defects and depression, might be due to it causing cell death in various cells.

Oral contraceptives help treat hyperandrogenic disorders, improving symptoms like excessive hair and acne.

Different treatments for alopecia areata have varying success rates and side effects; intralesional steroids are most effective.

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

Systemic glucocorticosteroids are a primary treatment for various skin conditions but require careful management due to potential side effects and relapses.

Metformin improves menstrual cycles and hormone levels in women with PCOS, mostly within the first 6 months.