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A woman with Cushing's syndrome improved after surgery to remove an adrenal tumor.

The document concludes that a systematic approach is crucial to identify causes of androgen excess in women beyond the most common cause, Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

Girls with PCOS have higher levels of certain androgens, which are linked to excess hair growth, but these androgens don't help diagnose PCOS.

Depression in women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is linked to insulin resistance and hyperandrogenism, and managing these can help reduce depression. Lifestyle changes and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy can be effective treatments.

The treatment effectively reduced hair growth and was safe for patients with PCOS, but it needs better bleeding control.

Hirsutism in women often indicates a hormonal imbalance and can be managed with a combination of hormonal treatments and hair removal methods.

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

The research found that polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) has two distinct types, with one having more severe hormone and insulin issues.

Treatment with a hormone agonist can reduce excess male hormones in postmenopausal women without surgery.

Finasteride reduces dihydrotestosterone, increases testosterone, and may treat hirsutism in women.

A woman's significant hair loss was linked to rapid weight loss and hormone injections.

The combination therapy reduced hirsutism in women with PCOD and was well-tolerated.

Dutasteride more effectively lowers DHT levels in men with enlarged prostates than finasteride.

The document concludes that treating female hair loss should target reducing excess androgen and blocking its effects on hair follicles, with the best treatments being hormonal therapy, adrenal suppression, and topical minoxidil.

Long-term testosterone therapy can cause hormone suppression, affect prostate and heart health, and alter physical characteristics, but does not increase prostate cancer risk and needs more research for full risk assessment.

Removing both ovaries may better treat increased male hormone levels and related symptoms in postmenopausal women when hormone therapy doesn't work.

Most women with excess hair growth have an underlying hormonal issue, often treated with medication and hair removal methods.

Effective hair loss treatment in women requires correct diagnosis and can include medications like minoxidil, antiandrogens, and treatments for underlying conditions like PCOS.

Treating hirsutism in women often requires a mix of medications and cosmetic methods for best results.

Hormones, especially androgens, play a key role in causing acne, and treatments like hormone control pills and hormone-blocking medications can help.

Rapid weight loss can cause temporary hair loss, but hair usually grows back.

Too much male hormone is the main cause of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.

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.

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

Hirsutism is excessive male-pattern hair growth in women, often caused by hormonal imbalances, and requires ongoing treatment to manage.

The conclusion is that accurately identifying the cause of high androgen levels in women with PCOS is crucial and requires specific tests.

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

The research found that MRI and certain hormone levels can help tell apart ovarian tumors from hyperthecosis in postmenopausal women, but tissue analysis is still needed for a definite diagnosis.

Androgen excess disorders in women were effectively treated with spironolactone, estrogen, and dexamethasone.

Early medical support for transgender youth is important for their health, with low regret for gender-affirming hormone use and a need for knowledgeable care providers.