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Male hormones, or androgens, affect women's health in areas like mood and bone density, and hormone replacement therapy using antiandrogenic progestogens can improve mood disorders and alertness in menopausal women.

The enzyme 5α-reductase type 1 is important for blood vessel development and fertility in the uterus.

The enzyme 5α-reductase is important for proper blood vessel development during the fertility-related transformation of the uterus lining.

Oxidative stress worsens PCOS by damaging cells and disrupting metabolism, suggesting antioxidant treatments might help.

A patient with untreated congenital adrenal hyperplasia had large benign tumors in her adrenal glands removed, improving her symptoms.

Long-term treatment with buprenorphine/naloxone for opioid addiction may lead to secondary adrenal insufficiency.

Removing the ovarian tumor improved the woman's hormonal symptoms.

Pig hair cortisol levels are inheritable and linked to stress responses, which could help select for more resilient pigs.

A 13-year-old girl's masculine symptoms improved after surgery for a rare adrenal tumor that produced male hormones.

A transman experienced lasting virilization symptoms after stopping testosterone, which were resolved with estradiol treatment.

A rare ovarian cancer with a good outlook was found in a woman with unusual hair growth and abdominal symptoms.

A woman's hair loss and other symptoms were due to a rare hormone deficiency treatable with steroids.

A 14-year-old girl with no menstrual period was diagnosed with Swyer Syndrome and treated for a related cancer risk.

Ovarian thecomas can cause virilization in postmenopausal women and are treated with surgery.

A man with severe hair loss regrew hair after hormone treatment.

Most men seeking hair transplants have Male Pattern Baldness, influenced by genetics, age, and testosterone, while women's hair loss can be affected by thyroid function, iron, testosterone, prolactin, ferritin levels, and certain conditions. Follicular Unit Extraction is a popular hair transplant technique.

Certain supplements, like whey protein isolate and growth hormones, can worsen hair loss.

Women's ovarian hormones and adrenal androgens change throughout life, affecting hair loss and health.

DHEA did not improve sexual function, well-being, or menopausal symptoms in postmenopausal women with low libido but caused side effects like acne and increased facial hair.

A woman with a rare adrenal tumor and hormonal disorder had improved testosterone levels after surgery, but her menstrual irregularities continued.

Prolactin levels do not control the start of winter fur growth in mink.

Diet and supplements can significantly affect acne, with some foods and nutrients reducing and others worsening it.

Higher SHBG levels are linked to less severe hair loss in women, but vitamin D levels don't seem to affect hair loss.

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

Chromium supplements don't help with weight loss or improve hormone and metabolism issues in people with polycystic ovary syndrome.

The conclusion is that standardizing testosterone measurement methods is essential for better diagnosis accuracy in women.

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

Hormonal changes and psychological issues can cause sexual dysfunction in postmenopausal women. Behavioral therapy is recommended first, with hormone replacement helping some symptoms but not libido. Testosterone can improve libido, but its effects on overall sexual function are unclear. Emotional and relationship issues should be addressed before using medication, and the benefits and risks of testosterone supplementation should be considered.

The NAMS 2014 recommendations guide healthcare providers on treating health issues in midlife women, emphasizing individualized care and informed decision-making.

Some treatments for hair loss, like finasteride, biotin, and minoxidil, can be effective, but their success varies by individual case.