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PCOS is a hormonal disorder causing symptoms like irregular periods and acne, and increases the risk of diabetes and heart disease.

Young women with PCOS have a higher risk of high blood pressure and metabolic syndrome, but these risks may decrease after age 40.

Short telomeres contribute to aging and cancer, and while telomerase can delay aging, it may also promote cancer.

Obese Hispanic women with PCOS are at higher risk for metabolic problems than non-Hispanic white women.

The document concludes that careful history and physical exams are crucial for accurately diagnosing polycystic ovary syndrome and distinguishing it from other similar conditions.

New treatments for low male hormones improved sexual function and mood but had unclear risks, especially for older men.

Two new compounds can block androgen receptor activity in different ways and may lead to new treatments for androgen-related diseases.

Healthcare providers should start with simple fertility tests and treatments before referring patients to specialists.

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

The guidelines advise against using testosterone and DHEA in women for most conditions due to safety and effectiveness concerns, but suggest considering testosterone for postmenopausal women with low sexual desire.

Plant steroid hormones show growth, health, and medicinal benefits in various organisms, including potential for treating diseases.

Finasteride exposure harms tadpole reproduction and hormone balance.

PCOS affects about 4% of women in the southeastern U.S. equally across Black and White populations.

People with PCOS, especially if obese, often have NAFLD, linked to obesity, insulin resistance, and high androgen levels.

Low oxygen conditions improve how well certain stem cells from embryos can make hair grow longer and faster.

Manage women's cholesterol with diet, exercise, and careful treatment choices, especially during pregnancy, PCOS, and menopause.

Finasteride effectively treats hair loss and enlarged prostate in men, with mild side effects.

Mice without the enzyme HSD17B3 still produce normal testosterone, suggesting they have different ways to make it compared to humans.

Certain gene variations might help protect against insulin resistance and glucose intolerance in people with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.

New treatments for PCOS show promise, but no current medication treats all aspects of the condition.

Nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia is a common genetic disorder that can cause a range of symptoms and requires personalized treatment.

Metformin and rosiglitazone improve blood vessel function in women with PCOS, with metformin also reducing insulin resistance and testosterone levels.

Isotretinoin can cause serious birth defects and needs careful use, especially in pregnant women.

The report concludes that PCOS is mainly a condition of excess male hormones and its definition may change as new information is discovered.

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

Women with PCOS have similar levels of certain proteins compared to women without PCOS, and these proteins don't independently cause PCOS.

Eating isoflavone can help mice grow hair by increasing a growth factor.

Certain inhibitors can potentially treat prostate cancer and other hormone-dependent conditions by controlling sex hormone levels in cells.

After chemotherapy for a gestational trophoblastic tumor, normal pregnancy rates are possible, but there's a slightly higher risk of the tumor reoccurring in future pregnancies.

Women with type 1 diabetes often have polycystic ovary syndrome and excess male hormones, which are frequently undiagnosed.