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New information suggests that metformin might help more women with PCOS and infertility, not just those with glucose issues.

Myo-inositol plus α-lactalbumin works better than myo-inositol alone for improving symptoms of PCOS.

The hypothesis suggests that PCOS may start early in life due to genetic and environmental factors, influencing future reproductive and metabolic problems.

Finasteride treats enlarged prostate, shrinks it, improves urination, but may cause sexual dysfunction and isn't for women or children.

Lack or blocking of SRD5a, a key component in hormone creation, can lead to conditions like pseudohermaphrodism and affect hair growth, bone mass, muscle strength, and reproductive health. More research is needed on its regulation from fertilization to adulthood.

Insulin-lowering medications show promise for PCOS symptoms but can't be the main treatment yet due to limited long-term research.

Changing the diagnosis criteria for PCOS might miss women at risk for related health issues.

PCOS is a common hormonal disorder with symptoms like irregular periods and excess hair growth, managed with lifestyle changes and medications.

The 2003 consensus updated PCOS diagnosis criteria and highlighted increased risks of diabetes and heart disease for those affected.

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

5α reductase inhibitors treat hair loss but may cause sexual side effects and risks.

Low testosterone and 5α-reductase inhibitors can harm men's metabolic and sexual health; testosterone therapy may help, but discussing 5α-RIs' side effects is important.

Girls with PCOS during adolescence have a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes, and early treatment can help manage this risk.

PCOS lowers quality of life, causing issues like obesity, infertility, and menstrual problems.

PCOS is linked to diabetes and insulin resistance, and managing AGEs may help treat related symptoms.

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

Most women with excess male hormones have Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, and hormonal therapy can improve symptoms but may cause side effects.

About 3% of high school girls aged 14-18 in Isfahan, Iran, have polycystic ovary syndrome.

Menstrual disorders are common in adolescents and can be influenced by weight, activity, and health issues, requiring careful evaluation and more research for effective treatment.

Doctors should know how to diagnose and treat PCOS, which often involves checking for high male hormone levels and using medications to manage symptoms.

PCOS may start before birth, involves metabolic issues, and can be treated with drugs like metformin and lifestyle changes.

Women with PCOS often have more sleep problems than the general population.

Minoxidil can stop the growth of ovarian cancer cells without harming the heart.

Finasteride shows promise for treating hair loss and excessive hair growth, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness and safety.

Combination therapy with oral contraceptives and spironolactone improves hair growth, menstrual issues, and acne in women with PCOS.

Finasteride safely treats hair loss without harming hormones or reproduction, but may slightly reduce sexual function.

Urologic diseases and treatments in older men can negatively affect fertility, and doctors should talk to patients about this.

Women with congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) have more sexual function issues than those with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), but physical activity can improve sexual functioning in all women.

Menopause often leads to lower sexual desire and discomfort during sex, but treatment should be personalized and only if it bothers the woman.

Women with PCOS and higher BMI, especially those with morbid obesity, are at greater risk for depression.