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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 review suggests that a special cell-derived treatment shows promise for various skin conditions and hair growth but needs more research for confirmation.

Women's ovarian hormones and adrenal androgens change throughout life, affecting hair loss and health.

Improving insulin sensitivity and weight loss can help manage polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

Young women with high male hormone levels or PCOS often feel more psychological distress and have a lower quality of life.

Higher levels of the protein Pannexin-1 may play a role in hair loss in women with PCOS.

Testosterone therapy can improve sexual desire and function in postmenopausal women but should be used cautiously and not based solely on testosterone levels.

The document concludes that managing PCOS involves treating symptoms, regulating periods, and reducing health risks, with specific medications for fertility and metabolic issues.

Small hormonal imbalances can cause significant health problems, so more sensitive testing for hormone-disrupting chemicals is needed.

A woman was the first known case to have both polycystic ovary syndrome and autoimmune polyglandular syndrome type 2, suggesting a need to check for both conditions in similar patients.

The Endocrine Society advised against routine testosterone therapy for women, citing a need for more research on long-term safety and a clear definition of androgen deficiency.

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

Androgen therapy can help with symptoms like low libido in women, but more research is needed to understand its long-term safety and effects on health.

Some plant-based treatments may help with ovary function, insulin resistance, and excess male hormones in PCOS, but more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.

Metabolic syndrome and PCOS are related but separate conditions, with metabolic syndrome increasing the risk of heart disease and diabetes.

Small changes in hormones can significantly impact health, showing the importance of sensitive testing for chemicals that disrupt hormones.

Hormonal therapies are safe and effective for treating acne in female adolescents, with specific treatments for those with endocrine disorders.

Obesity leads to physical, metabolic, reproductive issues, higher healthcare costs, and mental health problems.

Women with PCOS may have a higher risk of respiratory and ear infections due to slower nasal mucociliary clearance.

Stress, hypothyroidism, drug intake, and anemia are important factors in women's diffuse hair loss.

The IRS-2 Asp/Asp genotype may increase the risk of PCOS in Chinese women, especially if they are not obese.

Women with PCOS have lower adiponectin hormone levels and are more likely to have insulin resistance.

Eating fewer calories, less sugar and refined carbs, and more low-glycemic and omega-3 rich foods can help manage PCOS symptoms.

Women with PCOS have more emotional and body image issues than healthy women.

Most adult women with PCOS in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, have high levels of bad fats in their blood, especially younger women.

Orlistat helped reduce weight and testosterone in obese women with PCOS but did not significantly affect other androgens or cholesterol levels.

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.

CBG may help with various medical conditions but needs more human research to confirm safety and effectiveness.

Healthcare providers should start with simple fertility tests and treatments before referring patients to specialists.

The document concludes that hirsutism can be managed with various treatments tailored to the individual, potentially improving quality of life.