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A 12-year-old girl with very high testosterone and insulin resistance improved with birth control pills, suggesting PCOS can cause high testosterone without tumors.

A woman's mature cystic teratoma caused her virilization by producing testosterone.

A woman's male-like symptoms and high testosterone were due to ovarian hilus-cell hyperplasia, which improved after surgery.

An 84-year-old woman's hair loss was due to a rare condition called Leydig cell hyperplasia, which was treated with surgery.

PCOS is common in young women, especially those aged 21-30, and often involves symptoms like irregular periods, weight gain, and acne.

A woman's adrenal tumor disappeared after treatment with cyproterone acetate.

PCOS is a complex disorder managed by treating symptoms and requires a team of specialists.

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

Women with acne after adolescence are more likely to have PCOS and should be checked for it.

Ovarian stromal hyperplasia can cause high testosterone in postmenopausal women and is treated by removing the ovaries.

A woman's high testosterone levels and related symptoms improved after ovary removal surgery.

Amenorrhea is when a woman doesn't have periods, with primary amenorrhea starting by age 15 or within five years of breast development, and secondary amenorrhea when periods stop for three months. It affects 3-4% of women not pregnant, breastfeeding, or in menopause, mainly due to polycystic ovary syndrome, hypothalamic amenorrhea, hyperprolactinemia, and ovarian failure.

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

Non-invasive imaging helped diagnose a woman's severe hormone imbalance and diabetes, and medication successfully treated her condition.

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

The conclusion is that hirsutism should be diagnosed and treated because it affects quality of life and may signal other health problems.

The document concludes that identifying the cause of amenorrhea is crucial for proper treatment.

The conclusion is that accurately identifying the cause of high androgen levels in women with PCOS is crucial and requires specific tests.

Hormonal treatments can improve acne, but they come with potential side effects and risks.

Amenorrhea, or the absence of periods, should be evaluated by age 15 or within five years of early breast development, and is most commonly caused by conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome and hypothalamic amenorrhea.

Excessive hair growth in women can be harmless or signal serious health issues, and treatment often includes medication and hair removal, with noticeable results after 3-6 months.

Some conditions mimic PCOS symptoms and need careful diagnosis to treat potentially serious health issues.

The woman's surgery lowered her testosterone and improved scalp hair loss but did not change her excessive body hair.

Hirsutism is mainly caused by high androgen levels or sensitivity, with PCOS being the most common cause.

Diagnosing and treating PCOS is complex due to differing criteria and requires a team approach.

Hormone imbalances can cause specific skin changes, which may help in early detection of endocrine disorders.

The document explains that hirsutism, often caused by hormonal issues, can be managed with treatment to improve both physical appearance and mental health.

Some heart drugs show promise for other conditions, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness and safety.

The document concludes that HAIR-AN syndrome should be considered when a patient shows severe hyperandrogenism and insulin resistance after excluding tumors.

Hormonal therapy is effective for treating acne in adult women, especially with signs of high androgen levels.