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Excessive hair growth in women, often from high androgen levels, is usually caused by PCOS, and can be treated with hair removal, medication, and possibly weight loss.

PCOS is a common condition in women that causes various symptoms and health issues, treatable with lifestyle changes and medication.

Androgens play a complex role in skin conditions like acne and hair loss in women, and normal blood levels don't always show true androgen status.

The document concludes that diagnosing PCOS in teenagers is difficult and should focus on specific hormone levels and menstrual irregularities, while also considering treatment for symptoms and related health issues.

Anti-Müllerian hormone is a specific marker for ovarian issues in women with conditions like PCOS.

Idiopathic hirsutism causes excessive hair growth in women, can be treated with medication and hair removal, but cannot be fully reversed.

Vitamin D is crucial for skin health and managing skin diseases.

The vitamin D receptor helps maintain hair and bone health even without binding vitamin D.

The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment of PCOS in teenagers is important for managing symptoms and preventing long-term health problems.

The 2003 consensus updated PCOS diagnosis criteria and highlighted increased risks of diabetes and heart disease for those affected.

Vitamin D receptor interacts with certain dietary components to help prevent diseases and regulate hair growth.

Male hormones are important for hair and oil gland development and can cause conditions like excessive hair growth and acne.

Adrenal disorders can cause lasting brain and behavior issues in children.

Birth control pills and cyproterone acetate can help treat acne in women, especially when linked to hormonal issues.

PCOS is a long-term condition that needs more research for better understanding and treatment.

Low birthweight and rapid weight gain after birth may increase the risk of developing polycystic ovary syndrome.

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

To diagnose Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, two out of three signs—irregular periods, high male hormone levels, or cysts on the ovaries—are needed.

Acne can appear or persist in adulthood due to hormonal changes, external factors, or substance use, and requires appropriate treatment.

A 68-year-old woman developed male traits due to a tumor in her ovary, which was removed, returning her hormone levels to normal.

Eating high glycemic foods and drinking milk may worsen acne by increasing insulin and IGF-1 levels.

Type 1 diabetes often occurs with other autoimmune diseases, and personalized treatment based on genetics can improve outcomes.

The document concludes that blocking the internal pathways that create androgens might help treat cancers that depend on sex hormones.

The document concluded that more research is needed to understand how estrogen affects the enzyme involved in hirsutism development.

Imaging helps detect adrenal gland issues and monitor treatment in congenital adrenal hyperplasia, and can identify tumors affecting fertility.

More research is needed to understand how testosterone is maintained in adult males.

The conclusion is that women under 35 should start fertility checks after 12 months of trying to conceive, women over 35 after 6 months, and women over 40 should start immediately. The checks should include ovulation status, reproductive tract structure, and male partner's semen evaluation.

Most women with excessive hair growth have PCOS; treatment varies and focuses on preventing new hair, with electrolysis as the only permanent removal method.

DHT affects testicular development and regulates spermatogenesis in some fish.

Testosterone and dihydrotestosterone have similar effects on body composition and metabolic health in men.