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The woman's surgery lowered her testosterone and improved scalp hair loss but did not change her excessive body hair.
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30-60 / 1000+ results research The Effects of Two Doses of Spironolactone on Serum Androgens and Anagen Hair in Hirsute Women
Spironolactone reduced hair thickness and some testosterone levels in women with excessive hair growth.
research Effects of a Low-Dose Desogestrel-Ethinylestradiol Combination on Hirsutism, Androgens, and Sex Hormone Binding Globulin in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Low-dose oral contraceptives reduced hair growth and testosterone levels in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Chromium Supplementation in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Chromium supplements don't improve insulin, hormone levels, or cholesterol in women with PCOS but raise testosterone levels.
research Effectiveness of Short-Term Canrenone Treatment in Idiopathic Hirsutism
Canrenone effectively reduced hair growth and testosterone levels in women with excessive hairiness.
research Improvement of Endothelial Function with Metformin and Rosiglitazone Treatment in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Metformin and rosiglitazone improve blood vessel function in women with PCOS, with metformin also reducing insulin resistance and testosterone levels.
research A Systematic Review of Antiandrogens and Feminization in Transgender Women
Some antiandrogens may lower testosterone better than others, but it's unclear which is best for feminization in transgender women; more research is needed.
research Postmenopausal Virilization After Spousal Use of Topical Androgens
A woman developed male traits from accidental contact with her husband's testosterone gel.
research The Effect of Alfacalcidiol and Metformin on Phenotype Manifestations in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome – A Preliminary Study
Alfacalcidiol and metformin together lowered testosterone in women with PCOS, but did not significantly improve acne, hair growth, or pregnancy rates.
research Hormonal Evaluation of Hyperandrogenism in Women
The woman's high testosterone levels indicated PCOS, leading to treatment that improved her symptoms.
research Serum Concentrations of Dihydrotestosterone Are Associated With Symptoms of Hypogonadism in Biochemically Eugonadal Men
Higher DHT levels are linked to fewer hypogonadism symptoms in men with normal testosterone levels.
research The Case of the Elusive Androgen
The patient's high testosterone was reduced by a medication that suppresses gonadotropin.
research 11-Oxyandrogen Concentrations in Adolescents With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Adolescents with PCOS have higher levels of certain androgens, which are linked to hair growth but don't help diagnose PCOS better than testosterone levels.
research Relationship Between Androgen Levels and Blood Pressure in Young Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
High androgen levels in young women with PCOS are linked to higher blood pressure.
research A Simple Screening Approach for Assessing Community Prevalence and Phenotype of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in a Semiurban Population in Sri Lanka
A simple screening method found that 6.3% of women in a semiurban area in Sri Lanka have polycystic ovary syndrome, with most showing menstrual irregularities.
research Androgen Excess: Investigations and Management
The conclusion is that managing androgen excess requires long-term treatment, including hormonal contraceptives and androgen blockers, with follow-up after six months.
research Diagnosis of Hyperandrogenism: Biochemical Criteria
The document concludes that accurate measurement of serum androgens is crucial for diagnosing hyperandrogenism.
research Specific Dermatologic Features of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Its Association with Biochemical Markers of Metabolic Syndrome and Hyperandrogenism
Hirsutism is a strong sign of high male hormones and metabolic problems in women with PCOS, but acne and hair loss are not.
research Receiver Operating Characteristic Analysis of the Performance of Basal Serum Hormone Profiles for the Diagnosis of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Epidemiological Studies
Low SHBG and high FAI, FT, and DHEAS levels are effective in identifying PCOS.
research A 12-Week Treatment with the Long-Acting Glucagon-Like Peptide 1 Receptor Agonist Liraglutide Leads to Significant Weight Loss in a Subset of Obese Women with Newly Diagnosed Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Liraglutide caused significant weight loss in some obese women with PCOS, especially those with severe obesity and insulin resistance.
research Androgens in Women: Role in Androgen-Mediated Cutaneous Disorders
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.
research Differential Diagnosis of Hyperandrogenism in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The conclusion is that accurately identifying the cause of high androgen levels in women with PCOS is crucial and requires specific tests.
research Plasma C19 Steroid Sulfate Levels and Indices of Androgen Bioavailability in Female Pattern Androgenic Alopecia
Women with female pattern hair loss have higher levels of certain androgens, suggesting increased androgen exposure to hair follicles.
research Low Starch/Low Dairy Diet Results in Successful Treatment of Obesity and Co-Morbidities Linked to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Eating less starch and dairy helped overweight women with PCOS lose weight and improve symptoms.
research Relations Between Sex Hormone Levels and Characteristics of Hair and Skin in Healthy Young Men
Higher androgen levels do not cause baldness in men.
research Prevalence of Dermatologic Manifestations and Metabolic Biomarkers in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in North China
Women with PCOS in North China often have hirsutism and acne, with hirsutism linked to metabolic issues.
research The Frequency of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Females with Resistant Acne Vulgaris
Many women with hard-to-treat acne also have PCOS.
research Management of Endocrine Disease: Hyperandrogenic States in Women - Pitfalls in Laboratory Diagnosis
Diagnosing hyperandrogenism in women is complex and requires accurate testing methods and consideration of SHBG levels.
research Determining the Normal Cut-Off Levels for Hyperandrogenemia in Chinese Women of Reproductive Age
Normal levels for certain hormones in Chinese women of reproductive age were identified.
research Is Prostate-Specific Antigen a Potential New Marker of Androgen Excess in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome?
Prostate-specific antigen may be a new marker for excess male hormones in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.