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The 2003 consensus updated PCOS diagnosis criteria and highlighted increased risks of diabetes and heart disease for those affected.

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.

Polycystic ovary syndrome costs the U.S. over $4 billion a year, mainly from treating related health issues.

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

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

Most women with PCOS have high levels of male hormones, and free testosterone is the best marker for this.

The conclusion is that early diagnosis and a multi-system treatment approach are crucial for managing PCOS and its associated health risks.

Women with PCOS have more body fat and thicker fat layers in certain abdominal areas than women without PCOS.

Eating 500 fewer calories a day and making lifestyle changes can improve PCOS symptoms and reduce diabetes risk; more research is needed on its causes and treatments.

Minoxidil promotes hair growth in women with early-stage alopecia.

Taking low-dose spironolactone and metformin together works better for PCOS symptoms than either drug alone.

Finasteride effectively reduces hair growth in women with idiopathic hirsutism, but requires careful contraception during treatment.

Polycystic ovarian shape is a genetic sign of PCOS and its hormonal and metabolic features can be inherited.

PCOS is a common hormonal disorder in women, treated with lifestyle changes and medications like hormonal contraceptives and metformin.

No cure for female pattern hair loss, but various effective treatments exist.

The conclusion is that published guidelines are improving transgender medical care, but more research and education in transgender medicine are needed.

The transscrotal testosterone patch normalizes hormone levels in men with AIDS and weight loss but does not improve weight, body mass, or quality of life.

Diane 35 plus finasteride is more effective for treating hirsutism.

Metabolic syndrome and PCOS are related but separate conditions, with metabolic syndrome increasing the risk of heart disease and diabetes.

Dermatologists play a key role in treating skin symptoms of PCOS like dark patches, excess hair, acne, and hair loss.

Metformin combined with lifestyle changes improves insulin resistance and reduces testosterone levels in women with PCOS more than lifestyle changes alone.

Women with PCOS are more likely to have sleep apnea, mainly if they are obese.

About 13% of women had idiopathic hirsutism and 8.5% had polycystic ovary syndrome in a group of Iranian women.

Women with PCOS often have hair loss, which is linked to acne or excess body hair but not to worse hormone or metabolic issues.

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

Lifestyle changes are the main treatment for PCOS, which is a complex condition requiring early management to reduce its health impacts.

Women with polycystic ovary syndrome tend to have a longer distance between the clitoris and anus.

About 8.5% of women in Salvador, Brazil, have Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.

Some plant-derived compounds may help with hormonal conditions, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.

The document suggests that clinical trials for PCOS should focus on meaningful primary outcomes like live birth rates, rather than less reliable surrogate markers.