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Some birth control pills can cause hair loss, and switching to ones with less androgen should help.

Middle-aged women with PCOS often continue to experience symptoms related to high androgen levels, like unwanted hair growth.

Certain gene variants may contribute to high androgen levels in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.

Birth control pills with low-dose estrogen and antiandrogenic progestins can effectively treat acne.

The document concludes that more research is needed to fully understand the causes of PCOS.

Women with PCOS have more depression and stress due to high androgen levels, not obesity or insulin resistance.

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.

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.

Women with irregular periods should be checked for PCOS and treated early to prevent complications, with birth control pills helping to manage symptoms.

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.

Hormonal imbalances during menopause may significantly contribute to Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia.

Dietary changes, including weight loss and a balanced diet, are important for managing PCOS, especially in overweight women.

The document concludes that diagnosing PCOS requires a thorough approach, considering various symptoms and risks, and calls for improved methods to identify PCOS types and prevent diabetes.

SHBG may be a useful early indicator and treatment target for PCOS.

Testosterone therapy seems safe for postmenopausal women for a few years, but more research is needed for long-term effects.

PSA can help diagnose high androgen levels in women.

New hormonal contraceptives are safer, have fewer side effects, and offer health benefits for women.

Diagnosing and treating PCOS is complex due to differing criteria and requires a team approach.

The conclusion is that while oral contraceptive pills are effective for PCOS-related high androgen levels, new treatments with fewer side effects are needed.

Women with androgen excess, especially those with PCOS, have a much higher risk of heart disease and stroke.

Prostate-specific antigen may be a new marker for excess male hormones in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.

Birth control pills and anti-androgen medications help manage hair growth, acne, and hair loss in women with PCOS.

Lifestyle changes can improve body composition, excess male hormone levels, and insulin resistance in women with PCOS.

Combined oral contraceptives improve skin, hormone levels, and quality of life in women with PCOS.

PCOS causes infertility mainly due to hormonal imbalances, insulin resistance, and chronic inflammation.

The guidelines advise against using testosterone and DHEA in women for most conditions due to safety and effectiveness concerns, but suggest considering testosterone for postmenopausal women with low sexual desire.

The document concludes that treating androgen excess needs patience, managing expectations is important, and many drugs used are not officially approved, suggesting cosmetic options for mild cases.

Androgen therapy might help some women with low libido, but it has risks and should be used carefully.

The guide recommends specific methods for diagnosing PCOS and various treatments for its symptoms, while considering the health impacts on adolescents.

Certain genetic variations are linked to increased androgen levels in PCOS, but more research is needed to understand these connections fully.