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Eating high glycemic foods and drinking milk may worsen acne by increasing insulin and IGF-1 levels.

Capsaicin cream quickly relieved itching in two patients with brachioradial pruritus.

Some men can have female pattern baldness without hormonal abnormalities or signs of feminization.

ADT-G may be a useful indicator of increased androgen levels in women with acne and can be lowered with certain birth control pills.

The document concludes that using LC-MS/MS for measuring androgens is more accurate than older methods, but it needs careful validation and standardized references to be most effective.

Effective hirsutism management requires identifying the cause, combining new and traditional treatments, and setting realistic expectations for patients.

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.

Antiandrogen treatments combined with oral contraceptives can help manage hair growth and hair loss in women with PCOS.

Certain SHBG gene variants, like rs727428, are linked to higher testosterone levels in women with PCOS.

Certain gene variants may contribute to high androgen levels in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.

Women with androgen excess, especially those with PCOS, have a much higher risk of heart disease and stroke.

Women's ovarian hormones and adrenal androgens change throughout life, affecting hair loss and health.

Low-dose finasteride effectively reduces hirsutism without serious side-effects.

Irregular menstrual cycles in teenagers are linked to a higher risk of polycystic ovary syndrome and metabolic syndrome.

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.

Skin symptoms can indicate endocrine disorders and have various treatments.

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 accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment are important for skin problems in women with PCOS.

Metformin improves hair growth and menstrual frequency in women with PCOS and hirsutism.

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

Myo-inositol may be more effective than metformin for inducing ovulation in women with PCOS.

Finasteride is a safe, effective treatment for hirsutism with fewer side effects.

The document concludes that early recognition and treatment of PCOS in adolescents is crucial for managing symptoms and long-term health risks.

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

PCOS affects women's health by increasing the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and reproductive issues.

The conclusion is that the best initial treatment for hirsutism is usually oral contraceptives, with the addition of antiandrogens or insulin sensitizers if needed, and topical eflornithine or laser treatments as supplementary options.

Evaluate postmenopausal women with high androgen levels using medical history, physical exams, lab tests, and imaging to manage health risks.

Insulin resistance contributes to hormone imbalances in many women with polycystic ovary syndrome.

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

Metformin should be used for PCOS mainly in those with glucose intolerance, and has limited benefits for infertility or hirsutism.