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Hormone treatments for transgender individuals generally improve mental health and physical transition, with some health risks that require medical supervision.

Premature ovarian insufficiency (POI) can harm women's sexual health, and they may benefit from hormone therapy and counseling.

DHEA may help with sexual function when used intravaginally by menopausal women but is similar to hormone therapy in other aspects and might cause more side effects like acne and hair loss.

The document concludes that hormone therapy is essential for treating gender dysphoria, with specific drugs and monitoring protocols recommended for safety and effectiveness.

Hormonal changes and psychological issues can cause sexual dysfunction in postmenopausal women. Behavioral therapy is recommended first, with hormone replacement helping some symptoms but not libido. Testosterone can improve libido, but its effects on overall sexual function are unclear. Emotional and relationship issues should be addressed before using medication, and the benefits and risks of testosterone supplementation should be considered.

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

Certain genetic variations are linked to increased androgen levels in PCOS, but more research is needed to understand these connections fully.

Most cases of excessive hair growth in women are caused by polycystic ovarian syndrome and are linked to higher free testosterone levels.

Acne and increased body hair in teenage girls are normal but severe cases may need hormone evaluation and treatment can prevent diabetes linked to PCO.

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.

Vitamin D and estrogen may help protect heart and kidney health, and maintaining sufficient vitamin D levels could be especially beneficial for African Americans, postmenopausal women, and people with chronic kidney disease.

Cyproterone acetate with ethinyl estradiol is effective for treating skin symptoms related to high androgen levels, like in PCOS.

Melatonin may help manage PCOS by improving insulin sensitivity, hormone balance, and mood.

Women with PCOS often have metabolic issues like insulin resistance and a higher risk of diabetes and abnormal lipid levels.

Women with PCOS often have insulin resistance, abnormal lipid levels, and a higher risk of diabetes and heart disease; lifestyle changes and medication like metformin can help manage these risks.

A woman with acne and baldness was found to have a rare ovarian condition but successfully had a child through fertility treatment.

The document concludes that individualized treatment and lifestyle changes are important for managing menopause symptoms and health risks.

Woman with diabetes had hair loss due to rare ovarian tumor; surgery improved hair growth.

The document concludes that various cosmetic and drug treatments are available for hirsutism, and some new drugs show promise.

The conclusion is that a more comprehensive and precise approach is needed for diagnosing PCOS to address its broader health risks.

PCOS starts in adolescence with hormonal issues, leading to adult health problems, and early treatment is crucial.

Menopause reduces skin collagen and elasticity, and while estrogen therapy can help, its risks require careful consideration.

Antiandrogens can help treat skin conditions like acne and excessive hair in women when used carefully.

The document concludes that Functional Hypothalamic Amenorrhea should be carefully diagnosed and managed to prevent health complications, using lifestyle changes and specific medications.

The article concludes that hormonal therapy is an effective long-term acne treatment, even for those without hormonal imbalances.

The European Society of Endocrinology advises individualized long-term management for PCOS, focusing on lifestyle changes, accurate diagnosis, and treatments for associated health risks and symptoms.

High doses of finasteride cause cell growth and tumors in mice.

Some breast cancer patients developed permanent hair loss after chemotherapy and hormonal therapy, showing patterns similar to common baldness and alopecia areata.

Diagnosing PCOS in teenagers is hard because its symptoms often look like normal puberty, and there's a need for better diagnosis methods and agreement on criteria.

Finasteride and metformin both help treat PCOS, but using them together works best.