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Androgens are important for female fertility and could help in IVF treatment, but also play a role in causing PCOS.

The document concludes that more research is needed to fully understand the causes of PCOS.

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

Male hormones, particularly DHT, are linked to male pattern hair loss, and treatments like finasteride can help, but they don't work for postmenopausal women's hair loss, which may have different causes.

The conclusion is that while oral contraceptive pills are effective for PCOS-related high androgen levels, new treatments with fewer side effects are needed.

Most adrenal cortex tumors are benign and non-secreting, but proper diagnosis and treatment are important due to the rare possibility of cancer.

Certain gene patterns in breast cancer are linked to how active hormone receptors are and could affect patient survival.

Hormonal imbalances can cause skin and hair problems in women, and treatments that block male hormones can help.

The guideline suggests using specific criteria to diagnose PCOS, recommends various treatments for its symptoms, and advises screening for related health issues.

Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia is a genetic disorder with two forms, causing symptoms like early puberty and severe acne, but can be identified through screening and treated with glucocorticoids.

Testosterone therapy can improve sexual function in women but long-term safety is unclear.

Hormonal therapies are safe and effective for treating acne in female adolescents, with specific treatments for those with endocrine disorders.

Finasteride treatment changes urine metabolomics and steroid signatures, potentially monitoring effectiveness but may cause sexual side effects.

The article concludes that global standardization in PCOS research is crucial for accurate diagnosis and understanding of the condition.

Experts recommend using evidence-based methods to diagnose and treat hirsutism, focusing on symptoms and underlying causes.

The length of CAG repeats in the androgen receptor gene is linked to ovarian reserve but does not affect how the ovaries respond to stimulation.

Hormonal treatments can help with acne but are not the first choice due to side effects and the need for careful patient selection.

Insulin resistance is linked to PCOS and can lead to other health issues, but treatments like metformin can help manage symptoms.

Women with PCOS have lower adiponectin hormone levels and are more likely to have insulin resistance.

Statins may help treat PCOS by lowering androgen levels and improving cholesterol.

Higher BPA levels may be linked to idiopathic hyperandrogenemia in women.

Men with male-pattern baldness have higher levels of certain testosterone metabolites and may have more active androgen metabolism.

The levonorgestrel implant increases free testosterone and lowers SHBG more than DMPA-IM and the copper IUD.

Dermatologists can help diagnose endocrine disorders like PCOS and metabolic syndrome by looking at skin symptoms.

SAHA syndrome is a condition in women involving skin and hair issues, often related to hormonal imbalances, and is treated based on the underlying cause.

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

An mFG score of 7 or higher indicates hirsutism in Filipino women, often linked to higher free testosterone levels.

Finasteride microspheres help reduce hair loss for up to eight weeks with fewer side effects.

Minoxidil and finasteride can slow hair loss and stimulate regrowth, but won't restore all lost hair or reverse complete baldness.