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Researchers identified genes in scalp hair follicles that may affect hair traits and hair loss.

Higher testosterone harms sperm motility, while higher estradiol improves sperm survival.

Graft-versus-host disease is a complication where donor immune cells attack the recipient's body, often affecting the skin, liver, and gastrointestinal tract.

Hormonal contraceptives can help treat acne by affecting sebum production and androgen levels.

The enzymes 5α-reductase and 3α/β-hydroxysteroid oxidoreductase help create brain-active substances from progesterone and testosterone, which could be used for treatment, but more research is needed to ensure their safety and effectiveness.

The conclusion is that standardizing testosterone measurement methods is essential for better diagnosis accuracy in women.

Dihydrotestosterone causes p27 protein breakdown in ovarian and breast cancer cells by binding with SKP2.

Changing the C-ring structure in certain compounds can make them better at blocking a specific human enzyme.

Androgens play a role in female sexual function, and testosterone therapy can help women with low sexual desire, but more research is needed on treatments and long-term safety.

The document concludes that using LC-MS/MS for measuring androgens is more accurate than older methods, but it needs careful validation and standardized references to be most effective.

The research found that measuring androgens in urine can give extra information about body metabolism and is linked to androgen levels in the blood, especially in young girls.

The testes produce important hormones like testosterone and others that play key roles in male body functions.

Copper deficiency may cause hair loss, and treating it could involve nutrition and hormones.

Testosterone is key for male sexual function, and treating hormone imbalances can improve sexual issues.

Cyproterone acetate may cause liver cancer at high doses, but is considered safe at recommended doses for approved uses.

Testing basal 17-HP levels is a good way to screen for nonclassic adrenal hyperplasia in women with high androgen levels.

New treatments for hair loss show promise, especially finasteride for men and a stronger minoxidil formula.

Enzymes involved in Vitamin A metabolism affect hair growth and type in mice.

Finasteride and minoxidil are effective FDA-approved treatments for androgenetic alopecia.

New compounds may soon be tested to treat excessive hair growth in women.

Certain ESR1 gene variations may affect hormone levels and fat distribution in women with high male hormone levels.

5α-reductase inhibitors can interfere with doping tests by masking banned substances.

Genes and epigenetic changes are important in the development of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.

Blocking 5α-reductase can harm memory and brain structure, and increase harmful brain changes in male mice used for Alzheimer's disease research.

Insulin resistance is linked to high male hormone levels in women, often seen in those with PCOS.

Hormones, especially testosterone and DHT, are key for penis development and function, and testosterone therapy may help with erectile dysfunction in those with low levels.

SHBG may be a useful early indicator and treatment target for PCOS.

Higher BPA levels may be linked to idiopathic hyperandrogenemia in women.

Androgens increase EPO production, finasteride doesn't significantly impact it.