4 citations,
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275 citations,
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115 citations,
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2 citations,
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131 citations,
September 2017 in “Molecular and Cellular Endocrinology” The document concludes that blocking the internal pathways that create androgens might help treat cancers that depend on sex hormones.
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16 citations,
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11 citations,
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4 citations,
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30 citations,
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3 citations,
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Accurate diagnosis and tailored treatments are crucial for managing hair loss in humans and animals.
166 citations,
October 2018 in “Endocrine Reviews” Hormone treatments for transgender individuals generally improve mental health and physical transition, with some health risks that require medical supervision.
132 citations,
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26 citations,
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98 citations,
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26 citations,
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14 citations,
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6 citations,
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