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DHEA did not improve sexual function, well-being, or menopausal symptoms in postmenopausal women with low libido but caused side effects like acne and increased facial hair.

Amenorrhea is when a woman doesn't have periods, with primary amenorrhea starting by age 15 or within five years of breast development, and secondary amenorrhea when periods stop for three months. It affects 3-4% of women not pregnant, breastfeeding, or in menopause, mainly due to polycystic ovary syndrome, hypothalamic amenorrhea, hyperprolactinemia, and ovarian failure.

Scientists made all eight versions of a compound called cyoctol, but found it's not an anti-androgen and it fully breaks down in the skin.

Certain gene variants may contribute to high androgen levels in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.

The safety and effectiveness of gender-affirming treatments for children are uncertain, with potential long-term risks like infertility.

Androgens are important for female fertility and could help in IVF treatment, but also play a role in causing PCOS.

DHT stops hair regrowth in mice, similar to human hair loss.

Dutasteride may help protect neurons and reduce inflammation in Parkinson's disease.

Hormone imbalances can cause specific skin changes, which may help in early detection of endocrine disorders.

The document explains how male reproductive hormones work and affect the body.

PCOS is a hormonal disorder causing symptoms like irregular periods and acne, and increases the risk of diabetes and heart disease.

Experts recommend using evidence-based methods to diagnose and treat hirsutism, focusing on symptoms and underlying causes.

The document concludes that hirsutism can be managed with various treatments tailored to the individual, potentially improving quality of life.

People with PCOS, especially if obese, often have NAFLD, linked to obesity, insulin resistance, and high androgen levels.

African American men with prostate cancer have more androgen receptor mutations, which may lead to more aggressive cancer compared to Caucasian American men.

Obese women with PCOS show a male-like pattern in certain fat tissue gene expressions.

Genetics play a role in acne, but how exactly they contribute is not fully understood.

Hormonal treatments can help with acne but are not the first choice due to side effects and the need for careful patient selection.

The conclusion suggests that prostate cancer should be classified by castration status and that new therapies targeting androgen receptor signaling show promise.

The report concludes that PCOS is mainly a condition of excess male hormones and its definition may change as new information is discovered.

Amenorrhea is relatively rare and initial testing should check FSH, TSH, and prolactin levels.

Men with advanced liver disease and high oestrone and low testosterone levels have worse health outcomes.

The conclusion is to diagnose PCOS with just hyperandrogenism and irregular periods, and treat with lifestyle changes and basic medications.

Two women with very high androgen levels had only slight skin issues, one due to a non-classical adrenal disorder and the other due to an adrenal tumor.

Finasteride doesn't affect ovulation in normal women.

Hirsute women have lower type 2 17β-HSD enzyme levels, which improve with treatment.

The document concludes that identifying the cause of amenorrhea is crucial for proper treatment.

Insulin resistance is linked to PCOS and can lead to other health issues, but treatments like metformin can help manage symptoms.

Some plant-based treatments may help with ovary function, insulin resistance, and excess male hormones in PCOS, but more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.

A transwoman developed a brain tumor after nine years of hormone therapy, suggesting a possible link between the treatment and tumor development.