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Androgen Deprivation Therapy for prostate cancer often reduces sexual function but intermittent therapy may be more tolerable.

A certain genetic variant in the androgen receptor may predict the severity of COVID-19 in men.

Certain gene patterns in breast cancer are linked to how active hormone receptors are and could affect patient survival.

A genetic variant in the androgen receptor gene increases heart disease risk in women but not in men.

A 15-year-old girl with no menstrual period was diagnosed with a genetic condition that makes her body unable to respond to male hormones, leading to female characteristics despite having male genetic makeup.

Using anabolic androgenic steroids can cause serious, lasting health problems in many parts of the body.

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

Acne is an important sign of androgen excess disorders in women.

Long-term use of finasteride and dutasteride can cause serious health issues like diabetes and liver problems.

Hormones and their receptors, especially androgens, play a key role in hair growth and disorders like baldness.

The European Society of Endocrinology advises individualized long-term management for PCOS, focusing on lifestyle changes, accurate diagnosis, and treatments for associated health risks and symptoms.

Androgen therapy can help with symptoms like low libido in women, but more research is needed to understand its long-term safety and effects on health.

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

Androgens play a complex role in skin conditions like acne and hair loss in women, and normal blood levels don't always show true androgen status.

Male hormones are important for hair and oil gland development and can cause conditions like excessive hair growth and acne.

High levels of male hormones are very common in women with PCOS and affect their metabolism differently depending on their weight.

Women with a certain type of tumor had higher levels of pregnancy hormone and male hormones, which decreased after treatment.

Hirsutism is excessive hair growth in women often caused by polycystic ovarian syndrome, and identifying the cause is important for managing associated health risks.

FPHL is common in women, influenced by genetics and hormones, and can be treated with medications, laser therapy, or hair transplantation.

Hormones affect prostate health and disease, with certain hormone imbalances linked to prostate cancer and benign prostatic hyperplasia.

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.

Bald men may have a lower risk of testicular cancer.

The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment of Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia are crucial for preventing serious health issues and improving patient outcomes.

ADT, especially enzalutamide, may increase the risk of heart rhythm problems and sudden death in men.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is linked to higher risk of hypertension and heart disease.

Female pattern hair loss involves thinning hair on crown and frontal scalp, diagnosed by hair ratio, and treated with minoxidil, antiandrogens, or hair transplantation.

Men have worse COVID-19 outcomes than women due to genetic and hormonal differences.

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

The document concludes that careful history and physical exams are crucial for accurately diagnosing polycystic ovary syndrome and distinguishing it from other similar conditions.

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