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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.

To diagnose Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, two out of three signs—irregular periods, high male hormone levels, or cysts on the ovaries—are needed.

Excessive hair growth can be assessed by history, exam, and blood tests, and treated with medication like dexamethasone, birth control pills, and spironolactone.

Women with epilepsy should be monitored for reproductive issues, which can be caused by epilepsy or its treatments, especially when using valproate.

Epilepsy and certain epilepsy drugs can lead to reproductive problems in women, but changing medication might improve these issues.

The conclusion suggests that PCOS may persist due to genetic traits that, while harmful for female fertility, could have provided survival and reproductive benefits to males.

Most pregnant women experience skin darkening and hair changes, with these effects usually going away after giving birth.

The document concludes that accurate diagnosis and treatment of scalp itch require differentiating between various conditions using a proposed five-step evaluation process.

Hirsutism is common body hair growth due to genetics and hormones, and while not a disease, it can be distressing; virilisation includes hirsutism with other male traits and needs medical attention.

The perception of excessive hair growth in women as abnormal is more influenced by cultural norms than by medical reasons.

Herpes gestationis is linked to certain antigens, atopic eczema affects T cell populations and may be eased by breastfeeding, higher doses of anti-androgen treatment can improve androgenic alopecia, topical minoxidil increases hair thickness, long-term methotrexate therapy can cause liver fibrosis in psoriasis patients, and Lichen Sclerosus et Atrophicus patients aren't at higher risk for autoimmune disorders.

The oral contraceptive ethinylestradiol/chlormadinone acetate is effective in reducing acne and improving other skin conditions related to high androgen levels.

European dermatologic treatments focus on lifestyle and psychosocial factors, use diverse methods like baths and climate therapy, and emphasize the importance of diet and supplements for skin health.

Acne significantly affects mental health and quality of life, with research suggesting hormonal and genetic factors in its development and emphasizing early treatment to prevent scarring.

Hirsutism is more linked to high androgen levels than acne or hair loss, and a mix of hormonal tests is best for diagnosis; certain treatments can reduce symptoms.

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

Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia is a rare inherited disease causing hormone imbalances, affecting growth, fertility, and heart health, diagnosed through blood tests and treated with medication and lifestyle changes.

Transgender patients in critical care need better-trained medical staff and specific guidelines.

Glycyrrhizic acid from sweet licorice can effectively remove hair without skin irritation.

Oral estradiol works for many transgender women but needs personalized dosing and monitoring.

Acne is a common skin condition linked to diet, hormones, and genetics, and early treatment can prevent scarring.

Chemotherapy can cause skin problems like hair loss, mouth sores, and skin darkening, and recognizing these can affect treatment decisions.

Most pregnant women experience skin changes like darkening and itching, while serious skin conditions are rare but need early treatment.

Erectile dysfunction is increasingly common in men under 40, with many physical and psychological causes, and various treatment options available.

Hair sensitivity to androgens is partly controlled by specific enzyme expressions in different hair areas.

Bee venom might be a good alternative treatment for various skin conditions because it has many healing properties.

New markers and pathways have been found in skin tumors, helping better understand and diagnose them.

Iodides can cause skin issues like acne and other health problems.

Quadruple-coated probiotics significantly improve IBS symptoms.

The document concludes that accurate diagnosis and management of PCOS are crucial due to its associated health risks.