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

Women with epilepsy should be monitored for reproductive issues, which can be caused by epilepsy or its treatments, especially when using valproate.

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

Epilepsy and certain epilepsy drugs can lead to reproductive problems in women, but changing medication might improve these issues.

Certain gene variants in estrogen receptors are linked to polycystic ovary syndrome, mainly affecting metabolism, in Tunisian women.

Primary care is key in managing PCOS, focusing on lifestyle changes and medications like birth control and metformin.

Vitamin D might help regulate insulin in the body, but taking Vitamin D supplements doesn't clearly prevent or improve type 2 diabetes. More research is needed.

The GH-IGF-I axis is likely involved in the hormonal imbalances seen in non-obese women with functional hyperandrogenism.

High levels of male hormones and irregular periods best predict how well PCOS patients will respond to metformin treatment.

South Asian women with PCOS are more likely to have metabolic issues and central obesity, and simple measures like waist size and blood pressure can help identify these risks early.

Metformin helps regulate menstrual cycles, induce ovulation, and improve pregnancy outcomes in women with PCOS.

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

Anti-androgens can help manage some PCOS symptoms better than metformin but are not more effective than placebos or birth control pills for other symptoms.

The guidelines help doctors diagnose and treat hormone-related disorders in women.

Ovarian drilling surgery is not clearly better than medical treatments for PCOS symptoms.

The IRS-2 Asp/Asp genotype may increase the risk of PCOS in Chinese women, especially if they are not obese.

Metformin and rosiglitazone both improved insulin use and hormonal symptoms in women with PCOS.

Women with PCOS are more likely to have insulin resistance and obesity, especially those with the most severe type I PCOS.

Insulin resistance in women with PCOS can lead to serious health issues, but lifestyle changes and certain medications can help manage symptoms.

Girls with PCOS during adolescence have a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes, and early treatment can help manage this risk.

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

Isotretinoin improves severe acne without changing androgen or insulin levels but may increase body weight and triglycerides.

Certain genetic variations in OCT1 may improve insulin sensitivity with metformin in women with PCOS.

The document suggests various treatments for PCOS, including medication for menstrual issues, insulin resistance, and excess hair, as well as fertility treatments, while highlighting the need for personalized care and lifestyle changes.

Too much male hormone is the main cause of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.

Women with PCOS who have low SHBG are more likely to have low good cholesterol and metabolic syndrome.

Women with the NIH type of PCOS have more obesity and higher risk of diabetes and heart disease than those with other types of PCOS.

Hirsutism in women often indicates a hormonal imbalance and can be managed with a combination of hormonal treatments and hair removal methods.

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

Most women with excess hair growth have an underlying hormonal issue, often treated with medication and hair removal methods.