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Hirsutism in a gynaecological context.

K M McKenna1, R J Pepperell, J Evans

  • 1Gynaecologic Endocrine Clinic, Royal Women's Hospital, Carlton.

The Australian & New Zealand Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology
|May 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is common in women with hirsutism, often causing anovulation and high androgens. Combined oral contraceptives and spironolactone effectively reduced symptoms in most patients.

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Area of Science:

  • Gynaecological Endocrinology
  • Reproductive Medicine
  • Metabolic Disorders

Background:

  • Hirsutism is a common endocrine complaint in women.
  • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is frequently associated with hirsutism, anovulation, obesity, and hyperandrogenism.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the endocrine abnormalities in patients with hirsutism.
  • To identify the prevalence of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) in this cohort.
  • To evaluate treatment efficacy for hirsutism symptoms.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of patients attending a gynaecological endocrine clinic for hirsutism.
  • Assessment of hormonal profiles, including androgen levels and sex hormone binding globulin (SHBG).
  • Evaluation of treatment outcomes with combined oral contraceptive pills and spironolactone.

Main Results:

  • A high incidence of anovulation, obesity, and elevated androgen levels was observed.
  • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) was the underlying diagnosis in the majority of patients.
  • Low SHBG levels were common and increased with estrogen treatment.
  • Combined oral contraceptives and low-dose spironolactone showed significant efficacy in symptom reduction.

Conclusions:

  • Hirsutism in a gynaecological endocrine setting is frequently linked to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS).
  • Hormonal imbalances, including low SHBG, are characteristic of this condition.
  • Pharmacological intervention with combined oral contraceptives and spironolactone offers an effective management strategy for hirsutism symptoms.

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