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Finasteride negatively affects fish reproduction and gonadal development.

Occipital hair follicles in male pattern baldness respond uniquely to testosterone, not androgen-insensitive.

Women with androgen excess, especially those with PCOS, have a much higher risk of heart disease and stroke.

Testosterone therapy can improve sexual function in women but long-term safety is unclear.

The birth control combination of ethinylestradiol and drospirenone helps treat symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome.

Spironolactone is a low-cost, effective, and generally safe treatment for various skin conditions related to hormones.

A PET-CT scan successfully located a hard-to-find Leydig cell tumor in a woman with hormonal symptoms.

The document concludes that treating androgen excess needs patience, managing expectations is important, and many drugs used are not officially approved, suggesting cosmetic options for mild cases.

Finasteride lowers good cholesterol, raises bad fats, and may increase heart disease risk.

Androgen replacement therapy can improve libido and mood in women with severe androgen deficiency, but more research is needed on its long-term safety.

5-alpha reductase inhibitors might worsen lung recovery in COVID-19 patients, suggesting a pause in their use.

Androgens like testosterone are important hormones for both men and women, made differently in each sex and affecting the body by regulating genes and quick interactions with cell components.

The guideline suggests using specific criteria to diagnose PCOS, recommends various treatments for its symptoms, and advises screening for related health issues.

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

Epitestosterone may counteract testosterone's effects and has roles in body processes like prostate growth and hair distribution.

Anabolic steroids can build muscle and strength but have risks and need more research on their clinical benefits and side effects.

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

Hirsutism is excessive male-pattern hair growth in women, often caused by hormonal imbalances, and requires ongoing treatment to manage.

The same hormone can affect gene expression differently in various tissues, which could lead to new treatments for conditions like hair loss.

Scientists have developed a new method to detect steroid abuse in athletes using cell-based tests, which could be the future of anti-doping methods.

For women with moderate to severe unwanted hair growth or acne, birth control pills are the first choice, with other medications like cyproterone, spironolactone, flutamide, or finasteride as alternatives, and permanent hair removal should be done with electrolysis or laser.

Clinicians should use social and prescription data to track trends in performance-enhancing drug use.

Taking 1mg finasteride tablets for 6 months can lower good cholesterol (HDL) and raise triglycerides in men with hair loss.

Women with persistent acne and high levels of antimullerian hormone are more likely to have polycystic ovarian syndrome.

Low testosterone and 5α-reductase inhibitors can harm men's metabolic and sexual health; testosterone therapy may help, but discussing 5α-RIs' side effects is important.

Some curcumin-like compounds can effectively and safely block the enzyme linked to hair loss and other conditions related to male hormones.

Men on 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors might have worse COVID-19 outcomes.

PCOS starts in adolescence with hormonal issues, leading to adult health problems, and early treatment is crucial.

Girls with PCOS during adolescence have a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes, and early treatment can help manage this risk.