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.
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30-60 / 1000+ resultsresearch Rare Conditions of Hyperandrogenism Through Lifespan: A Case Series
Accurate diagnosis of rare hyperandrogenism conditions requires detailed testing and sometimes invasive procedures.
research 7452 A Diagnostically Challenging Case of Hyperandrogenism in Postmenopausal Woman
The case highlights the complexity of diagnosing high testosterone in older women and the need for thorough testing.
research Approach to Investigation of Hyperandrogenism in a Postmenopausal Woman
Postmenopausal hyperandrogenism, a condition with symptoms like increased hair growth and acne, is usually caused by PCOS but can also be due to other factors. It's diagnosed by checking testosterone levels and treated either by removing the adrenal tumor or through antiandrogen therapy.
research Hiperandrogenismo femenino
Female hyperandrogenism is a condition caused by too much male hormones, leading to skin issues and ovulation problems, often due to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, and is treated based on individual symptoms.
research An Unusual but Important Cause of Hyperandrogenism in Women
A woman's high testosterone levels were caused by a rare ovarian tumor, not the initially diagnosed condition.
research Hiperandrogenismo tras la menopausia
A postmenopausal woman's increased male hormone levels were successfully treated with surgery.
research Androgenic alopecia and hirsutism in a 73-year-old woman: careful re-evaluation of 'normal' imaging findings may lead to a rare diagnosis
A 73-year-old woman's unusual hair loss and growth led to the discovery of a rare condition causing too much testosterone, which improved after her ovaries were removed.
research Society for Endocrinology Clinical Practice Guideline for the Evaluation of Androgen Excess in Women
Evaluate and manage androgen excess in women with a systematic approach, considering both physical and psychological impacts.
research Hypertrichose
research Hypertrichosis
The document explains the types of excessive hair growth and how to manage it.
research ROLLED HAIRS AND HYPERTRICHOSIS
A 15-year-old girl with hypothyroidism had excess hair and skin issues due to blocked hair follicles.
research Endometrioid adenofibroma arising in an endometriotic cyst
A woman's pelvic pain and bleeding led to finding and successfully treating a rare benign tumor in her reproductive system.
research Hypertrichosis and topical corticosteroid use
Prolonged use of topical corticosteroids can cause excessive hair growth.
research Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone Agonist Treatment in Postmenopausal Women with Hyperandrogenism of Ovarian Origin
Treatment with a hormone agonist can reduce excess male hormones in postmenopausal women without surgery.
research Postmenopausal Hyperandrogenism in a Patient With an Adrenal Adenoma: How Should We Approach It?
Removing both ovaries treated the woman's excess male hormone symptoms.
research Hyperandrogenism and Cardiometabolic Risk in Pre- and Postmenopausal Women—What Is the Evidence?
Hyperandrogenism increases heart disease risk in premenopausal women, but this risk is linked to obesity in postmenopausal women.
research Post Menopausal Hyperandrogenism: A Case of a Steroid Cell Tumor of the Ovary
A woman's severe hormone imbalance after menopause led to finding a rare ovarian tumor, treated by surgery.
research SAT-LB2 Elevated Testosterone Secondary to Leydig Cell Hyperplasia in Bilateral Ovaries
A woman's high testosterone and related symptoms were caused by overactive cells in her ovaries.
research Bilateral Leydig Cell Hyperplasia: A Rare Cause of Postmenopausal Hirsutism
An unusual growth of Leydig cells in a woman's ovaries caused her excessive hair growth, which was treated successfully with surgery.
research [Dermatophytic disease: exuberant hyperkeratosis with cutaneous horns].
Antifungal treatment can improve severe skin infections with cutaneous horns.
research Congenital generalized hypertrichosis: the skin as a clue to complex malformation syndromes
Excessive body hair can signal complex health issues.
research Comparison of finasteride versus flutamide in the treatment of hirsutism
Finasteride is a safe, effective treatment for hirsutism with fewer side effects.
research Dermatology of androgen-related disorders
Androgens cause skin issues like acne and hair growth in women, often due to PCOS, and can be treated with medication and lifestyle changes.
research Management of Hirsutism
Antiandrogens, particularly flutamide and CPA, are most effective for treating hirsutism, with long-term use needed for best results.
research No metabolic impact of surgical normalization of hyperandrogenism in postmenopausal women with ovarian androgen-secreting tumours
Surgery to lower high testosterone in postmenopausal women with certain ovarian tumors doesn't significantly affect their metabolism.
research The investigation and management of severe hyperandrogenism pre- and postmenopause: Non-tumor disease is strongly associated with metabolic syndrome and typically responds to insulin-sensitization with metformin
High levels of male hormones in women without tumors are linked to metabolic problems and can be treated with metformin.
research Hirsutism – From Diagnosis to Use of Antiandrogens
Antiandrogens are the main treatment for hirsutism, with individualized care and safe, affordable options needed.
research Hyperandrogenism-Insulin Resistance-Acanthosis Nigricans Syndrome
The document concludes that HAIR-AN syndrome should be considered when a patient shows severe hyperandrogenism and insulin resistance after excluding tumors.
research Pharmacological Options for Treatment of Hyperandrogenic Disorders
Different drugs can treat high male hormone levels in women, but they have various effects and some may harm a fetus.