A 22-year-old woman (previously adopted, not currently taking medications, negative medical history) presents with hypertension, with virilization. This young woman presents with irregular menses diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome. She has a borderline low cortisol and elevated 17-OH progesterone. Question: What is the diagnosis?

A 22-year-old woman (previously adopted, not currently taking medications, negative medical history) presents with hypertension, with virilization. This young woman presents with irregular menses diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome. She has a borderline low cortisol and elevated 17-OH progesterone. Question: What is the diagnosis?

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Chapter11: The Great Communicator

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