research Virilizing Adrenocortical Oncocytoma in a Toddler
A toddler with a rare adrenal gland tumor causing male-like physical changes was successfully treated with surgery.
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research Update on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) affects 6%-15% of women of reproductive age, causing symptoms like acne and hair loss, and increasing the risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease; it's managed through diet, exercise, and medications like Metformin and hormonal contraceptives.
research Acanthosis Nigricans, Insulin Resistance, and Cutaneous Virilism
The conclusion is that there's a link between high testosterone levels, insulin resistance, and certain skin conditions, regardless of obesity.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Other Androgen Excess-Related Conditions: Can Changes in Dietary Intake Make a Difference?
Dietary changes, including weight loss and a balanced diet, are important for managing PCOS, especially in overweight women.
research The Therapeutic Use of Androgens in Women
Testosterone replacement may improve sexual desire and bone health in women with low androgen levels, but more research is needed on its long-term safety.
research Hirsutism
Hirsutism is excessive male-pattern hair growth in women, often caused by hormonal imbalances, and requires ongoing treatment to manage.
research Subclinical Hypothyroidism Does Not Influence the Metabolic and Hormonal Profile of Women with PCOS
Mild thyroid issues don't affect the metabolism and hormones of women with PCOS.
research Safety and Tolerability of Antiepileptic Drugs in Women with Epilepsy: Literature Review and Own Data
Some epilepsy drugs can cause reproductive and cosmetic side effects in women and affect pregnancy, but most women still have healthy babies.
research Hyperadrenocorticism in Ferrets
Hyperadrenocorticism in ferrets is linked to neutering and indoor housing, and is best treated with surgery and a deslorelin implant.
research Local Treatments for Alopecia Areata: An Update
Various local treatments for alopecia areata show promise, but individualized plans and more research are needed.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Anogenital Distance as a Marker of Prenatal Androgenic Environment and Review and Comparison of Diagnostic Criteria
Longer anogenital distance may indicate a higher chance of having polycystic ovary syndrome, and measuring this distance along with hormone levels could improve diagnosis.
research Follicle Hormones
Follicle Stimulating Hormone is important for fertility.
research Pharmacological Control of Reproduction in Dogs and Cats
Different drugs are used to manage breeding, prevent or end pregnancy, and treat reproductive issues in dogs and cats.
research Hibiscus Rosa Sinensis Linn: A Review of Its Medicinal Uses and Pharmacological Effects
Hibiscus Rosa Sinensis Linn is a tropical plant used for various medicinal purposes due to its many beneficial properties and components.
research Spontaneous Lesions of Endangered Geriatric Julia Creek Dunnarts (Sminthopsis Douglasi, Archer 1979) with Emphasis on Reproductive Pathology
Geriatric Julia Creek dunnarts often suffer from reproductive and skin diseases, impacting conservation efforts.
research Sexuality and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with PCOS are more likely to experience sexual dysfunction, but lifestyle changes and weight loss can improve sexual function.
research Female Hyperandrogenism
The document concludes that managing female hyperandrogenism requires a combination of identifying the cause, lifestyle changes, medication, and cosmetic treatments.
research Hormonal Treatment for Skin Androgen-Related Disorders
Hormonal treatments can help with hair loss, acne, and excess hair growth, but it takes 3-6 months to see results and patients should know the possible side effects.
research Severe Hyperandrogenism in a Premenopausal Woman With an Imaging-Negative Leydig Cell Tumor
A woman's severe male hormone excess was caused by a small, hard-to-find ovarian tumor.