research Hirsutism in young women
Hirsutism in young women is often caused by PCOS and managed with lifestyle changes, treatments, and hormonal therapy, which takes 9-12 months to work.
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research Prevalence of functional disorders of androgen excess in unselected premenopausal women: a study in blood donors
Many young women who donate blood have hormonal disorders like excess male hormones and PCOS.
research Ovarian Hyperthecosis Presenting as Polycythemia
Ovarian hyperthecosis can cause polycythemia, and surgery can normalize symptoms.
research Hirsutism in Women.
Hirsutism in women is mostly caused by polycystic ovary syndrome and idiopathic hyperandrogenism.
research Idiopathic hirsutism: excessive bodily and facial hair in women
Idiopathic hirsutism causes excessive hair growth in women, can be treated with medication and hair removal, but cannot be fully reversed.
research Current evaluation of amenorrhea
Amenorrhea is relatively rare and initial testing should check FSH, TSH, and prolactin levels.
research Testosterone concentrations and oligomenorrhea in women with acne
Women with acne and irregular periods had higher active testosterone levels, which could suggest the usefulness of antiandrogen treatment.
research Hyperandrogenism in PCOS
In PCOS, high male hormones cause hair growth, acne, and hair loss, affecting periods.
research Menstrual Disorders
The document says menstruation is important for women's health, discusses menstrual disorders, and suggests personalized treatment options.
research ACP Broadsheet 131: March 1992. Hirsute women: should they be investigated?
Most women with excess hair growth need only a clinical evaluation and minimal tests unless they show signs of virilism.
research A Very Rare Reason for Hyperandrogenism: Adrenal Tumor Case
A young woman had a rare tumor causing high male hormone levels and symptoms like excessive hair and acne. After removing the tumor, her hormone levels returned to normal. Early diagnosis is important.
research Androgenic alopecia in post-menopausal female: a clinical presentation
A postmenopausal woman with hair loss and hirsutism improved after surgery to remove an ovarian tumor.
research Hirsutism
research 5048 A Rare Cause of Hyperandrogenism in Postmenopausal Women: Ovarian Stromal Hyperplasia
Ovarian stromal hyperplasia can cause high testosterone in postmenopausal women and is treated by removing the ovaries.
research A rare cause of postmenopausal hyperandrogenism
A 71-year-old woman developed male-like features due to high testosterone levels caused by a benign ovarian tumor, which was successfully removed by surgery.
research DIAGNOSTIC AND THERAPEUTIC UTILITY OF GONADOTROPHIN-RELEASING HORMONE AGONIST IN POSTMENOPAUSAL HYPERANDROGENISM OF OVARIAN ORIGIN
GnRH agonist effectively diagnoses and treats postmenopausal hyperandrogenism from ovarian sources.
research Clinical profile of 50 premenopausal women with hirsutism
Most women with hirsutism have mild symptoms and often experience acne, menstrual irregularities, and obesity.
research Hirsutism: diagnosis and treatment
The document concludes that proper diagnosis and combined treatments are key for hirsutism management, and weight loss may help overweight patients.
research 169 Red Sky in Morning: A Case of Concurrent Hematospermia and Anorgasmia
Treating hematospermia can improve sexual function and reduce anxiety.
research Syndromes of hyperandrogenism in women.
Hyperandrogenism in women can cause acne, hair growth, hair loss, irregular periods, and increase the risk of infertility and diabetes.
research Ovarian hyperthecosis in a 62-year-old woman presenting with hyperandrogenism and elevated testosterone
Early diagnosis and surgery can improve symptoms of ovarian hyperthecosis in postmenopausal women.
research The Need and Management of hormone Imbalances in Women
Balanced hormones are crucial for women's health, and can be managed with lifestyle changes or hormone therapy if needed.
research Ausgeprägte Virilisierung in der Postmenopause - eine Falldarstellung
A postmenopausal woman had high testosterone from her right adrenal gland, leading to recommended surgery.
research Androgen Excess in Women: Experience with Over 1000 Consecutive Patients
Most women with excess male hormones have Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, and hormonal therapy can improve symptoms but may cause side effects.
research Hyperandrogenemia
research Hyperandrogenic Symptoms Are a Persistent Suffering in Midlife Women with PCOS; a Prospective Cohort Study in Sweden
Middle-aged women with PCOS often continue to experience symptoms related to high androgen levels, like unwanted hair growth.
research Exploring the Clinical and Investigational Profile of Females With Hirsutism at a Tertiary Care Center
PCOS is the main cause of hirsutism, often linked to insulin resistance.
research Hirsutism, Male Pattern Baldness, and Acne in a 60-Year-Old Woman
Ovarian hyperthecosis caused high testosterone and virilization symptoms in a 60-year-old woman, which improved after surgery.
research Defining hirsutism in Chinese women: a cross-sectional study
An mFG score of 5 or more indicates above-normal hair growth in Southern Chinese women.
research Acne in hirsute women
Hormonal treatments like birth control pills can improve acne in women with excess hair growth and hormone imbalances.