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A team approach is crucial for managing PCOS, with dermatologists playing a key role.

The document says that there are treatments for hair and nail diseases.

A 5 mg dose of transdermal testosterone cream effectively restores testosterone levels in postmenopausal women.

The April 2014 issue of "Fertility and Sterility" discussed various reproductive health topics, including hormone therapy benefits, sperm and genetic factors in male infertility, and the link between PCOS and diabetes.

Amenorrhea is relatively rare and initial testing should check FSH, TSH, and prolactin levels.

Finasteride effectively treats male pattern baldness, improving hair growth and density.

Women with PCOS have similar levels of certain proteins compared to women without PCOS, and these proteins don't independently cause PCOS.

Early treatment and weight management are important for teenagers with PCOS to reduce symptoms and long-term health risks.

Birth control pills increase the risk of blood clots, especially within the first year and with certain types.

The document concludes that identifying the cause of amenorrhea is crucial for proper treatment.

Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia is a genetic disorder with two forms, causing symptoms like early puberty and severe acne, but can be identified through screening and treated with glucocorticoids.

Amenorrhea, or the absence of periods, should be evaluated by age 15 or within five years of early breast development, and is most commonly caused by conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome and hypothalamic amenorrhea.

Amenorrhea is when a woman doesn't have periods, with primary amenorrhea starting by age 15 or within five years of breast development, and secondary amenorrhea when periods stop for three months. It affects 3-4% of women not pregnant, breastfeeding, or in menopause, mainly due to polycystic ovary syndrome, hypothalamic amenorrhea, hyperprolactinemia, and ovarian failure.

Women with irregular periods and/or excessive body hair are more likely to have polycystic ovaries, and this condition is linked to higher health risks.

DHEA acts like a male hormone on rat skin glands and doesn't turn into female hormones there.

Acne is common in women, often hormone-related, negatively affects quality of life, and requires various treatments.

Siblings with signs of virilization should be tested for non-classical congenital adrenal hyperplasia, which does not affect adult height but may impact fertility and well-being if untreated.

Hidradenitis suppurativa is a chronic skin condition more common in women, linked to genetics and lifestyle factors, and associated with various other health issues.

Low-dose anti-androgen drugs and certain drug combinations are effective for hirsutism, and insulin sensitizers show promise, especially for those with polycystic ovarian syndrome.

ARL15 is important for fat cell development and the release of the hormone adiponectin.

Spironolactone is better than placebo for reducing excessive hair growth in women, but its effectiveness for acne is unclear due to small study sizes.

Birth control pills combined with bicalutamide are more effective at reducing excessive hair growth in women with PCOS than birth control pills alone.

COVID-19 may harm male reproductive health and lower testosterone levels, potentially affecting fertility and causing erectile dysfunction. More research is needed.

Hormonal treatments can improve acne, but they come with potential side effects and risks.

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 PCOS have lower ghrelin levels and a weaker response to sugar, which might affect their feeling of fullness and lead to overeating.

Women with PCOS have overall higher body fat, not abnormal fat placement, and more insulin resistance.

The document concludes that new treatments are needed to better manage acne and reduce side effects related to current therapies.

Women with PCOS often have more belly fat and higher insulin levels, but belly fat isn't the only cause of their insulin resistance.

Combining laser hair removal with topical eflornithine is recommended for better results in treating unwanted facial hair.