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The document concludes that managing hirsutism in PCOS involves long-term treatment guided by severity, using oral contraceptives and possibly antiandrogens, with attention to individual patient needs.

Hirsute women have lower type 2 17β-HSD enzyme levels, which improve with treatment.

The gene SDR5A1 is found in scalp hair of both hirsute and normal individuals, but it does not explain differences in hair growth.

Higher insulin levels are linked to larger ovaries in women with idiopathic hirsutism.

Testosterone therapy may slightly increase sexual desire in women with HSDD but lacks broad recommendation due to safety concerns and limited approval.

Follow the latest international guidelines to assess and manage Polycystic Ovary Syndrome effectively.

The 2023 guideline for PCOS suggests using updated diagnostic criteria, assessing related health risks, and recommends lifestyle changes and specific treatments for symptoms and fertility issues.

Aldactone effectively reduces hair thickness in women with excessive hair growth, both alone and with other treatments.

Spironolactone effectively makes hair shafts thinner in women with excessive hair growth.

Experts agree that PCOS affects women's health in complex ways, but more research is needed to understand and treat it effectively.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common condition in women that can cause metabolic, reproductive, and psychological issues, and requires lifestyle changes and medication for management.

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

Insulin resistance and obesity are key factors in the development and worsening of polycystic ovary syndrome, and lifestyle changes are important for managing it.

Testing basal 17-HP levels is a good way to screen for nonclassic adrenal hyperplasia in women with high androgen levels.

Diagnosing PCOS in teenagers is challenging and should use strict criteria to avoid misdiagnosis and unnecessary worry.

Metformin helps manage polycystic ovary syndrome by improving insulin resistance and ovulation, but more research is needed on its full effects.

Hormone treatments for transgender individuals generally improve mental health and physical transition, with some health risks that require medical supervision.

Early diagnosis and individualized treatment improve outcomes for Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia.

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.

The update highlights that non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia is common in women with excess male hormones, requires specific hormone tests for diagnosis, and has various treatment options depending on age and symptoms.

Finasteride may cause long-lasting sexual side effects.

Hirsutism is more linked to high androgen levels than acne or hair loss, and a mix of hormonal tests is best for diagnosis; certain treatments can reduce symptoms.

The document concludes that proper diagnosis and a multidisciplinary approach are crucial for managing Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia effectively.

Prolactin affects hair growth and skin conditions, and could be a target for new skin disease treatments.

Genetics and hormones play a role in male and female hair loss, but more research is needed to fully understand it.

Some common medications can harm male fertility, but many effects can be reversed.

Women with PCOS often have skin problems like excessive hair, acne, hair loss, and dark patches, which can be treated with hormonal and non-hormonal therapies.

Taking low-dose spironolactone and metformin together works better for PCOS symptoms than either drug alone.

Certain medications including flutamide, spironolactone, and others effectively reduce excessive hair growth in women, especially when combined with lifestyle changes.

PCOS affects women's health by increasing the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and reproductive issues.