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Many women with polycystic ovary syndrome have normal blood sugar, but some may have higher blood sugar levels or diabetes, especially if they are older, overweight, and have certain hormone levels.

High uric acid levels are more common in PCOS patients, especially those with androgenic PCOS, and are linked with increased cardiovascular risk and other metabolic issues.

Women with PCOS face higher risks of diabetes and heart disease, and these risks increase with obesity.

Turning white fat into brown-like fat could help fight obesity and type 2 diabetes.

Modern lifestyles, including poor diet, stress, and long-term use of certain medications, hinder the body's ability to heal from inflammation, leading to chronic diseases.

Doctors need to be better prepared to assess and treat obesity in patients.

A teenage girl had both a rare ovarian tumor and a severe form of polycystic ovarian syndrome.

Men can have genetic risks for PCOS-related traits like obesity and diabetes.

A postmenopausal woman's excessive hair growth and hair loss were due to a non-cancerous ovarian condition, treated successfully with surgery.

The guidelines advise against using testosterone and DHEA in women for most conditions due to safety and effectiveness concerns, but suggest considering testosterone for postmenopausal women with low sexual desire.

Finasteride safely lowers DHT levels without affecting testosterone.

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

Cyproterone acetate is effective for treating hirsutism and acne but less so for hair loss, with side effects similar to birth control pills.

Metformin improves menstrual cycles and hormone levels in women with PCOS, mostly within the first 6 months.

Birth control pills combined with bicalutamide are more effective at reducing excessive hair growth in women with PCOS than birth control pills alone.

Certain SHBG gene variants, like rs727428, are linked to higher testosterone levels in women with PCOS.

Family members of North Indian women with PCOS have a high rate of metabolic syndrome.

The document suggests that there might be an autoimmune link between polycystic ovary syndrome and Graves' disease.

Skin changes can indicate hormonal imbalances and help diagnose endocrine disorders.

Insulin resistance is linked to larger thyroid volume in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome.

The treatment effectively reduced hair growth and was safe for patients with PCOS, but it needs better bleeding control.

Androgen replacement therapy can improve libido and mood in women with severe androgen deficiency, but more research is needed on its long-term safety.

A new gene mutation causes insulin resistance in a girl and her mother.

Hyperandrogenism increases heart disease risk in premenopausal women, but this risk is linked to obesity in postmenopausal women.

The guideline suggests using specific criteria to diagnose PCOS, recommends various treatments for its symptoms, and advises screening for related health issues.

Testosterone therapy improves physical function, strength, and body composition in older men with low testosterone levels.

The Endocrine Society advised against routine testosterone therapy for women, citing a need for more research on long-term safety and a clear definition of androgen deficiency.

The research found that Atypical Progeroid Syndrome has unique symptoms and is not caused by the buildup of a certain mutant protein.

Cyproterone acetate-estrogen most effective for hirsutism, but consider side effects and patient needs.

Dihydrotestosterone gel improved well-being and sexual function in older men without negatively affecting prostate health.