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Insulin resistance is linked to high male hormone levels in women, often seen in those with PCOS.

Antiandrogens are the main treatment for hirsutism, with individualized care and safe, affordable options needed.

Korean patients with PCOS often have skin problems like acne and excess hair, with different symptoms based on their specific PCOS type.

Hair loss can indicate underlying systemic diseases and addressing these can sometimes reverse the hair loss.

PCOS is common, affects fertility, and requires personalized treatment to manage symptoms and health risks.

Managing PCOS effectively requires focusing on psychological health, lifestyle changes, and medication.

Experts recommend using evidence-based methods to diagnose and treat hirsutism, focusing on symptoms and underlying causes.

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.

Different scalp and hair disorders are more common in certain ethnic groups, with the most common being androgenetic alopecia, which is treated with medications like minoxidil and finasteride.

The report concludes that PCOS is mainly a condition of excess male hormones and its definition may change as new information is discovered.

Quick treatment of hair disorders in teenage girls is important because of the emotional effects.

Acanthosis nigricans in teenage girls with PCOS is a sign of obesity, not insulin resistance or glucose intolerance.

Antiandrogens and androgen inhibitors like spironolactone, finasteride, and dutasteride can treat hair loss and skin conditions, but they have risks and side effects, including potential harm to pregnant women and risks of cancer and heart issues. Herbal remedies also have antiandrogenic effects but lack safety validation.

Effective hirsutism management requires identifying the cause, combining new and traditional treatments, and setting realistic expectations for patients.

The document explains that hirsutism, often caused by hormonal issues, can be managed with treatment to improve both physical appearance and mental health.

The skin's ability to produce hormones is linked to various skin conditions, and better understanding this process could lead to new treatments.

Skin changes can indicate hormonal imbalances and help diagnose endocrine disorders.

The document is a detailed medical reference on skin and genetic disorders.

Recognizing and managing hirsutism, alopecia, and acne is crucial for improving wellbeing in women with PCOS.

Adult acne is often related to hormonal disorders, especially in women, and may need long-term treatment involving specialists.

Insulin resistance is linked to PCOS and can lead to other health issues, but treatments like metformin can help manage symptoms.

The document concludes that certain genetic mutations and dietary factors are involved in acne development, and treatments like isotretinoin and diet changes can help manage it.

Stress, nutritional issues, and chronic diseases can cause hair loss, and nail changes may signal internal diseases; treatment focuses on the underlying cause.

Some conditions mimic PCOS symptoms and need careful diagnosis to treat potentially serious health issues.

Primary care is key in managing PCOS, focusing on lifestyle changes and medications like birth control and metformin.

The document concludes that Rabson-Mendenhall syndrome requires novel treatments for insulin resistance and emphasizes the importance of dental care in affected patients.

The document concludes that managing PCOS involves treating symptoms and reducing long-term metabolic risks, with lifestyle changes being important.

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

Most women referred for excess male hormone symptoms had polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), with other conditions being less common.

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.