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Baldness in men with prostate cancer is linked to higher levels of certain sex hormones, but chest hair density is not.

Finasteride affects brain processes related to neurotransmission and metabolism, potentially helping with neuropsychiatric conditions.

Some patients taking finasteride or dutasteride may have ongoing sexual problems and depression even after stopping the medication.

Saw palmetto extract can block the enzyme that converts testosterone in pig prostate cells.

A 5 mg dose of transdermal testosterone cream effectively restores testosterone levels in postmenopausal women.

Mice lacking steroid 5α-reductase 2 show less aggression and better impulse control.

The document concludes that managing hirsutism involves identifying the cause, using a scoring system for severity, combining cosmetic and medical treatments, encouraging weight loss, and providing psychological support, while noting the need for more research on drug treatments.

Low-dose anti-androgen drugs and certain drug combinations are effective for hirsutism, and insulin sensitizers show promise, especially for those with polycystic ovarian syndrome.

Exposure to fatty acids significantly increased androgen levels in female dogs, suggesting a link to conditions like insulin resistance and PCOS.

Differences in gene expression and methylation patterns found in AGA patients suggest potential targets for future treatments.

Male hormones may play a role in the development of heart disease, and more research is needed to understand their effects.

Hair loss in women can be slowed with treatment, but more research needed for better solutions.

Acne significantly affects mental health and quality of life, with research suggesting hormonal and genetic factors in its development and emphasizing early treatment to prevent scarring.

Finasteride can treat hair loss, but may have side effects; evaluate and inform patients of risks.

5-alpha reductase inhibitors slightly increase the risk of sexual and mood side effects, and breast growth in men.

Diane 35 plus finasteride is more effective for treating hirsutism.

Androgens play a role in female sexual function, and testosterone therapy can help women with low sexual desire, but more research is needed on treatments and long-term safety.

Women with hyperandrogenism have higher androgen levels and lower SHBG, which may contribute to conditions like excessive hair growth and early puberty.

Proscar (finasteride) blocks 5α-reductase in sea urchin ovaries and testes, suggesting potential treatment for androgen-related conditions.

Progesterone boosts alcohol's effect on brain, finasteride counters it.

The research found that measuring androgens in urine can give extra information about body metabolism and is linked to androgen levels in the blood, especially in young girls.

5α-reductase inhibitors can interfere with doping tests by masking banned substances.

Androgens significantly affect female hair loss, and hormonal treatments may help.

Hormone treatments in transsexual individuals reduce hair growth and oil production in male-to-females and increase them in female-to-males.

Neurosteroids show promise for treating epilepsy and more research is needed.

Finasteride affects urinary steroid profiles and can potentially hide steroid abuse in sports drug testing.

3α, 17β-androstanediol-glucuronide is not a useful marker for androgen excess but may help monitor certain treatments.

Some women with excess hair growth have a hormone condition that can't be diagnosed by blood or urine tests alone.

Low dose finasteride decreases certain steroids, possibly increasing depression risk.

Higher levels of unbound testosterone are linked to increased insulin resistance, especially in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.