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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder in women that can cause infertility and other health issues, and it may be improved by treatments that increase insulin sensitivity.

Experts agree that PCOS affects women's health in complex ways, but more research is needed to understand and treat it effectively.

The document concludes with guidance for doctors on diagnosing and treating hirsutism effectively and safely.

Effective treatment for skin issues in women with PCOS includes oral contraceptives, antiandrogens, and other medications and procedures.

Hirsutism in women often indicates health issues like polycystic ovarian syndrome and is treated with lifestyle changes, medication, and cosmetic measures.

Removing both ovaries can treat increased testosterone and related symptoms in postmenopausal women with ovarian hyperthecosis.

Ovarian hyperthecosis should be considered in young women with severe male-like symptoms and can be managed with hormone treatments.

Most treatments for hair loss in 1997 were not effective for most people, and maintaining hair growth was difficult.

Hormonal treatments are effective for severe or persistent acne and should be used with other acne therapies, considering potential side effects.

Monitoring for adverse effects in clinical treatments is crucial.

Most women with too much androgens have PCOS, which can be managed with birth control pills, medication for hair growth, and fertility treatments, and losing weight helps too.

Hormone therapy for excessive hair growth is as good with GnRHa as with high-dose CPA, but GnRHa has longer-lasting results.

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

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) often leads to severe acne, and lifestyle changes and hormonal treatments can help manage it.

Testosterone treatment effectively causes male physical development in transgender male adolescents but may lead to side effects like acne, higher BMI and blood pressure, lower good cholesterol, and decreased bone density.

GnRH analogue can help diagnose ovarian causes of high testosterone in postmenopausal women when scans don't show the cause.

Medical castration in prostate cancer patients can increase the risk of serious heart rhythm problems, so it's important to monitor heart activity during treatment.

Treating early puberty with hormone therapy may increase the risk of polycystic ovary syndrome in adults.

GnRH analogues are effective for diagnosing and treating female androgen excess, offering a non-surgical option.

Hormone therapy for trans individuals is effective and generally safe in the short term.

Antiandrogens, particularly flutamide and CPA, are most effective for treating hirsutism, with long-term use needed for best results.

Cross-sex hormone therapy is important for managing gender dysphoria and requires careful monitoring and healthcare provider education.

Hormone treatment for transgender patients may not need to be stopped before surgery, but more research is needed, especially on estrogen.

Certain hormone treatments can improve acne and related conditions in women.

Hormone therapy for prostate cancer can increase heart risks, especially in men with heart conditions.

Different substances that activate or block the androgen receptor can affect male development and treat conditions like prostate cancer.

Hormone therapy in transgender individuals can increase acne and affect hair growth and loss.

Hormonal treatments are effective as a second-line option for moderate-to-severe acne in females, but should be used with caution due to health risks.

Transgender patients need proper skin care, especially when undergoing hormone treatments, to manage issues like acne and hair loss.

Hormone therapy for transgender females increases the risk of blood clots and requires careful dosing, monitoring, and lifelong management.