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Steroidogenesis inhibitors change but don't stop androgen production in prostate cancer.

Certain adrenal hormones can strongly stimulate oil gland growth in hamster skin, similar to male hormones.

Women with non-classical congenital adrenal hyperplasia have higher levels of certain steroids, which can be reduced by treatment.

Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia is a rare inherited disease causing hormone imbalances, affecting growth, fertility, and heart health, diagnosed through blood tests and treated with medication and lifestyle changes.

Rare adrenal cancers that secrete androgens or estrogens have a poor prognosis and are treated primarily with surgery.

Hormones, especially androgens, play a big role in acne, but most acne sufferers don't have a hormone disorder. Hormonal treatments, including birth control pills, can be very effective for women whose acne doesn't improve with regular treatments.

PCOS is the most common cause of hirsutism, and personalized treatment is important.

S5αR inhibitors might help treat schizophrenia and other mental disorders but need more research.

Trilostane effectively and safely treats dogs with pituitary-dependent hyperadrenocorticism, improving symptoms and adrenal gland size.

Treating non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia is complex because the benefits of hormone treatment must be weighed against potential health risks.

Diagnosing hyperandrogenism in women is complex and requires accurate testing methods and consideration of SHBG levels.

The document concludes that proper diagnosis and a multidisciplinary approach are crucial for managing Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia effectively.

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

DHEA stimulates skin oil glands and could help postmenopausal women, with potential for acne and excessive hair growth treatments.

Genetic defects in the glucocorticoid receptor gene can cause conditions with abnormal sensitivity to stress hormones, and other factors may also affect this sensitivity.

Mice without the enzyme HSD17B3 still produce normal testosterone, suggesting they have different ways to make it compared to humans.

DHEA acts like a male hormone on rat skin glands and doesn't turn into female hormones there.

Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) is a prohormone important for producing sex steroids and has potential health benefits.

Creating stronger blockers for skin enzymes might lead to better treatment for conditions like acne and excessive hair growth.

Lower levels of certain brain chemicals are linked to worse PTSD symptoms in men.

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.

Androgen therapy can help with symptoms like low libido in women, but more research is needed to understand its long-term safety and effects on health.

The document concludes that blocking the internal pathways that create androgens might help treat cancers that depend on sex hormones.

Non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia is a common disorder causing symptoms like acne and infertility, and it's managed based on symptoms, not just test results. Treatment can improve fertility and reduce miscarriage risk.

Lowering testosterone speeds up wound healing in male mice.

Blocking testosterone speeds up wound healing in males.

Blocking testosterone speeds up wound healing in males.

The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment of Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia are crucial for preventing serious health issues and improving patient outcomes.

Menopausal women have higher androgen levels, which can cause symptoms like facial hair growth and low sexual desire.

The enzyme 5α-reductase type 1 is important for blood vessel development and fertility in the uterus.