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Men's hair loss is not linked to their sex hormone levels, except for lower DHEAS in those with hair loss.

Androgen therapy can help with symptoms like low libido in women, but more research is needed to understand its long-term safety and effects on health.

Maintaining sexual health after menopause is possible with patient approaches, hormone supplements, and therapy, despite needing more research.

Two women with very high androgen levels had only slight skin issues, one due to a non-classical adrenal disorder and the other due to an adrenal tumor.

Diagnose and manage hair issues in women by checking medical conditions and using personalized treatments.

Minoxidil, a common hair loss treatment, might work by counteracting a hormone that reduces hair growth and promotes hair loss.

Orlistat helped reduce weight and testosterone in obese women with PCOS but did not significantly affect other androgens or cholesterol levels.

Continuing education programs significantly increased rural nurse practitioners' knowledge about PCOS.

3α, 17β-androstanediol-glucuronide is not a useful marker for androgen excess but may help monitor certain treatments.

Women with PCOS have higher hair cortisol levels, which are linked to worse metabolic and inflammatory conditions.

Venous catheterization may help diagnose the cause of female hyperandrogenism when imaging is unclear.

Ovarian stromal hyperplasia can cause high testosterone in postmenopausal women and is treated by removing the ovaries.

A rare ovarian tumor caused high testosterone in a postmenopausal woman, resolved by surgery.

The case highlights the complexity of diagnosing high testosterone in older women and the need for thorough testing.

A thorough diagnostic process and teamwork are crucial for managing complex hyperandrogenism in postmenopausal women.

PCOS is a complex condition that affects women's hormonal balance and metabolism, requiring lifestyle changes and medical management.

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.

A woman's small ovarian tumor causing high androgen levels was missed by several scans but found during surgery.

A woman's severe hormone imbalance after menopause led to finding a rare ovarian tumor, treated by surgery.

Non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia (NCCAH) can mimic PCOS and requires genetic testing for proper diagnosis and treatment.

A man's low testosterone and related symptoms improved after he stopped taking hair loss drugs.

Dermatologists can help diagnose endocrine disorders like PCOS and metabolic syndrome by looking at skin symptoms.

Men and women experience skin aging differently due to changes in sex hormone levels with age.

Exposure to certain sex hormones can increase health risks, while some hormone therapies may offer benefits for specific conditions.

Spironolactone with an oral contraceptive improved hair growth in women with hirsutism.

Hirsute women with ovarian-sourced hirsutism are more likely to have irregular periods, with higher BMI and altered hormone ratios.

PCOS is a complex condition with major health impacts, needing more research for better diagnosis and treatment.

Male hormones may play a role in the development of heart disease, and more research is needed to understand their effects.

Human skin makes sexual hormones that affect hair growth, skin health, and healing; too much can cause acne and hair loss, while treatments can manage these conditions.

Blocking the enzyme 5α-reductase can shrink the prostate and help treat enlarged prostate issues.