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The French Endocrine Society suggests diagnosing PCOS with two of three signs, recommends lifestyle changes and clomiphene for treatment, and calls for more research on certain treatments and tests.

Most adult females with acne do not have hormonal imbalances, but some show signs of excess male hormones.

A 27-year-old with APS-1 showed improvement in symptoms after treatment.

A woman with acromegaloidism and normal growth hormone levels had a rare X-Tetrasomy, suggesting a need to study X-chromosome genes for their role in growth and facial development.

PCOS is a common condition in women that causes various symptoms and health issues, treatable with lifestyle changes and medication.

Hormonal therapy is effective for treating acne in adult women, especially with signs of high androgen levels.

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

A simple screening method found that 6.3% of women in a semiurban area in Sri Lanka have polycystic ovary syndrome, with most showing menstrual irregularities.

Adrenal disorders can cause lasting brain and behavior issues in children.

A boy with GAPO syndrome had hair loss similar to male pattern baldness without hormone issues, possibly due to skin or blood vessel problems.

The conclusion is that PCOS is caused by ovarian sensitivity to hormones and disrupted hormone control, possibly due to ovarian factors, and more research is needed.

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

Finasteride affects urinary steroid profiles and can potentially hide steroid abuse in sports drug testing.

Severe insulin resistance can be managed with medication, lifestyle changes, and treatment for related conditions.

The document concludes that hirsutism is the main sign for diagnosing hyperandrogenism, which requires a detailed patient history and physical exam.

Acne affects most teenagers and can continue into adulthood, with various treatments available that show improvement but have concerns like antibiotic resistance and side effects.

Acne severity in women with PCOS is linked to younger age, lower body weight, and more body hair, but not to hormone levels.

Women with irregular periods and/or excessive body hair are more likely to have polycystic ovaries, and this condition is linked to higher health risks.

Siblings with signs of virilization should be tested for non-classical congenital adrenal hyperplasia, which does not affect adult height but may impact fertility and well-being if untreated.

5α-reductase is essential for male sexual development and its inhibitors have potential in treating various conditions related to hormone action.

The medication combination did not affect glucose tolerance but increased some cholesterol levels due to its estrogen component.

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

Hormonal antiandrogen therapy for acne is underused and can reduce the need for antibiotics.

Antiandrogens have important biological effects, but more research is needed to understand them fully and compare their effectiveness and side effects to other treatments.

The document concludes that PCOS is a complex disorder caused by both genetic and environmental factors, affecting women's health in various ways, and requires personalized treatment.

The document describes a treatment for excessive hair growth in a teenage girl using medication and birth control, but does not report the results.

Low-dose anti-androgen drugs and certain drug combinations are effective for hirsutism, and insulin sensitizers show promise, especially for those with polycystic ovarian syndrome.

THA is a rare condition with no significant clinical consequences if thyroid function is normal.

FAI values above 6.4 may suggest high androgen levels and increased metabolic risks in Chinese women of reproductive age.

Spironolactone is better than placebo for reducing excessive hair growth in women, but its effectiveness for acne is unclear due to small study sizes.