research Endocrine Evaluation of Hirsutism
Women with excessive male-pattern hair growth should get a full hormone check-up to find and treat any underlying issues, considering both medical and emotional aspects.
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research Hormonal Therapy for Acne
Hormones, especially androgens, play a key role in causing acne, and treatments like hormone control pills and hormone-blocking medications can help.
research Intracrinology and the Skin
DHEA stimulates skin oil glands and could help postmenopausal women, with potential for acne and excessive hair growth treatments.
research Is Dehydroepiandrosterone a Hormone?
Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) is a prohormone important for producing sex steroids and has potential health benefits.
research A Case of Androgen-Secreting Adrenal Carcinoma with Non-Classical Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
A woman with a rare adrenal tumor and hormonal disorder had improved testosterone levels after surgery, but her menstrual irregularities continued.
research Acne and Systemic Disease
Hormones, especially androgens, play a key role in acne, which can be a symptom of systemic diseases like PCOS and may require targeted treatment.
research Androgen Effects on the Skin
Androgens like testosterone affect skin health and can lead to conditions such as acne and hair loss, with various treatments available.
research Management of Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia During Pregnancy
With careful management, people with congenital adrenal hyperplasia can have successful pregnancies and become parents.
research Testosterone-Secreting Tumor or Insulin Resistance? Metformin as a Diagnostic and Therapeutic Trial
Metformin can help diagnose and treat high testosterone levels in women, often due to insulin resistance rather than a tumor.
research Serum Preptin and Amylin Levels with Respect to Body Mass Index in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Patients
Women with PCOS have lower amylin levels, which are not related to their body weight.
research The HAIR-AN Syndrome: A Report of a Misdiagnosed Case with Unfortunate Outcome
A misdiagnosed case of HAIR-AN syndrome led to unnecessary surgeries and highlighted the importance of correct diagnosis and treatment.
research Ovarian Hemangioma With Stromal Luteinization
The removed ovarian tumor was a rare type of blood vessel tumor that improved the patient's symptoms and hormone levels after surgery.
research Diabetes in a Bearded Woman
A woman's diabetes improved after removing ovarian tumors that caused high testosterone levels.
research Ovarian and Adrenal Androgens and Their Link to High Human Chorionic Gonadotropin Levels: A Prospective Controlled Study
Women with a certain type of tumor had higher levels of pregnancy hormone and male hormones, which decreased after treatment.
research Efficacy of Azadirachta Indica and Zingiber Officinale on Hirsutism in Polycystic Ovarian Disease: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Neem and Zanjabeel are as effective as standard drugs for treating hirsutism in PCOD patients.
research Virilizing Ovarian Steroid Cell Tumor in a 40-Year-Old South Indian Female: A Case Report
A woman's masculine symptoms were caused by an ovarian tumor, which improved after surgery.
research Sertoli-Leydig Cell Ovarian Tumor: A Rare Cause of Virilization and Androgenic Alopecia
A rare ovarian tumor caused high testosterone, hair loss, and missed periods, but surgery fixed these issues and led to pregnancy.
research Postmenopausal Virilization: Rare Case of an Ovarian Tumor Not Easily Identified on Imaging
An ovarian tumor caused a woman's male-like symptoms, which improved after surgery.
research Androgenic Alopecia in Post-Menopausal Female: A Clinical Presentation
A postmenopausal woman with hair loss and hirsutism improved after surgery to remove an ovarian tumor.
research ACP Broadsheet 131: March 1992. Hirsute Women: Should They Be Investigated?
Most women with excess hair growth need only a clinical evaluation and minimal tests unless they show signs of virilism.
research Cyproterone Acetate for Hirsutism
Cyproterone acetate with estradiol may subjectively improve excessive hair growth in women, but it's not clinically better than other treatments.
research Ovarian Surgery for Symptom Relief in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Ovarian drilling surgery is not clearly better than medical treatments for PCOS symptoms.
research A Hairy Situation: Ovarian Sex Cord Stromal Tumor As A Rare Cause Of Hyperandrogenism
A rare ovarian tumor caused high testosterone and excess hair in a woman, which was resolved after tumor removal.
research Endocrinopathies and Other Disorders Inducing a Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Phenotype
Some conditions mimic PCOS symptoms and need careful diagnosis to treat potentially serious health issues.
research Ovarian Morphology Is Associated With Insulin Resistance In Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Cross-Sectional Study
Larger ovarian size is linked to higher insulin resistance in women with PCOS.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Literature Review With a Focus on Diagnosis, Pathophysiology, and Management
PCOS requires personalized treatment to improve life quality and reduce health risks.
research Ovarian Vein Sampling, and Serum and Urine Testosterone Monitoring in Ovarian Leydig Cell Tumors: A Report of Two Cases
Ovarian vein sampling helped diagnose rare ovarian tumors causing high testosterone, and surgery to remove the tumors lowered the testosterone levels.
research Comparative Management Methods for Adolescents With Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Systematic Review
Individualized treatment plans, including lifestyle changes and specific medications, are crucial for managing PCOS in adolescents.
research Role of Metformin in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): Related Infertility
Metformin helps reduce PCOS-related infertility by improving insulin sensitivity and inducing ovulation.
research Ovarian Hypertension: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is linked to higher risk of hypertension and heart disease.