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    GlossaryPostmenopausal Hyperandrogenism

    condition of elevated male hormones in women after menopause

    Postmenopausal Hyperandrogenism is a condition where women experience elevated levels of androgens (male hormones) after menopause. This hormonal imbalance can lead to symptoms such as excessive facial and body hair, acne, and scalp hair thinning. It often results from ovarian or adrenal gland disorders and requires medical evaluation for proper diagnosis and treatment.

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