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A postmenopausal woman's virilization was caused by a rare ovarian tumor that was hard to detect but was successfully treated with surgery.

A woman's high testosterone levels were caused by a rare ovarian tumor, not the initially diagnosed condition.

A 68-year-old woman developed male traits due to a tumor in her ovary, which was removed, returning her hormone levels to normal.

High levels of male hormones in women without tumors are linked to metabolic problems and can be treated with metformin.

A woman's severe male-like symptoms were caused by a rare, benign tumor in her ovary that produced male hormones.

Genetic testing for cancer risk can lead to early and life-saving treatments in people without symptoms.

Removing one ovary helped treat a woman's severe PCOS symptoms when medicine didn't work.

A woman's male-like physical changes were caused by two rare ovarian conditions.

A woman's pelvic pain and bleeding led to finding and successfully treating a rare benign tumor in her reproductive system.

The review highlights the need for more research on transgender dermatology, the role of dermatologists in gender affirmation, and the effects of hormone therapy on skin and hair.

The guideline recommends mental health involvement in diagnosing gender identity disorder and outlines hormone and surgical treatment protocols, emphasizing safety, informed consent, and long-term monitoring.

PCOS affects about 4% of women in the southeastern U.S. equally across Black and White populations.

Uterine transplants for transgender women are feasible but need more research.

The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of male and female gonadal disorders is crucial for effective treatment and better patient outcomes.

PCOS affects a similar percentage of Black and White women in the Southeastern United States.

A postmenopausal woman's high testosterone levels and symptoms improved after removing a tumor from her ovary.

Many women experience sexual dysfunction, but few seek help, and better treatment and medical training are needed.

Obesity greatly affects polycystic ovarian syndrome, and losing weight should be the first treatment for obese patients to improve their chances of ovulation and pregnancy.

Laparoscopic ovarian drilling helps infertile women with PCOS by improving menstrual regularity, ovulation, and chances of conception, and by changing hormone levels.

A boy's hair loss improved after tumor removal and vitamin D treatment, but hair loss returned despite normal vitamin D and no tumor regrowth.

PCOS is a hormonal disorder causing symptoms like irregular periods and acne, and increases the risk of diabetes and heart disease.

Different treatments for PCOS focus on the specific symptoms, with weight loss and lifestyle changes being important.

Losing 5-10% body weight can improve PCOS symptoms, letrozole is better than clomiphene for fertility, and managing weight and blood sugar is important to reduce pregnancy complications.

Understanding Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and its causes can lead to effective treatments.

Lifestyle changes are the first step in treating infertility in PCOS, followed by medications like clomiphene and metformin, and then surgery if needed.

Women with PCOS may take longer to get pregnant but can have a normal family size, and should manage their overall health to reduce long-term health risks.

The document suggests various treatments for PCOS, including medication for menstrual issues, insulin resistance, and excess hair, as well as fertility treatments, while highlighting the need for personalized care and lifestyle changes.

Over half of patients had hair loss after weight-loss surgery, especially women, linked to low zinc and vitamin B12 levels.

The case showed the need for quick investigation of virilization in women and how emotional health is linked to physical health.

A woman with anorexia and Cushing's syndrome improved after tumor removal, highlighting the need to consider hormonal issues in psychiatric conditions.