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Drospirenone is a unique progestin with anti-water retention and potential blood pressure benefits, used in birth control and hormone therapy.

Blocking the virus's entry into cells by targeting certain pathways could lead to early COVID-19 treatments.

Prolactin slows down hair growth in mice.

Cyproterone acetate is effective for treating hirsutism and acne but less so for hair loss, with side effects similar to birth control pills.

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

Testosterone therapy can help improve mood, sexual function, and bone health in women with low androgen levels, but more research is needed to establish safe and effective guidelines.

Testosterone reduces key molecules needed for early pregnancy in rats.

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

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

The guideline recommends mental health involvement in diagnosing gender identity disorder and outlines hormone and surgical treatment protocols, emphasizing safety, informed consent, and long-term monitoring.

Male hormones may play a role in the development of heart disease, and more research is needed to understand their effects.

Melatonin affects many body functions beyond sleep by interacting with specific receptors in various tissues.

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

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

Human skin makes sexual hormones that affect hair growth, skin health, and healing; too much can cause acne and hair loss, while treatments can manage these conditions.

Removing part of the vitamin D receptor stops vitamin D from working properly.

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.

Melatonin may help with sleep issues, depression, and cancer, but more research is needed.

Estrogens can improve skin aging but carry risks; more research is needed on safer treatments.

Menopause can lead to skin and hair problems due to hormonal changes, but hormone replacement therapy might help slow these effects.

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

Estrogen therapy can reduce skin aging but has cancer risks.

Estrogen replacement can improve skin health in menopausal women but doesn't reverse sun damage or prevent hair loss.

Estrogen loss during menopause worsens skin health, but hormone replacement therapy may improve it, though more research is needed.

Hair follicles produce and respond to melatonin, affecting hair growth and sensitivity to estrogen.

Hibiscus plant extracts may have health benefits like lowering blood pressure and protecting the heart.

Macrophages help regrow hair by activating stem cells using AKT/β-catenin and TNF.

Finasteride treats enlarged prostate, shrinks it, improves urination, but may cause sexual dysfunction and isn't for women or children.

Testosterone therapy seems safe for postmenopausal women for a few years, but more research is needed for long-term effects.

After menopause, women lose a lot of skin collagen, but estrogen replacement might improve skin health.