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Many women in southern China have polycystic ovary syndrome, with some symptoms differing from Western women.

A simple screening method found that 6.3% of women in a semiurban area in Sri Lanka have polycystic ovary syndrome, with most showing menstrual irregularities.

Most women with PCOS have high levels of male hormones, and free testosterone is the best marker for this.

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.

Adult female acne treatment should be personalized, considering individual preferences and pregnancy, using various topical and oral medications while managing side effects and resistance.

Combining liraglutide and metformin helps obese women with PCOS who didn't lose weight on metformin alone to lose more weight.

Women with PCOS are more than twice as likely to develop nonalcoholic fatty liver disease.

People with PCOS, especially if obese, often have NAFLD, linked to obesity, insulin resistance, and high androgen levels.

Flutamide may slightly improve hair loss in women, but finasteride does not work.

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.

Hormonal treatments, including birth control and antiandrogens, can effectively treat acne in women.

A new gene mutation causes female pseudohermaphroditism due to glucocorticoid resistance.

Women with PCOS have more body fat and thicker fat layers in certain abdominal areas than women without PCOS.

The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment of Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia are crucial for preventing serious health issues and improving patient outcomes.

PCOS is a common hormonal disorder in women, marked by symptoms like hair growth and menstrual issues, and requires personalized treatment.

Effective hair loss treatment in women requires correct diagnosis and can include medications like minoxidil, antiandrogens, and treatments for underlying conditions like PCOS.

Hormonal treatments can help with acne, especially in women, by lowering androgen levels or blocking their effects.

Spironolactone can cause side effects like irregular bleeding, but lower doses may reduce these effects and still improve hirsutism.

Spironolactone effectively reduces hair growth in women with hirsutism and is generally well-tolerated.

Hormonal treatments can help with acne but are not the first choice due to side effects and the need for careful patient selection.

Finasteride, CPA, and flutamide are all equally effective in reducing excessive hair growth in women.

Male hormones are important for hair and oil gland development and can cause conditions like excessive hair growth and acne.

Treatment of acromegaly can improve women's reproductive health issues caused by hormonal imbalances or tumors.

Low-dose gonadotropin treatment is effective for infertility in women with PCOS, leading to high ovulation rates and comparable pregnancy rates with fewer complications.

Polycystic ovarian shape is a genetic sign of PCOS and its hormonal and metabolic features can be inherited.

Some treatments, like corticosteroids and sensitizing agents, can help with alopecia areata, but more high-quality research is needed.

Many young women who donate blood have hormonal disorders like excess male hormones and PCOS.

PCOS affects women's health by increasing the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and reproductive issues.

Women with PCOS often feel stigmatized and have mood issues, which can lower their sexual satisfaction, but proper treatment and support can help.

Hirsutism is excessive hair growth in women often caused by polycystic ovarian syndrome, and identifying the cause is important for managing associated health risks.