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More research is needed to understand how testosterone is maintained in adult males.

Targeting androgen receptors could be a promising way to treat skin disorders with fewer side effects.

Exposure to too much androgen before birth might cause polycystic ovary syndrome later in life.

Anti-androgens are effective for female acne but less so for male-pattern hair loss, with side effects similar to birth control pills.

Androgens like testosterone affect skin health and can lead to conditions such as acne and hair loss, with various treatments available.

Male hormones and their receptors play a key role in hair loss and skin health, with potential new treatments being explored.

Testosterone therapy may slightly improve sexual function in postmenopausal women, but its long-term safety is unknown.

Testosterone therapy can help improve mood, sexual function, and bone health in women with low androgen levels, but more research is needed to establish safe and effective guidelines.

Adrenal glands delay the start of winter fur growth in mink.

Women with nonclassical congenital adrenal hyperplasia may have a higher risk of fertility issues and miscarriages, and should get genetic counseling.

Certain genetic variations in the AR and ERβ genes can affect androgen levels in women.

Human skin produces sex hormones like estrogen and testosterone, influenced by ARO and StAR, which may affect skin elasticity and hair growth.

Too much AKR1C3 enzyme causes resistance to finasteride by increasing testosterone.

Adrenal disorders can cause lasting brain and behavior issues in children.

Antiandrogens have important biological effects, but more research is needed to understand them fully and compare their effectiveness and side effects to other treatments.

New androgen receptor modulators show promise for treating diseases like prostate cancer and muscle wasting.

Different substances that activate or block the androgen receptor can affect male development and treat conditions like prostate cancer.

Identifying nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia and carriers of CYP21 mutations is challenging, and genetic counseling is recommended due to their prevalence.

Testosterone therapy can help with androgen deficiency in women but should be used with caution and monitoring due to potential risks.

Testosterone therapy can help improve sexual function, mood, and bone density in women with low androgen levels, but more research is needed on long-term safety.

The Endocrine Society advised against routine testosterone therapy for women, citing a need for more research on long-term safety and a clear definition of androgen deficiency.

The document concludes that targeting the androgen receptor may be a promising breast cancer treatment, especially for certain types.

Dietary changes, including weight loss and a balanced diet, are important for managing PCOS, especially in overweight women.

Androgen Deprivation Therapy for prostate cancer often reduces sexual function but intermittent therapy may be more tolerable.

The document concludes that managing non-classical congenital adrenal hyperplasia in females requires personalized treatment, genetic counseling, and a team of specialists.

Mutations in certain receptors can cause diseases and offer new treatment options.

The conclusion is that removing both ovaries is the best treatment for excess male hormones in postmenopausal women, with medication as another option, and managing insulin resistance is important for diagnosis and treatment.

Finasteride may improve prostate cancer treatment outcomes.

Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) is crucial for conditions like male-pattern baldness and acne, and measuring a byproduct, androstanediol glucuronide, is a better way to assess DHT's effects than DHT blood levels.

Hormonal treatments can help with hair loss, acne, and excess hair growth, but it takes 3-6 months to see results and patients should know the possible side effects.