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Finasteride for hair loss may cause persistent sexual symptoms, depression, anxiety, and lower quality of life.

Testosterone may have a dual role in COVID-19, potentially worsening outcomes in men, and testosterone therapy could help some patients, but more research is needed.

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

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

PCOS affects a similar percentage of Black and White women in the Southeastern United States.

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

The Endocrine Society advised against routine testosterone therapy for women, citing a need for more research on long-term safety and a clear definition of androgen deficiency.

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.

Targeting glucocorticoid action might help treat type-2 diabetes, but human trials are needed.

Use "female pattern hair loss" term, assess androgen excess, treat with minoxidil and other medications if needed.

Young girls whose mothers have PCOS may have higher activity of a specific enzyme that could lead to developing PCOS later.

Women with congenital adrenal hyperplasia have lower fertility, but with proper treatment, they can conceive successfully.

Transdermal testosterone can improve sexual desire in postmenopausal women but lacks long-term safety data and is not FDA-approved for this use.

Finasteride safely reduces excessive hair growth in women.

Insulin-sensitizing drugs like metformin can help with ovulation, weight loss, and lower testosterone in some women with PCOS.

Testosterone therapy can help improve mood, sexual function, and bone health in women with low androgen levels, but more research is needed to establish safe and effective guidelines.

The document suggests various treatments for PCOS, including medication for menstrual issues, insulin resistance, and excess hair, as well as fertility treatments, while highlighting the need for personalized care and lifestyle changes.

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

A balanced diet and healthy lifestyle help manage PCOS symptoms.

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.

Obesity worsens PCOS symptoms, and PCOS may lead to more weight gain; managing both requires a holistic approach that includes mental health.

Testosterone supplements can increase muscle mass and strength in older men with low levels, but long-term effects and risks need more research.

The document concludes that managing hirsutism involves identifying the cause, using a scoring system for severity, combining cosmetic and medical treatments, encouraging weight loss, and providing psychological support, while noting the need for more research on drug treatments.

Male hormones worsen kidney transplant damage, but blocking them helps.

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

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

Overweight women with PCOS have higher levels of certain hormones that could indicate a higher risk of heart and metabolic problems.

Postmenopausal women with hyperandrogenism didn't have better metabolic health even after their testosterone levels became normal.

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