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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.

The document concludes that hirsutism can be managed with various treatments tailored to the individual, potentially improving quality of life.

Early treatment of acne is crucial to prevent scarring and psychological effects.

PCOS is a complex condition linked to hormonal imbalance and insulin resistance, with weight loss being important for management.

Low dose finasteride decreases certain steroids, possibly increasing depression risk.

PCOS affects many women, causing various symptoms and health risks, and is managed through lifestyle changes, medication, and support groups.

Doctors should recognize and treat PCOS early in primary care to manage symptoms and lower risk of other health issues.

The document concludes that managing PCOS requires a comprehensive approach, including lifestyle changes and medication, to improve symptoms and reduce health risks.

PCOS is diagnosed when at least two of these three features are present: polycystic ovaries, irregular ovulation, and high androgen levels.

Hormonal changes and psychological issues can cause sexual dysfunction in postmenopausal women. Behavioral therapy is recommended first, with hormone replacement helping some symptoms but not libido. Testosterone can improve libido, but its effects on overall sexual function are unclear. Emotional and relationship issues should be addressed before using medication, and the benefits and risks of testosterone supplementation should be considered.

Small hormonal imbalances can cause significant health problems, so more sensitive testing for hormone-disrupting chemicals is needed.

PCOD mainly affects young women, causing symptoms like irregular periods and weight gain, with mixed success from lifestyle changes and medication.

GnRH analogues are effective for diagnosing and treating female androgen excess, offering a non-surgical option.

Metformin helps reduce PCOS-related infertility by improving insulin sensitivity and inducing ovulation.

PCOS affects nearly 25% of female medical and dental students, impacting their academic and social lives.

An unusual growth of Leydig cells in a woman's ovaries caused her excessive hair growth, which was treated successfully with surgery.

The document does not determine if adults with aphallia are fertile.

PCOS is a major cause of infertility in women of childbearing age.

A man with Isaac's syndrome affecting only one side of his body improved after immune system-targeted treatment.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder in women that can cause infertility and other health issues, and it may be improved by treatments that increase insulin sensitivity.

New partnerships, clinical trials, and drug approvals marked progress in therapeutic delivery in July 2018.

Only minoxidil and finasteride are FDA-approved for hair loss, with other treatments available but less effective or with side effects.

Post-finasteride Syndrome causes lasting negative effects, but more research is needed for treatment and risk evaluation.

Heredity and hormones cause common hair loss, and topical minoxidil is the first recommended treatment.

PCOS in lean women is a serious health condition with implications beyond fertility, affecting metabolism and increasing cardiovascular disease risk.

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

PCOS has a strong genetic basis, but more research is needed to fully understand it.

Women with nonclassical congenital adrenal hyperplasia may have a higher risk of fertility issues and miscarriages, and should get genetic counseling.

The document explains hair and nail biology, common hair loss conditions and treatments, oral and genital skin diseases, and the risks and treatments associated with squamous cell carcinoma.

PCOS and related metabolic issues often run in families.