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

High androgen levels can cause excessive hair growth and may indicate serious health issues, including heart disease and fertility problems.

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

Men can have genetic risks for PCOS-related traits like obesity and diabetes.

Metformin is safe in early pregnancy for women with PCOS and may reduce certain risks.

The vitamin D receptor is involved in multiple body functions beyond calcium regulation, including immune response and rapid reactions not related to gene activity.

Polycystic ovary syndrome costs the U.S. over $4 billion a year, mainly from treating related health issues.

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

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

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

Treating sleep apnea in young obese women with PCOS can improve heart health and insulin sensitivity.

DHT may increase the risk of heart disease and death in elderly men.

Testosterone supplements can increase muscle mass and strength in older men with low levels, but long-term effects and risks need more research.

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.

PCOS in teens is hard to diagnose, linked to genetics and lifestyle, and managed with weight loss and medication.

Women with PCOS often experience anxiety, depression, and a lower quality of life.

Women with PCOS have similar levels of certain proteins compared to women without PCOS, and these proteins don't independently cause PCOS.

Testosterone therapy and surgeries like mastectomy improve transgender men's lives and mental health with low risks and high satisfaction.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome can cause hair loss and skin issues, and early treatment is important for preventing complications.

Chromium supplements don't improve insulin, hormone levels, or cholesterol in women with PCOS but raise testosterone levels.

Cross-sex hormone therapy is important for managing gender dysphoria and requires careful monitoring and healthcare provider education.

PCOS is a common hormonal disorder in women, treated with lifestyle changes, medication, and patient education.

The document concludes that managing PCOS involves treating symptoms, regulating periods, and reducing health risks, with specific medications for fertility and metabolic issues.

A woman with Cushing's syndrome improved after surgery to remove a tumor causing the condition.

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

The document advises health care providers on how to support transgender and gender-diverse youth with appropriate care and referrals.

PCOS increases the risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes in women.

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

Testosterone therapy improves physical function, strength, and body composition in older men with low testosterone levels.

Cushing's syndrome can cause serious health problems, and early treatment is crucial, but some issues may remain after treatment.