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Lifestyle changes like diet and exercise are key for treating overweight women with polycystic ovary syndrome.

Myo-inositol supplements may improve insulin sensitivity and help with conditions like PCOS and gestational diabetes, but more research is needed.

Botanicals like green tea extract show potential for hair growth, but more research is needed.

Finasteride-treated male rats' offspring had altered glucose metabolism, potentially increasing diabetes risk.

Testosterone therapy in transgender men has both desired effects like increased muscle mass and potential health risks such as higher cardiovascular risk.

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.

The document suggests a young mother use effective contraception like the Copper-T IUD while considering her health and the need for STD prevention.

Obesity affects skin health, causing conditions like acanthosis nigricans and may require different treatment approaches.

Diagnosing PCOS in teenagers is hard because its symptoms often look like normal puberty, and there's a need for better diagnosis methods and agreement on criteria.

Women with PCOS-related infertility can often conceive with treatments like clomiphene and metformin, but managing pregnancy complications is important.

Early signs of PCOS in girls, like irregular periods and polycystic ovaries, suggest a need for early diagnosis and intervention to prevent further health issues.

South Asian women with PCOS are more likely to have metabolic issues and central obesity, and simple measures like waist size and blood pressure can help identify these risks early.

The document suggests that clinical trials for PCOS should focus on meaningful primary outcomes like live birth rates, rather than less reliable surrogate markers.

Early treatment of PCOS in teens is crucial to prevent long-term health issues like diabetes and heart disease.

Cyproterone acetate with ethinyl estradiol is effective for treating skin symptoms related to high androgen levels, like in PCOS.

The document concludes that certain genetic mutations and dietary factors are involved in acne development, and treatments like isotretinoin and diet changes can help manage it.

Male hormones, or androgens, affect women's health in areas like mood and bone density, and hormone replacement therapy using antiandrogenic progestogens can improve mood disorders and alertness in menopausal women.

Women with PCOS should be screened for heart disease risk and manage their health to prevent it.

Curcumin may improve blood sugar levels and cholesterol in people with PCOS, but more research is needed.

Older obese women with PCOS have higher cardiovascular and metabolic risks despite lower androgen levels.

Chromium supplements don't help with weight loss or improve hormone and metabolism issues in people with polycystic ovary syndrome.

Herbal treatments can help manage PCOS symptoms.

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

Acne is a common skin condition linked to diet, hormones, and genetics, and early treatment can prevent scarring.

Small hormonal imbalances can cause significant health problems, so more sensitive testing for hormone-disrupting chemicals is needed.

Testosterone therapy aims to treat hormone deficiencies and various conditions safely and effectively, but requires careful patient monitoring due to potential side effects.

Some plant-based treatments may help with ovary function, insulin resistance, and excess male hormones in PCOS, but more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.

Women with androgen excess, especially those with PCOS, have a much higher risk of heart disease and stroke.

Small changes in hormones can significantly impact health, showing the importance of sensitive testing for chemicals that disrupt hormones.

The document concludes that treating androgen excess needs patience, managing expectations is important, and many drugs used are not officially approved, suggesting cosmetic options for mild cases.