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Androgens and androgen receptors are important for metabolic health, affecting how the body uses glucose and fats through mitochondrial function.

A postmenopausal woman's facial redness, acne, and excess hair were caused by too much hormone therapy for insomnia, but improved after stopping the treatment.

People with hair loss have more androgen receptors and enzymes in certain follicles, with men and women showing different patterns.

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

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.

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

The guidelines advise against using testosterone and DHEA in women for most conditions due to safety and effectiveness concerns, but suggest considering testosterone for postmenopausal women with low sexual desire.

MK-0773 safely increased muscle mass but did not improve muscle strength or function in elderly women with sarcopenia.

Antiandrogens like flutamide are effective in treating conditions like prostate cancer and hair loss, but there's a need for more potent versions. Understanding their structure can help develop better treatments.

High androgen levels in young women with PCOS are linked to higher blood pressure.

Estrogen Receptor ß (ERß) is the main hormone controller in human skin and hair follicles, not Estrogen Receptor α (ERα) or the Androgen Receptor (AR).

Thyroid hormones help hair grow, reduce hair loss, and increase hair pigment.

Lowering testosterone speeds up wound healing in male mice.

Hirsutism is more linked to high androgen levels than acne or hair loss, and a mix of hormonal tests is best for diagnosis; certain treatments can reduce symptoms.

Too much male hormone is the main cause of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.

Testosterone replacement may help some postmenopausal women with symptoms like fatigue and low libido, but more research is needed to fully understand its effects.

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

Genetics and hormones play a role in male and female hair loss, but more research is needed to fully understand it.

The conclusion is that managing androgen excess requires long-term treatment, including hormonal contraceptives and androgen blockers, with follow-up after six months.

A new gene, JMJD1C, may affect testosterone levels in men.

E211 G>A gene linked to lower risk of severe prostate cancer and hair loss.

Genetic differences may affect COVID-19 deaths; anti-androgens could be potential treatment.

Women with PCOS have higher androgen levels that decrease with age but are still higher than in women without PCOS.

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

Androgens can both promote and prevent hair growth due to differences in gene expression in hair follicles.

Finasteride reduces hair loss and treats BPH without major hormone changes, but may cause sexual dysfunction.

The research found that anovulatory young women have higher androgen and hormone levels than those who ovulate, suggesting immature hormonal regulation rather than a specific condition.

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

Androgen receptor activity blocks Wnt/β-catenin signaling, affecting hair growth and skin cell balance.

Male genital development is driven by androgen signaling and understanding it could help address congenital anomalies.