research A Case of Ovarian Hyperthecosis in a Postmenopausal Woman
A postmenopausal woman's excess male hormone symptoms improved after her ovaries were removed.
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60-90 / 1000+ results 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 Androgenetic Alopecia in a Postmenopausal Woman Due to Ovarian Hyperthecosis
Hair loss in postmenopausal woman caused by ovarian issue.
research Androgenic Alopecia in Postmenopausal Ovarian Hyperthecosis
Hair loss in postmenopausal women due to ovarian hyperthecosis is rare, but removing the ovaries can significantly improve the condition.
research Type B Insulin Resistance Resulting in Hyperthecosis in a Postmenopausal Woman
A woman's severe insulin resistance improved with treatment, but she still had high testosterone levels due to ovarian issues.
research Leydig Cell Tumor: A Rare Cause of Postmenopausal Hyperandrogenism
Leydig cell tumors can cause high testosterone and symptoms like hair loss in postmenopausal women, but surgery can improve these symptoms.
research Female Hyperandrogenism
Female hyperandrogenism is a condition caused by too much male hormones, leading to skin issues and ovulation problems, often due to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, and is treated based on individual symptoms.
research Leydig Cell Tumor: A Rare Cause of Post-Menopausal Hyperandrogenism
Leydig cell tumors can cause high testosterone and symptoms in postmenopausal women, and removing them improves symptoms.
research Hyperandrogenism Caused by Leydig Cell Tumor of the Ovary
A woman's excess male hormone symptoms were caused by a rare benign tumor in her ovary.
research Hair Loss in Women: Female Androgenetic Alopecia and Female Pattern Hair Loss
The document concludes that hair loss in women can be treated with topical treatments or hormone therapy depending on the cause.
research Hyperandrogenism After Menopause
A postmenopausal woman's increased male hormone levels were successfully treated with surgery.
research Ovarian Stromal Hyperthecosis and Hyperandrogenemia Refractory to Hormonal Suppression
Removing both ovaries may better treat increased male hormone levels and related symptoms in postmenopausal women when hormone therapy doesn't work.
research Cardiovascular Risk Factors and Events in Women with Androgen Excess
Women with androgen excess, especially those with PCOS, have a much higher risk of heart disease and stroke.
research Endocrinology Update: Hirsutism
Hirsutism involves excessive hair growth due to hormonal issues and can be treated with medication or surgery.
research Testosterone Secreting Ovarian Tumor: A Rare Cause of Erythrocytosis and Pulmonary Embolus
A rare ovarian tumor that produced testosterone caused a blood clot in the lungs and increased red blood cells in a woman.
research Sertoli-Leydig Cell Tumor: A Rare Cause of Androgenic Alopecia in Postmenopausal Women
A rare ovarian tumor caused hair loss in a post-menopausal woman, which almost completely stopped after surgery.
research A 1.6cm Androgen Secreting Ovarian Leydig Cell Tumor Evades Detection on Multiple Imaging Modalities
A woman's small ovarian tumor causing high androgen levels was missed by several scans but found during surgery.
research Alterations in Hair Follicle Dynamics in Women
Hormonal changes after childbirth and menopause can lead to women's hair loss and facial hair growth, with a need for better treatments.
research Case 33-2015
The woman's surgery lowered her testosterone and improved scalp hair loss but did not change her excessive body hair.
research Occult Ovarian Leydig Cell Tumor: When Laboratory Tells More Than Imaging
Blood tests can detect ovarian Leydig cell tumors when scans don't, and surgery can confirm and treat these tumors.
research Androgenic Alopecia and Hirsutism in a 73-Year-Old Woman: Careful Re-Evaluation of Normal Imaging Findings May Lead to a Rare Diagnosis
A 73-year-old woman's unusual hair loss and growth led to the discovery of a rare condition causing too much testosterone, which improved after her ovaries were removed.
research Effect of High Levels of Testosterone on Cardiovascular Risk in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
High testosterone increases heart disease risk in women with PCOS.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Comprehensive Overview
The document concludes that effectively managing PCOS requires a multifaceted approach.
research Comprehensive Overview of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common condition in women that can cause metabolic, reproductive, and psychological issues, and requires lifestyle changes and medication for management.
research Clinical Case Seminar: Postmenopausal Androgen Excess - Challenges in Diagnostic Work-Up and Management of Ovarian Thecosis
The conclusion is that removing both ovaries is the best treatment for excess male hormones in postmenopausal women, with medication as another option, and managing insulin resistance is important for diagnosis and treatment.
research Persistent Poor Metabolic Profile in Postmenopausal Women With Ovarian Hyperandrogenism After Testosterone Level Normalization
Postmenopausal women with hyperandrogenism didn't have better metabolic health even after their testosterone levels became normal.
research A Comprehensive Approach in Diagnosing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The document concludes that diagnosing PCOS requires a thorough approach, considering various symptoms and risks, and calls for improved methods to identify PCOS types and prevent diabetes.
research Rotterdam Criteria–Based Diagnostic Subtype Is Not a Strong Predictor of Cutaneous Phenotype in Patients With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Cross-Sectional Study
The type of PCOS a woman has doesn't strongly predict her skin or metabolic symptoms; obesity is a more important factor.
research Ovarian Leydig Cell Hyperplasia as a Rare Cause of Hair Loss in a Postmenopausal Female Patient: A Case Report and Diagnostic Approach Toward Postmenopausal Hyperandrogenism
An 84-year-old woman's hair loss was due to a rare condition called Leydig cell hyperplasia, which was treated with surgery.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Detailed Examination and Management Strategies
PCOS is a genetic disorder affecting women's reproductive health, with treatments focused on symptoms like insulin resistance and fertility.