research Hirsutism and Menstrual Irregularity in a 16-year-old Girl
The girl's hirsutism and menstrual issues were caused by a benign ovarian tumor, which was successfully removed.
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research Hypothyroidism in polycystic ovarian syndrome: a comparative study of clinical characteristics, metabolic and hormonal parameters in euthyroid and hypothyroid polycystic ovarian syndrome women
Hypothyroidism may worsen metabolic problems like insulin resistance and obesity in women with PCOS.
research Differential Suppression of Testosterone and Estradiol in Hirsute Women With the Superactive Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone Agonist Leuprolide*
Leuprolide effectively reduces hair growth in hirsute women at higher doses.
research Acquired hypertrichosis lanuginosa: Case report and review of the literature
A woman with breast cancer developed a rare condition causing excessive fine hair growth on her face and body.
research ODP537 A 1.6cm Androgen Secreting Ovarian Leydig Cell Tumor Evades Detection on Multiple Imaging Modalities
A woman's small ovarian tumor causing high androgen levels was missed by several scans but found during surgery.
research Sertoli-Leydig Cell Tumour of Ovary with Menorrhagia: A Rare Case Report
Sertoli-Leydig cell tumors are rare ovarian tumors that can cause symptoms like menorrhagia.
research Sertoliform Endometrioid Carcinomas of the Right Ovary
A rare ovarian cancer with a good outlook was found in a woman with unusual hair growth and abdominal symptoms.
research Influence of conditioned media from glial cell cultures on contractility of uterine in rats of different ages
Conditioned media from glial cell cultures improved uterine contractions in older rats.
research Stromal Cells of the Human Postmenopausal Ovary Display a Distinctive Biochemical and Molecular Phenotype
Postmenopausal ovary stromal cells have a unique makeup and limited steroid production, suggesting androgens come from the adrenal gland.
research Virilism and Ectopic Expression of HSD17B5 in Mature Cystic Teratoma
A woman's mature cystic teratoma caused her virilization by producing testosterone.
research Clinico-sonographic Correlation and Predictors of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Oligomenorrhea is the strongest predictor of PCOS severity.
research Endocrinology Update: Hirsutism.
Hirsutism involves excessive hair growth due to hormonal issues and can be treated with medication or surgery.
research Anti Mullerian Hormone: A Potential Marker for Recruited Non Growing Follicle of Ovarian Pool in Women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
AMH levels are higher in women with PCOS and can indicate the number of small follicles in their ovaries.
research Lymphomatoid papulosis improving on hormone-replacement therapy
Hormone-replacement therapy improved a woman's skin condition known as lymphomatoid papulosis.
research Predictors of Scalp Hair Thinning in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Scalp hair thinning in women with PCOS is linked to metabolic issues like abnormal glucose tolerance, high LDL, and skipped meals.
research Post-partum pituitary insufficiency and livedo reticularis presenting a diagnostic challenge in a resource limited setting in Tanzania: a case report, clinical discussion and brief review of existing literature
Early diagnosis and hormone therapy can significantly improve outcomes for post-partum pituitary insufficiency in resource-limited settings.
research Hyperandrogenism in post-menopausal women: a diagnosis challenge
A woman had high testosterone due to an ovarian issue, which was fixed with surgery.
research Novel mutation in PTCH1 gene in a patient with basal cell nevus syndrome and uterus bicornis
research Hirsutism
Excessive hair growth in women, often from high androgen levels, is usually caused by PCOS, and can be treated with hair removal, medication, and possibly weight loss.
research ROLLED HAIRS AND HYPERTRICHOSIS
A 15-year-old girl with hypothyroidism had excess hair and skin issues due to blocked hair follicles.
research Επίπεδα βισφατίνης στον ορό παχύσαρκων και φυσιολογικού βάρους γυναικών με το σύνδρομο των πολυκυστικών ωοθηκών
Ultrasound alone isn't enough to diagnose PCOS.
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 Venous thromboembolism and women's health
Women have a higher risk of blood clots from hormonal factors and need careful treatment, especially during pregnancy.
research The role of antimullerian hormone in the hormonal workup of women with persistent acne
Women with persistent acne and high levels of antimullerian hormone are more likely to have polycystic ovarian syndrome.
research UPDATE ON IDIOPATHIC HIRSUTISM: DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT
The document concludes that combination therapy is most effective for treating excessive hair growth in women with idiopathic hirsutism, and more research is needed to understand the condition.
research [A case of Leydig cell virilizing tumor of the ovary].
Surgery on a 68-year-old woman with an ovarian tumor led to reduced hirsutism and normal testosterone levels.
research Case Report: Exceptional Association of Leydig Cell Ovarian Tumor and Primary Hyperparathyroidism in a Postmenopausal Patient
A woman with a rare ovarian tumor and hyperparathyroidism improved after surgery, highlighting the need for reporting unusual cases to understand and manage rare diseases.
research Thrombin activatable fibrinolysis inhibitor and other hemostatic parameters in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome
Women with PCOS have higher levels of certain blood clotting factors, suggesting a greater risk of cardiovascular issues.
research Spironolactone use and oocyte maturation in patients undergoing controlled ovarian hyperstimulation
research Higher prevalence of clinical cardiovascular comorbidities in postmenopausal women with self-reported premenopausal hirsutism and/or oligo-amenorrhea
Postmenopausal women with past hirsutism or irregular periods have more heart and lung diseases.