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Certain drugs change freshwater snail shells to a "banana" shape.

Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) is a prohormone important for producing sex steroids and has potential health benefits.

Hormones, especially androgens, play a key role in acne, which can be a symptom of systemic diseases like PCOS and may require targeted treatment.

DHT, a testosterone byproduct, causes male pattern baldness.

Hair diversity is influenced by complex genetics and environmental factors, requiring more research for practical solutions.

Certain HSD3B1 gene types are linked to worse prostate cancer outcomes and affect treatment response and other health conditions.

The normal human prostate does not significantly affect blood DHT levels.

Birth control pills combined with bicalutamide are more effective at reducing excessive hair growth in women with PCOS than birth control pills alone.

Premature balding in some men may be linked to altered hormones, but it's not the male equivalent to polycystic ovary syndrome or metabolic syndrome.

Certain inhibitors can potentially treat prostate cancer and other hormone-dependent conditions by controlling sex hormone levels in cells.

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

Mice lacking steroid 5α-reductase 2 show less aggression and better impulse control.

Analog 23 is a promising compound for prostate cancer treatment.

Glucocorticoids and sex hormones affect skin health, with potential for targeted treatments to minimize side effects and treat skin conditions.

Women with non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia have higher risk for heart and metabolic problems.

PCOS is linked to a higher risk of endometrial cancer but not ovarian or breast cancer, and more research is needed on its role in cancer development and treatment effects.

Androgen treatment with dihydrotestosterone may help maintain height in patients with 5-α-reductase type 2 deficiency, especially before puberty.

Finasteride in male rats causes liver and metabolic issues in their offspring.

PCOS is a complex condition with major health impacts, needing more research for better diagnosis and treatment.

The enzyme steroid sulfatase is linked to breast cancer and other conditions, and inhibitors are being developed for treatment.

Insulin resistance and obesity are key factors in the development and worsening of polycystic ovary syndrome, and lifestyle changes are important for managing it.

Androgens can both increase and decrease hair growth in different parts of the body.

Hormone treatments for transgender individuals generally improve mental health and physical transition, with some health risks that require medical supervision.

Male hormones, particularly DHT, are linked to male pattern hair loss, and treatments like finasteride can help, but they don't work for postmenopausal women's hair loss, which may have different causes.

Early diagnosis and individualized treatment improve outcomes for Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia.

The update highlights that non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia is common in women with excess male hormones, requires specific hormone tests for diagnosis, and has various treatment options depending on age and symptoms.

Skin problems in COVID-19 patients are rare and may be due to the body's complex immune response or blood clotting issues.

Women with PCOS often have skin problems like excessive hair, acne, hair loss, and dark patches, which can be treated with hormonal and non-hormonal therapies.

The document explains how the male reproductive system works, its role in making testosterone, and how conditions like obesity can disrupt it, leading to low testosterone and fertility issues.

The enzyme 17β-HSD type 2 mainly performs oxidation in human sebaceous glands, which may help protect against acne.