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Eating 500 fewer calories a day and making lifestyle changes can improve PCOS symptoms and reduce diabetes risk; more research is needed on its causes and treatments.

Finasteride causes temporary cell death in BPH tissues.

PCOS affects a similar percentage of Black and White women in the Southeastern United States.

Spironolactone treatment increases the amount of testosterone available in the body.

Thyroid hormones help hair grow, reduce hair loss, and increase hair pigment.

Testosterone replacement may help some postmenopausal women with symptoms like fatigue and low libido, but more research is needed to fully understand its effects.

Spironolactone most effective for hirsutism, but has side effects.

Certain genetic variations in the AR and ERβ genes can affect androgen levels in women.

PCOS is often linked to insulin resistance and obesity, and weight loss can improve symptoms.

Finasteride reduces hair growth and is safe for women with excessive hair.

The nafarelin test can reliably distinguish between gonadotropin deficiency and delayed puberty in teenage boys.

Finasteride doesn't affect erections much, but may decrease libido in men.

A woman with a rare adrenal tumor and hormonal disorder had improved testosterone levels after surgery, but her menstrual irregularities continued.

Patients with PCOS tend to score their hirsutism higher than clinicians, making self-scoring less useful for diagnosis.

The article explains how to identify and treat excessive hair growth in women, which can be distressing and may signal other health problems.

MK-386 and finasteride together effectively reduce DHT levels, potentially treating acne and male pattern baldness.

Lifestyle changes and clomiphene are first-line treatments for infertility in women with PCOS, with other options available if these fail.

Manage PCOS in primary care with weight loss, psychological support, medication, and monitoring for health risks.

Decanoic acid may help treat PCOS by reducing androgen levels and improving glucose sensitivity.

Birth control pills and anti-androgen medications help manage hair growth, acne, and hair loss in women with PCOS.

PCOS often causes skin issues like excess hair, acne, and hair loss, needing early treatment.

PCOS is linked to a higher risk of endometrial cancer but not ovarian or breast cancer, and more research is needed on its role in cancer development and treatment effects.

The patient with autoimmune hypothyroidism improved after treatment for thyroid and associated conditions.

The document concludes that personalized treatment, including lifestyle changes and medication, is essential for managing PCOS in teenagers, while also addressing their psychological well-being.

Insulin resistance is linked to PCOS and can lead to other health issues, but treatments like metformin can help manage symptoms.

The bulletin provides guidelines for diagnosing and managing PCOS, suggesting weight loss, hormonal contraceptives, and diabetes screening, with clomiphene for infertility and various treatments for excess hair.

Exposure to too much androgen before birth might cause polycystic ovary syndrome later in life.

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 helps manage polycystic ovary syndrome by improving insulin resistance and ovulation, but more research is needed on its full effects.

People with PCOS, especially if obese, often have NAFLD, linked to obesity, insulin resistance, and high androgen levels.