Hyperandrogenism – women with high levels of male sex hormones

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Male sex hormones, called androgens, are normally present in both men and women, but the normal levels for men are far higher than those for women. Testosterone is the best-known androgen, and contributes to many of the physical factors that distinguish men from women. More than 80% of women who present with symptoms of hyperandrogenism will eventually be diagnosed with PCOS. Common features of hyperandrogenism include: Increased facial and body hair growth (hirsutism) Male pattern baldness Acne Lowered tone of voice Menstrual irregularities Clitoral enlargement (in severe cases) The most common presenting feature of PCOS is hirsutism, affecting an estimated 70% of women. Just as with men, increased testosterone increases the growth of facial and body hair in certain areas, such as the legs, chest, back and buttocks. In other areas, hair loss occurs leading to crown pattern or male pattern baldness. In women, this distribution of hair loss and gain becomes very obvious. Acne is...
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