What are the harms of excessive androgen in females?
Disease description:
Recently, I went to the hospital and was diagnosed with excessive androgen. I'm not sure what potential risks it might bring. Could someone tell me what are the harms of excessive androgen in females?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Pan Yongyuan
Excess androgen in women may lead to menstrual disorders, primarily characterized by infrequent menstruation, reduced menstrual flow, and sometimes amenorrhea. It may also manifest as irregular uterine bleeding with unpredictable menstrual cycles. Additionally, it can cause hirsutism; patients may develop excessive hair growth to varying degrees, particularly in the pubic area, which becomes dense and distributed in a male pattern. To mitigate the adverse effects of excess androgen in women, it is essential first to identify the underlying cause and then implement active and symptomatic treatments accordingly.
