research Postmenopausal Ovarian Hyperthecosis Associated with Rapid Testosterone Excess
Removing both ovaries can treat increased testosterone and related symptoms in postmenopausal women with ovarian hyperthecosis.
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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 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 Hiperandrogenismo avanzado en una mujer postmenopáusica: Caso clínico
A postmenopausal woman's high testosterone levels and symptoms improved after removing a tumor from her ovary.
research A benign cause of hyperandrogenism in a postmenopausal woman
A postmenopausal woman's excessive hair growth and hair loss were due to a non-cancerous ovarian condition, treated successfully with surgery.
research SUN-106 Nonsurgical Management of Hyperandrogenism in a Postmenopausal Woman
Goserelin injections can effectively manage hyperandrogenism symptoms in postmenopausal women who can't have surgery.
research Ovarian Stromal Hyperthecosis and Hyperandrogenemia Refractory to Hormonal Suppression
Removing both ovaries may better treat increased male hormone levels and related symptoms in postmenopausal women when hormone therapy doesn't work.
research Pure Leydig cell tumor of the ovary: a rare presentation of a rare entity in a pregnant patient
A rare benign ovarian tumor was found in a pregnant woman, but both mother and baby remained healthy.
research Telogen Effluvium after Anesthesia and Surgery
Anesthesia and surgery can cause temporary hair loss, but hair usually grows back without treatment.
research 6450 Leydig Cell Tumor: A Rare Cause of Post-menopausal Hyperandrogenism
Leydig cell tumors can cause high testosterone and symptoms like hair loss in postmenopausal women, but surgery can improve these symptoms.
research Androgen Therapy in Women: A Reappraisal: An Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guideline
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.
research Hyperandrogenism, Elevated 17-Hydroxyprogesterone and Its Urinary Metabolites in a Young Woman with Ovarian Steroid Cell Tumor, Not Otherwise Specified: Case Report and Review of the Literature
A young woman's symptoms suggested PCOS, but tests and surgery confirmed and treated a rare ovarian tumor, resolving her condition.
research Diagnostic pitfalls in ovarian androgen-secreting (Leydig cell) tumours: case series
Ovarian Leydig cell tumors are hard to diagnose with just advanced imaging; expert ultrasound and clinical evaluation are essential.
research Diabetes in a Bearded Woman
A woman's diabetes improved after removing ovarian tumors that caused high testosterone levels.
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 A rare case of poorly-differentiated endometrial carcinoma in a female-to-male transgender man on testosterone therapy
Transgender men on testosterone therapy need ongoing gynecologic care due to potential cancer risks.
research PMON224 Newly Observed Interference of Oral Biotin with the Free Testosterone Assay? In a Woman with Postmenopausal Virilization.
Taking biotin can lead to incorrect low results in free testosterone tests.
research Questions and Answers
Doctors recommend postoperative radiation for male breast cancer, advise against testosterone for vasomotor symptoms post-adrenalectomy, suggest non-hormonal treatments for atrophic vaginitis after mastectomy, note no specific treatment for anticoagulant-induced hair loss, and call for more research on silicosis from silicon carbide exposure.
research Absence of chemotherapy-induced alopecia with paclitaxel in a case of hypothyroidism: case report
A woman with low thyroid function did not lose her hair during chemotherapy, possibly because her hair follicles were less affected by the treatment.
research Adult Onset Isolated Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism- a Cause of Secondary Amenorrhea
A 23-year-old woman's missed periods were caused by a rare genetic disorder treated with hormone patches.
research An Unusual Cause of Primary Amenorrhea
The 18-year-old girl likely has a condition called müllerian agenesis, which caused her to not have a uterus and experience no menstrual periods.
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 Standards of Care for the Health of Transsexual, Transgender, and Gender-Nonconforming People, Version 7
The guidelines recommend informed consent for gender-affirming treatments and stress the importance of personalized, culturally sensitive care for transgender individuals.
research Androgen Therapy in Women: An Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guideline
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.
research The North American Menopause Society Recommendations for Clinical Care of Midlife Women
The NAMS 2014 recommendations guide healthcare providers on treating health issues in midlife women, emphasizing individualized care and informed decision-making.
research Hidradenitis suppurativa: pathogenesis and management
Hidradenitis suppurativa, a chronic skin disease, can be managed with antibiotics, lifestyle changes, and in severe cases, surgery. Early diagnosis and careful planning are key, and laser treatment can be an efficient solution for mild to severe cases.
research What Surgeons Need to Know About Gender Confirmation Surgery When Providing Care for Transgender Individuals
Surgeons must understand the full care process for gender confirmation surgery to help transgender individuals effectively.
research Clinical Management of Youth with Gender Dysphoria in Vancouver
Most youth with gender dysphoria received hormones, had minor complications, and showed a decrease in suicide attempts after treatment.
research Care of the transgender patient: the role of the gynecologist
Gynecologists should provide comprehensive care for transgender patients, including mental health evaluation, hormone therapy, and surgical options, while monitoring for side effects and ensuring patient safety.
research Ovarian leukocyte distribution and cytokine/chemokine mRNA expression in follicular fluid cells in women with polycystic ovary syndrome
Women with PCOS have fewer activated T cells in their ovarian follicles, which might affect fertility.