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Diagnosing PCOS in teenagers is challenging and should use strict criteria to avoid misdiagnosis and unnecessary worry.

Metformin helps manage polycystic ovary syndrome by improving insulin resistance and ovulation, but more research is needed on its full effects.

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.

Metformin is effective for treating excessive hair growth in women with PCOS and may work better than the standard treatment in some ways.

Women with PCOS are more likely to have impaired glucose tolerance and type 2 diabetes, especially if they are Asian or obese.

Spironolactone is a safe and effective treatment for reducing excessive hair growth in women.

Menopause can lead to skin and hair problems due to hormonal changes, but hormone replacement therapy might help slow these effects.

Lower doses of treatments for hirsutism and acne in PCOS are effective and cause fewer side effects.

Women with PCOS have a higher risk of diabetes and heart problems, especially when they get older.

Masculine facial features may not reliably indicate heritable health, and more research is needed.

The conclusion is that PCOS is caused by ovarian sensitivity to hormones and disrupted hormone control, possibly due to ovarian factors, and more research is needed.

Obesity worsens PCOS symptoms, and PCOS may lead to more weight gain; managing both requires a holistic approach that includes mental health.

Diffuse alopecia in women may be related to androgens and iron deficiency, and basic hormone and nutrient screening is useful.

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

Women with PCOS and higher androgen levels are more likely to have fatty liver disease.

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.

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.

Cyproterone acetate-estrogen most effective for hirsutism, but consider side effects and patient needs.

High-dose dutasteride reduces PMDD symptoms by stabilizing neurosteroid levels.

Finasteride with oral contraceptive helps improve hair loss in premenopausal women.

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.

The document concludes that proper diagnosis and a multidisciplinary approach are crucial for managing Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia effectively.

Too much male hormone is the main cause of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.

Obesity increases the risk of developing polycystic ovary syndrome, and weight loss can improve the condition.

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

Eating 500 fewer calories a day and making lifestyle changes can improve PCOS symptoms and reduce diabetes risk; more research is needed on its causes and treatments.

New hormonal contraceptives are safer, have fewer side effects, and offer health benefits for women.

The document concludes that hirsutism is the main sign for diagnosing hyperandrogenism, which requires a detailed patient history and physical exam.