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A woman's severe male hormone excess was caused by a small, hard-to-find ovarian tumor.

Certain surgical methods are better than routine incision for hidradenitis suppurativa, topical clindamycin and acitretin are effective treatments, men with HS have a risk of skin cancer, HS patients are more likely to die from heart problems, and specific genetic markers are linked to treatment response.

All women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) in a study had at least one skin disorder, with the most common being excessive hair growth, acne, dark skin patches, hair loss, and oily skin.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) affects 6%-15% of women of reproductive age, causing symptoms like acne and hair loss, and increasing the risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease; it's managed through diet, exercise, and medications like Metformin and hormonal contraceptives.

The follicular unit extraction method for hair transplants is a technique with benefits and drawbacks.

The issue covers reproductive health topics like cancer markers, incontinence treatments, and the impact of pre-term birth.

Hirsutism is a strong sign of high male hormones and metabolic problems in women with PCOS, but acne and hair loss are not.

Low-dose oral contraceptives reduced hair growth and testosterone levels in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.

Diane® is an effective contraceptive that also helps treat acne and mild hair growth issues.

Spironolactone can reduce hair growth and testosterone in hirsutism, but is less effective than combined treatments.

The guideline refines PCOS diagnosis, promotes a healthy lifestyle, reviews treatments, and stresses long-term follow-up.

The update highlights that non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia is common in women with excess male hormones, requires specific hormone tests for diagnosis, and has various treatment options depending on age and symptoms.

The French Endocrine Society suggests diagnosing PCOS with two of three signs, recommends lifestyle changes and clomiphene for treatment, and calls for more research on certain treatments and tests.

For women with moderate to severe unwanted hair growth or acne, birth control pills are the first choice, with other medications like cyproterone, spironolactone, flutamide, or finasteride as alternatives, and permanent hair removal should be done with electrolysis or laser.

Birth control pills can help reduce mild to moderate acne in women.

The document concludes that managing female hyperandrogenism requires a combination of identifying the cause, lifestyle changes, medication, and cosmetic treatments.

PCOS is a complex condition linked to hormonal imbalance and insulin resistance, with weight loss being important for management.

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

Women with PCOS have higher xanthine oxidase activity linked to inflammation and heart disease risks.

Some women with Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia also have Lichen Planopilaris, which can lead to more symptoms and affect hair outside the scalp.

Women with hirsutism have different levels of omentin-1, which may be linked to the condition and its genetic aspects.

The painting of an 18th-century Sicilian baroness shows she had hair loss, possibly due to ovarian issues, insulin resistance, or a specific type of tumor.

The document concludes that proper diagnosis and individualized treatment are crucial for managing androgenization in women effectively.

Estrogen-progestin contraception lowers ovarian, endometrial, and colon cancer risk but may raise breast and cervical cancer risk, helps with menstrual and acne issues, and new methods are as effective as pills. Metformin helps overweight women with PCOS and insulin resistance, and dopamine agonists treat prolactinomas.

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.

Lichen Planus is a less common condition affecting skin and mucous membranes, with various types and associated risk factors, challenging to diagnose, significantly impacts life quality, and may have a risk of cancerous changes in oral lesions.

Women with PCOS are more likely to have impaired glucose tolerance and type 2 diabetes, especially if they are Asian or obese.

A simple screening method found that 6.3% of women in a semiurban area in Sri Lanka have polycystic ovary syndrome, with most showing menstrual irregularities.

High-dose dutasteride reduces PMDD symptoms by stabilizing neurosteroid levels.

Having enough iron improves the effectiveness of a specific hair loss treatment in women.