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Pattern baldness is likely caused by a dominant gene influenced by testosterone levels, making it more common in men.

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.

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.

DHT, a testosterone byproduct, causes male pattern baldness.

Androgens like testosterone affect hair growth and oil production differently across body parts and individuals.

Testosterone and dihydrotestosterone affect hair growth, and new techniques like the folliculogram help study it, but fully understanding hair growth is still complex.

Testosterone replacement is recommended for men with low testosterone levels and symptoms of hypogonadism.

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.

Testosterone therapy may slightly improve sexual function in postmenopausal women, but its long-term safety is unknown.

Testosterone's effects on COVID-19 are unclear and need more research.

Most hirsutism cases are due to PCOS, and treatment focuses on lowering testosterone and blocking its effects.

Chromium supplements don't improve insulin, hormone levels, or cholesterol in women with PCOS but raise testosterone levels.

The document concludes that careful evaluation is needed to diagnose PCOS correctly due to similar symptoms in other conditions, and accurate testosterone level measurement is crucial.

Male rats have more somatostatin neurons than females due to testosterone converting to estrogen during early development.

Testosterone therapy may slightly increase sexual desire in women with HSDD but lacks broad recommendation due to safety concerns and limited approval.

Testosterone is crucial for development, growth, and various body functions in mammals.

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

Chromosomal differences affect how muscle cells respond to testosterone.

More research is needed to understand how testosterone is maintained in adult males.

Testosterone replacement therapy helps manage deficiency and has various methods, but requires careful monitoring to avoid side effects.

Testosterone therapy can help improve sexual function, mood, and bone density in women with low androgen levels, but more research is needed on long-term safety.

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

The foreword introduces a medical issue discussing male hormonal health, treatments, and the effects of conditions like obesity and aging.

5α-reductase is essential for male sexual development and its inhibitors have potential in treating various conditions related to hormone action.

The document concludes that accurate measurement of serum androgens is crucial for diagnosing hyperandrogenism.

Acne severity is linked to higher levels of certain androgenic hormones, even when those levels are within the normal range.

The chapter explains the causes of excessive hair growth and masculinization in women and how to measure hormone levels related to these conditions.

Birth control pills can cause skin issues but may help with acne and hirsutism, and choosing the right type can minimize side effects.

Metformin helps improve menstrual irregularities and some hormone levels in PCOS patients, but not symptoms like excess hair, acne, or hair loss.

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