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The guide recommends specific methods for diagnosing PCOS and various treatments for its symptoms, while considering the health impacts on adolescents.

Metformin helps with menstrual cycles and insulin levels in PCOS but is less effective for hair growth, diabetes prevention, and weight loss, and may improve fertility and reduce diabetes risk.

Acne affects most teenagers and can continue into adulthood, with various treatments available that show improvement but have concerns like antibiotic resistance and side effects.

Iron deficiency may be related to hair loss, but there's not enough evidence to recommend iron screening or supplements for all hair loss patients.

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.

Oxidative stress contributes to hair graying and loss as we age.

Finasteride effectively treats baldness but may cause sexual side effects.

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

Hair ages due to genetics and environmental factors, leading to graying and thinning, with treatments available for some conditions.

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

The conclusion is that early diagnosis and a multi-system treatment approach are crucial for managing PCOS and its associated health risks.

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

Alpha-hydroxy acids, like glycolic acid, safely improve skin issues and work on all skin types.

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

Testosterone therapy seems safe for postmenopausal women for a few years, but more research is needed for long-term effects.

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

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

Women with PCOS often have skin problems like excessive hair, acne, hair loss, and dark patches, which can be treated with hormonal and non-hormonal therapies.

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

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

Minoxidil and finasteride are effective for male hair loss, minoxidil for female hair loss, and various treatments like corticosteroids work for alopecia areata; treatment should be tailored to the individual.

PCOS in teens is hard to diagnose, linked to genetics and lifestyle, and managed with weight loss and medication.

Androgens cause skin issues like acne and hair growth in women, often due to PCOS, and can be treated with medication and lifestyle changes.

Women with acromegaly often have irregular periods due to hormone imbalances and growth hormone effects.

Multiple treatments work best for hair loss.

The research found that anovulatory young women have higher androgen and hormone levels than those who ovulate, suggesting immature hormonal regulation rather than a specific condition.

Asian hair loss differs from Europeans; consider individual needs and psychological well-being for treatment.

Minoxidil 2% and 5% are common treatments for female pattern hair loss, with other options including anti-androgens, oral contraceptives, and hair transplantation.

Hormonal treatments are effective for severe or persistent acne and should be used with other acne therapies, considering potential side effects.