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

Primary care for PCOS focuses on lifestyle changes, medication based on symptoms, and mental health, with diabetes screening and specialist referral for severe cases.

Polycystic ovary syndrome is a complex condition that affects women's mental, reproductive, and metabolic health throughout their lives.

High levels of male hormones, insulin resistance, and obesity are closely linked and worsen polycystic ovary syndrome, but more research is needed to improve treatments.

Lower doses of treatments for hirsutism and acne in PCOS are effective and cause fewer side effects.

PCOS starts in adolescence with hormonal issues, leading to adult health problems, and early treatment is crucial.

Certain medications including flutamide, spironolactone, and others effectively reduce excessive hair growth in women, especially when combined with lifestyle changes.

Early treatment and lifestyle changes are important for managing PCOS in young people to prevent long-term health issues.

Combining letrozole with metformin is the most effective treatment for inducing pregnancy in women with PCOS.

The document concludes that PCOS in adolescents is complex and requires comprehensive care to manage its symptoms and associated health risks.

The document concludes that more research is needed to include new treatments in guidelines for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS).

The document concludes that effectively managing PCOS requires a multifaceted approach.

The conclusion is that the best initial treatment for hirsutism is usually oral contraceptives, with the addition of antiandrogens or insulin sensitizers if needed, and topical eflornithine or laser treatments as supplementary options.

Hirsutism can be caused by various conditions besides PCOS, and it's important to treat the underlying issue and manage symptoms with medication and cosmetic approaches.

People often struggle to consistently use contraceptives and other medications, and long-acting options might be better for those who want to avoid daily doses.

Certain hormone treatments can improve acne and related conditions in women.

Individualized treatment plans, including lifestyle changes and specific medications, are crucial for managing PCOS in adolescents.

The 2023 guideline for PCOS suggests using updated diagnostic criteria, assessing related health risks, and recommends lifestyle changes and specific treatments for symptoms and fertility issues.

Hirsutism, excessive hair growth in women, is often caused by polycystic ovarian syndrome and is treated by targeting the cause, lifestyle changes, and medication.

PCOS is managed by lifestyle changes and personalized medication to improve symptoms and fertility.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common but often undiagnosed disorder in women that can cause irregular periods, infertility, and other symptoms, and can be managed with lifestyle changes, medication, and sometimes surgery.

Anti-androgens can help manage some PCOS symptoms better than metformin but are not more effective than placebos or birth control pills for other symptoms.

PCOS is a genetic disorder affecting women's reproductive health, with treatments focused on symptoms like insulin resistance and fertility.

Taking low-dose spironolactone and metformin together works better for PCOS symptoms than either drug alone.

Spironolactone with an oral contraceptive improved hair growth in women with hirsutism.

The guideline refines PCOS diagnosis, promotes a healthy lifestyle, reviews treatments, and stresses long-term follow-up.

Effective treatments for male pattern baldness include oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, while topical minoxidil is best for female pattern baldness.

Women have a higher risk of blood clots from hormonal factors and need careful treatment, especially during pregnancy.

Local testosterone treatment improved sexual desire in a female with fragile X syndrome.

Insulin sensitizers may slightly reduce hirsutism but are less effective than other treatments.