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Diagnosing PCOS in teenagers should focus on signs of excess male hormones and not rely solely on ovarian ultrasound or irregular periods, and should be reassessed in adulthood.

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

Women's hair loss can be due to hormonal changes and various conditions, with treatments focusing on stopping progression and managing symptoms.

Testosterone Replacement Therapy can improve sexual health in postmenopausal women with low sexual desire, but more research is needed on its long-term effects.

The conclusion is that while oral contraceptive pills are effective for PCOS-related high androgen levels, new treatments with fewer side effects are needed.

Women with excessive hair growth often have hormonal issues and need medical advice and treatment.

Understanding how DHT works is important for diagnosing and treating hormone-related disorders.

Hormones affect prostate health and disease, with certain hormone imbalances linked to prostate cancer and benign prostatic hyperplasia.

Testing for CAG repeat polymorphism in the androgen receptor gene is not currently recommended for managing hypogonadism.

Higher enzyme levels found in women with hair loss, suggesting hormone imbalance.

Androgens and androgen receptors are important for metabolic health, affecting how the body uses glucose and fats through mitochondrial function.

The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of male and female gonadal disorders is crucial for effective treatment and better patient outcomes.

Environmental, chemical, mechanical, and personal health factors can all damage hair and contribute to hair loss or changes in hair quality.

New genes and pathways are important for testosterone production and male sexual development.

Postmenopausal hyperandrogenism, a condition with symptoms like increased hair growth and acne, is usually caused by PCOS but can also be due to other factors. It's diagnosed by checking testosterone levels and treated either by removing the adrenal tumor or through antiandrogen therapy.

Long-term use of finasteride and dutasteride can cause serious health issues like diabetes and liver problems.

Acanthosis nigricans is a skin condition that may indicate a higher risk for insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes, and more research is needed to understand and treat it.

Early diagnosis and individualized treatment improve outcomes for Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia.

Hormones like androgens, estrogen, thyroid hormones, and stress hormones can contribute to hair loss, and treatments target these hormonal imbalances.

Understanding the cause of bitemporal hair loss is key to deciding the right treatment.

Hormone imbalances can cause specific skin changes, which may help in early detection of endocrine disorders.

The document concludes that diagnosing and treating Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia is complex and requires a team approach due to its effects on the skin and other symptoms.

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

Excessive hair growth in women, often from high androgen levels, is usually caused by PCOS, and can be treated with hair removal, medication, and possibly weight loss.

The chapter explains the causes of excessive hair growth and masculinization in women and how to measure hormone levels related to these conditions.

Acne is linked to inflammation and insulin resistance, and is associated with various syndromes that require different treatments.

Androgens play a role in female sexual function, and testosterone therapy can help women with low sexual desire, but more research is needed on treatments and long-term safety.

5α‐reductase isozymes are crucial for prostate development and health, and targeting them can help prevent and treat prostate issues.

Hormonal imbalances can cause skin and hair problems in women, and treatments that block male hormones can help.

Male hormones, particularly DHT, are linked to male pattern hair loss, and treatments like finasteride can help, but they don't work for postmenopausal women's hair loss, which may have different causes.