Androgenic Disorders: Comprehensive Coverage of Syndromes in Women

    Stanley G. Korenman
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    TLDR The book is a valuable reference on androgenic disorders for professionals but not suitable for laypeople or medical students.
    The document reviews a book on androgenic disorders, highlighting its comprehensive coverage of androgenic syndromes in women, including polycystic ovarian disease, congenital adrenal hyperplasia, Cushing's syndrome, and androgenic alopecia. The book, consisting of 343 pages and 15 chapters, is recommended for primary care physicians, endocrinologists, and researchers, with particular praise for the chapter on polycystic ovarian syndrome. Despite some criticisms regarding duplication, lack of editing, outdated references, and insufficient coverage of osteopenia, osteoporosis, and the importance of cancellous bone, the review concludes that the book's strengths make it a valuable reference, especially for those interested in bone remodeling disorders. Additionally, the book discusses the role of stress proteins in immune response, with a notable chapter on androgens and oral contraceptives, but it is criticized for not addressing treatment outcomes in cardiovascular disease. The book is recommended for experienced researchers and clinicians but not for laypersons or medical students.
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