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Clinical signs of excess male hormones and actual hormone levels in the blood do not always match in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.

Most women with PCOS have high levels of male hormones, and free testosterone is the best marker for this.

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

The document concludes that hirsutism is the main sign for diagnosing hyperandrogenism, which requires a detailed patient history and physical exam.

Certain genes and X chromosome patterns may significantly contribute to the development of hair loss.

Adult female acne is a complex condition that can worsen with menopause, requiring holistic treatment and tailored skincare at different life stages.

Orlistat helped reduce weight and testosterone in obese women with PCOS but did not significantly affect other androgens or cholesterol levels.

Vitamin D deficiency is common in women with PCOS and linked to some metabolic problems, but not the main cause of their metabolic issues.

Dosing time affects finasteride's effectiveness and safety in rats.

Androgen levels do not determine the type of PCOS symptoms in young females.

Ultrasound measurement of the ovarian stroma to total area ratio is not a reliable single predictor of high male hormone levels in Thai women with PCOS, but works better when combined with clinical signs.

Taking metformin with intense-pulsed-light therapy improves hair removal for people with PCOS.

About 2.2% of women with symptoms of high male hormones have a mild form of congenital adrenal hyperplasia, and measuring a specific hormone level can accurately diagnose it.

Higher androgen levels do not cause baldness in men.

Androgen therapy can help with symptoms like low libido in women, but more research is needed to understand its long-term safety and effects on health.

Excessive body hair in women can be caused by various conditions and treated with medication like Diane® 35 or androgen blockers.

The modified Ferriman-Gallwey method is a useful tool for diagnosing hirsutism.

Prostate-specific antigen may be a new marker for excess male hormones in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.

Isotretinoin improves severe acne without changing androgen or insulin levels but may increase body weight and triglycerides.

Compound 7b is a promising candidate for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia and prostate cancer.

Antiandrogens and androgen inhibitors like spironolactone, finasteride, and dutasteride can treat hair loss and skin conditions, but they have risks and side effects, including potential harm to pregnant women and risks of cancer and heart issues. Herbal remedies also have antiandrogenic effects but lack safety validation.

Amenorrhea is relatively rare and initial testing should check FSH, TSH, and prolactin levels.

Excessive androgen in women can cause acne, hair growth, baldness, and PCOS, often treatable with medication.

Women with PCOS have higher androgen levels that decrease with age but are still higher than in women without PCOS.

Hormonal therapy is effective for treating acne in adult women, especially with signs of high androgen levels.

The document concludes that identifying the cause of amenorrhea is crucial for proper treatment.

Amenorrhea, or the absence of periods, should be evaluated by age 15 or within five years of early breast development, and is most commonly caused by conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome and hypothalamic amenorrhea.

Blood AMH levels are higher in women with PCOS than in those with other similar conditions.

Amenorrhea is when a woman doesn't have periods, with primary amenorrhea starting by age 15 or within five years of breast development, and secondary amenorrhea when periods stop for three months. It affects 3-4% of women not pregnant, breastfeeding, or in menopause, mainly due to polycystic ovary syndrome, hypothalamic amenorrhea, hyperprolactinemia, and ovarian failure.

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