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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is common but often undiagnosed, and early treatment is important to prevent health problems.

The document concludes that identifying the cause of amenorrhea is crucial for proper treatment.

Amenorrhea is when a woman doesn't have periods, with primary amenorrhea starting by age 15 or within five years of breast development, and secondary amenorrhea when periods stop for three months. It affects 3-4% of women not pregnant, breastfeeding, or in menopause, mainly due to polycystic ovary syndrome, hypothalamic amenorrhea, hyperprolactinemia, and ovarian failure.

Amenorrhea, or the absence of periods, should be evaluated by age 15 or within five years of early breast development, and is most commonly caused by conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome and hypothalamic amenorrhea.

Larger ovarian size is linked to higher insulin resistance in women with PCOS.

Hair loss in postmenopausal woman caused by ovarian issue.

Women with female pattern hair loss may have a higher risk of developing metabolic syndrome.

The woman's surgery lowered her testosterone and improved scalp hair loss but did not change her excessive body hair.

Ovarian hyperthecosis should be considered in young women with severe male-like symptoms and can be managed with hormone treatments.

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.

Finasteride reduces hairiness and androgen levels in women with unexplained excessive hair growth.

Quercetin may help improve symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome.

The conclusion is that a thorough approach is needed to diagnose and manage hyperandrogenism in teenage girls, recognizing its major psychological and health effects.

Women with epilepsy should be monitored for reproductive issues, which can be caused by epilepsy or its treatments, especially when using valproate.

Epilepsy and certain epilepsy drugs can lead to reproductive problems in women, but changing medication might improve these issues.

Ovarian Leydig cell tumors are hard to diagnose with just advanced imaging; expert ultrasound and clinical evaluation are essential.

Longer GGN repeats in the androgen receptor gene are linked to polycystic ovary syndrome.

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

PCOS is often caused by hormonal imbalances that can lead to various health issues and may indicate a risk for future metabolic and cardiovascular problems.

The study found that imaging might miss small ovarian tumors causing high testosterone, and suggested using certain testosterone levels and treatment responses to identify these tumors.

Longer CAG repeat lengths in the androgen receptor gene are linked to higher testosterone levels in women with PCOS.

High androgen levels in Chinese women with PCOS are linked to a higher risk of diabetes and obesity.

Insulin-lowering medications show promise for PCOS symptoms but can't be the main treatment yet due to limited long-term research.

Early detection and treatment of PCOS in teenagers is important to manage symptoms and prevent severe issues.

Androgens play a key role in causing PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome).

New treatments for PCOS focus on managing symptoms and improving fertility.

A 63-year-old woman's male-like symptoms were caused by a rare testosterone-producing ovarian tumor, treated by removing her ovaries and fallopian tubes.

Women with PCOS and polycystic ovaries have higher male hormone levels and more insulin resistance, especially if they are overweight.

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

PCOS is a common condition in women that can lead to infertility and other health issues, and it's diagnosed by specific criteria with various treatment options available.