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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Excess ovarian androgen release syndrome | |||
| synonyms = [[Hyperandrogenism]], [[Polycystic ovary syndrome]] (PCOS) | |||
| field = [[Endocrinology]], [[Gynecology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Hirsutism]], [[Acne]], [[Oligomenorrhea]], [[Infertility]] | |||
| complications = [[Type 2 diabetes]], [[Cardiovascular disease]], [[Endometrial cancer]] | |||
| onset = [[Reproductive age]] | |||
| duration = [[Chronic]] | |||
| causes = [[Genetic predisposition]], [[Insulin resistance]] | |||
| risks = [[Obesity]], [[Family history]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical evaluation]], [[Blood tests]] for [[androgen]] levels, [[Ultrasound]] | |||
| differential = [[Congenital adrenal hyperplasia]], [[Cushing's syndrome]], [[Androgen-secreting tumors]] | |||
| treatment = [[Lifestyle modification]], [[Oral contraceptives]], [[Anti-androgens]], [[Metformin]] | |||
| medication = [[Spironolactone]], [[Flutamide]], [[Eflornithine]] | |||
| frequency = Affects approximately 5-10% of women of reproductive age | |||
}} | |||
'''Excess ovarian androgen release syndrome''' (EOARS) is a medical condition characterized by the overproduction of [[androgens]] by the [[ovaries]]. This condition can lead to a variety of symptoms and is often associated with other endocrine disorders. | '''Excess ovarian androgen release syndrome''' (EOARS) is a medical condition characterized by the overproduction of [[androgens]] by the [[ovaries]]. This condition can lead to a variety of symptoms and is often associated with other endocrine disorders. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of EOARS can vary widely but often include: | The symptoms of EOARS can vary widely but often include: | ||
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* [[Menstrual irregularities]], such as [[oligomenorrhea]] or [[amenorrhea]] | * [[Menstrual irregularities]], such as [[oligomenorrhea]] or [[amenorrhea]] | ||
* [[Infertility]] | * [[Infertility]] | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
EOARS is typically caused by an imbalance in the [[endocrine system]], leading to the ovaries producing an excess amount of androgens. This can be due to: | EOARS is typically caused by an imbalance in the [[endocrine system]], leading to the ovaries producing an excess amount of androgens. This can be due to: | ||
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* [[Ovarian tumors]] | * [[Ovarian tumors]] | ||
* [[Cushing's syndrome]] | * [[Cushing's syndrome]] | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
The diagnosis of EOARS involves a combination of: | The diagnosis of EOARS involves a combination of: | ||
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* Blood tests to measure levels of [[testosterone]], [[androstenedione]], and [[dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate]] (DHEAS) | * Blood tests to measure levels of [[testosterone]], [[androstenedione]], and [[dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate]] (DHEAS) | ||
* Imaging studies such as [[ultrasound]] or [[MRI]] to assess the ovaries and adrenal glands | * Imaging studies such as [[ultrasound]] or [[MRI]] to assess the ovaries and adrenal glands | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for EOARS depends on the underlying cause and may include: | Treatment for EOARS depends on the underlying cause and may include: | ||
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* Lifestyle changes, including [[diet]] and [[exercise]] | * Lifestyle changes, including [[diet]] and [[exercise]] | ||
* Surgery in cases of ovarian tumors | * Surgery in cases of ovarian tumors | ||
== Related Conditions == | == Related Conditions == | ||
EOARS is often associated with other conditions, including: | EOARS is often associated with other conditions, including: | ||
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* [[Hyperandrogenism]] | * [[Hyperandrogenism]] | ||
* [[Hirsutism]] | * [[Hirsutism]] | ||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Polycystic ovary syndrome]] | * [[Polycystic ovary syndrome]] | ||
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* [[Hirsutism]] | * [[Hirsutism]] | ||
* [[Endocrine system]] | * [[Endocrine system]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
{{Reflist}} | {{Reflist}} | ||
== External Links == | == External Links == | ||
{{Commons category|Excess ovarian androgen release syndrome}} | {{Commons category|Excess ovarian androgen release syndrome}} | ||
[[Category:Endocrine diseases]] | [[Category:Endocrine diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Reproductive system diseases]] | [[Category:Reproductive system diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Women's health]] | [[Category:Women's health]] | ||
{{endocrine-stub}} | {{endocrine-stub}} | ||
{{No image}} | {{No image}} | ||
Latest revision as of 22:32, 3 April 2025
| Excess ovarian androgen release syndrome | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Hyperandrogenism, Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Hirsutism, Acne, Oligomenorrhea, Infertility |
| Complications | Type 2 diabetes, Cardiovascular disease, Endometrial cancer |
| Onset | Reproductive age |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Genetic predisposition, Insulin resistance |
| Risks | Obesity, Family history |
| Diagnosis | Clinical evaluation, Blood tests for androgen levels, Ultrasound |
| Differential diagnosis | Congenital adrenal hyperplasia, Cushing's syndrome, Androgen-secreting tumors |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Lifestyle modification, Oral contraceptives, Anti-androgens, Metformin |
| Medication | Spironolactone, Flutamide, Eflornithine |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Affects approximately 5-10% of women of reproductive age |
| Deaths | N/A |
Excess ovarian androgen release syndrome (EOARS) is a medical condition characterized by the overproduction of androgens by the ovaries. This condition can lead to a variety of symptoms and is often associated with other endocrine disorders.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of EOARS can vary widely but often include:
- Hirsutism (excessive hair growth in areas where hair is normally minimal or absent)
- Acne
- Alopecia (hair loss)
- Menstrual irregularities, such as oligomenorrhea or amenorrhea
- Infertility
Causes[edit]
EOARS is typically caused by an imbalance in the endocrine system, leading to the ovaries producing an excess amount of androgens. This can be due to:
- Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
- Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH)
- Ovarian tumors
- Cushing's syndrome
Diagnosis[edit]
The diagnosis of EOARS involves a combination of:
- Clinical evaluation of symptoms
- Blood tests to measure levels of testosterone, androstenedione, and dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate (DHEAS)
- Imaging studies such as ultrasound or MRI to assess the ovaries and adrenal glands
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for EOARS depends on the underlying cause and may include:
- Hormonal therapy to regulate androgen levels
- Oral contraceptives to manage menstrual irregularities
- Anti-androgens such as spironolactone or flutamide
- Lifestyle changes, including diet and exercise
- Surgery in cases of ovarian tumors
Related Conditions[edit]
EOARS is often associated with other conditions, including:
See Also[edit]
- Polycystic ovary syndrome
- Congenital adrenal hyperplasia
- Hyperandrogenism
- Hirsutism
- Endocrine system
References[edit]
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External Links[edit]
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