research Testosterone Concentrations and Oligomenorrhea in Women with Acne
Women with acne and irregular periods had higher active testosterone levels, which could suggest the usefulness of antiandrogen treatment.
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research Androgen Effects in Mammals
Testosterone is crucial for development, growth, and various body functions in mammals.
research Approach to Investigation of Hyperandrogenism in a Postmenopausal Woman
Postmenopausal hyperandrogenism, a condition with symptoms like increased hair growth and acne, is usually caused by PCOS but can also be due to other factors. It's diagnosed by checking testosterone levels and treated either by removing the adrenal tumor or through antiandrogen therapy.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Adolescents
The document concludes that diagnosing PCOS in teenagers is difficult and should focus on specific hormone levels and menstrual irregularities, while also considering treatment for symptoms and related health issues.
research Testosterone Implants in Women: Pharmacological Dosing for a Physiologic Effect
Testosterone implants in women require pharmacological dosing to be effective and are generally safe and well-tolerated.
research Testosterone Therapy in Premenopausal Women
Testosterone therapy may improve mood, well-being, and sexual function in premenopausal women, but more research is needed on its long-term safety and effectiveness.
research The Role of Androgen Therapy
Testosterone therapy can help women with androgen deficiency by improving energy, sex drive, and bone health with few side effects.
research 37-Year-Old Man With Fatigue and Erectile Dysfunction
The man's fatigue and erectile dysfunction were improved by treating his obesity-related low testosterone without needing testosterone replacement.
research Free Androgen Index: Marker of Premature Androgenetic Alopecia in Men
The Free Androgen Index (FAI) is the best indicator of early hair loss in men before age 30.
research Androgen Excess: Investigations and Management
The conclusion is that managing androgen excess requires long-term treatment, including hormonal contraceptives and androgen blockers, with follow-up after six months.
research Androgen Receptors And Their Biology
Androgen receptors are key for development and health, affecting conditions like prostate cancer and male pattern baldness.
research Prostate Specific Antigen as a Predictive Factor for Androgenemia in Women
PSA can help diagnose high androgen levels in women.
research Testosterone: The Male Sex Hormone
More research is needed to understand how testosterone is maintained in adult males.
research The Rotterdam Study: 2016 Objectives and Design Update
The Rotterdam Study found risk factors for elderly diseases, links between lifestyle and genetics with health conditions, and aimed to explore new areas like DNA methylation and sensory input effects on brain function.
research The Role of Androgen Therapy
Androgens, male hormones, play a role in both men and women's health, and testosterone therapy can help women with low levels, but it's not suitable for pregnant or lactating women, or those with certain conditions.
research Steroids And Steroid-Like Compounds
Athletes use steroids to enhance performance despite health risks and legal issues, and education on their dangers is needed.
research Hormonal and Clinical Evaluation of Patients with Moderate Body Hair Growth
Women with moderate body hair have higher levels of certain hormones and may benefit from treatment that increases sex hormone-binding protein.
research Androgens and Antiandrogens: Impact on Women's Health and Hormone Replacement Therapy
Male hormones, or androgens, affect women's health in areas like mood and bone density, and hormone replacement therapy using antiandrogenic progestogens can improve mood disorders and alertness in menopausal women.
research Female Hirsutism: Pathophysiological Considerations and Therapeutic Implications
Excessive hair growth in women often has no known cause and is not linked to race or other hormonal symptoms.
research Assessment of the Obese Patient
Doctors need to be better prepared to assess and treat obesity in patients.
research Role of Oxidative Stress in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Oxidative stress is a key factor in the development of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, and weight management can improve symptoms.
research Surrogate End-Points or Primary Outcomes in Clinical Trials in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome?
The document suggests that clinical trials for PCOS should focus on meaningful primary outcomes like live birth rates, rather than less reliable surrogate markers.
research Progestogens in Menopausal Hormone Therapy
Progestogens are essential in menopausal hormone therapy to prevent uterine cancer and must be chosen carefully based on individual needs.
research Intracrine Androgen Biosynthesis, Metabolism, and Action Revisited
The document concludes that blocking the internal pathways that create androgens might help treat cancers that depend on sex hormones.
research The Investigation and Management of Hirsutism
The document says that hirsutism in women usually needs hair removal and hormone treatment to manage symptoms and improve well-being.
research Engineered Exosomes Biopotentiated Hydrogel Promote Hair Follicle Growth via Reprogramming the Perifollicular Microenvironment
The new hydrogel treatment promotes faster hair growth and better skin health for hair loss.
research Induction of Secreted WNT Factor WISP1/CCN4 by Human Prostate Stromal Cells Under Microenvironmental Hypoxia
Human prostate cells produce more WISP1/CCN4 when there's not enough oxygen.
research Low Sex-Hormone Binding Globulin Levels in Young Women with Diffuse Hair Loss
Young women with diffuse hair loss may have low SHBG levels, which could lead to more active testosterone and contribute to their hair loss.
research Androgen Treatment of Postmenopausal Women
Testosterone therapy can improve sexual desire and function in postmenopausal women but should be used cautiously and not based solely on testosterone levels.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and the Differential Diagnosis of Hyperandrogenism
The document concludes that careful evaluation is needed to diagnose PCOS correctly due to similar symptoms in other conditions, and accurate testosterone level measurement is crucial.