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Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) mainly affects nearby cells, doesn't significantly change prostate hormonal environment or cancer risk, and doesn't play a main role in causing hair loss or acne. More research is needed on its effects on heart health, sexual function, and bone health.

The healthcare for transgender veterans could be better with a more unified team approach.

A new mutation linked to partial Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome and prostate cancer was found in a patient unhappy with their female gender assignment.

The patient's high testosterone was reduced by a medication that suppresses gonadotropin.

Topical finasteride may help treat facial hirsutism in women.

Vitamin A toxicity can cause serious health issues like hypercalcemia and is often overlooked.

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis is used in traditional medicine and is safe in high doses, with various health benefits.

Treating classic 21-hydroxylase deficiency requires precise glucocorticoid dosing and attention to individual patient needs, with new treatments showing promise.

Testosterone and dihydrotestosterone treatments can help with penile growth in males with 5α-reductase type 2 deficiency, with dihydrotestosterone being more effective in infancy.

High-dose biotin can cause false thyroid test results; stop taking biotin two days before testing to avoid errors.

People with reproductive, thyroid disorders, and type 2 diabetes can experience voice changes, but more research is needed to understand this better.

A 13-year-old boy with Cushing syndrome has high cortisol levels from a pituitary gland issue and underdeveloped sexual characteristics.

Bariatric surgery patients need careful before and after surgery care for safety and long-term health.

Enzymes called 5α-reductases have many body functions and need more research to safely use inhibitors.

A woman's adrenal tumor disappeared after treatment with cyproterone acetate.

New findings explain how genetic changes, body clocks, and certain molecules affect tissue response to stress hormones.

Early diagnosis and hormone therapy can significantly improve outcomes for post-partum pituitary insufficiency in resource-limited settings.

The link between physical signs of high male hormones and hormone levels in women with PCOS changes with age.

Curcumin improved some metabolic factors in women with PCOS but did not affect cholesterol, insulin, or testosterone levels.

A pineal tumor caused a boy's early puberty, which changed from peripheral to central after treatment.

A woman with childhood growth hormone deficiency had multiple hormone deficiencies and developed serious lung and kidney problems later in life.

Vitamin D and its receptor regulate skin functions like cell growth, immunity, hair cycle, and tumor prevention.

Stress can worsen skin conditions by affecting hormone levels and immune response.

Nonclassic adrenal hyperplasia is a genetic condition that can cause early puberty and fertility problems, treated with specific steroids.

The skin's ability to produce hormones is linked to various skin conditions, and better understanding this process could lead to new treatments.

The document concludes that using LC-MS/MS for measuring androgens is more accurate than older methods, but it needs careful validation and standardized references to be most effective.

Thyroid diseases may contribute to autoimmune skin diseases, and more research is needed on their relationship.

PCOS affects fertility and is linked to obesity and menstrual irregularities; lifestyle changes are recommended for treatment.

Certain inhibitors can potentially treat prostate cancer and other hormone-dependent conditions by controlling sex hormone levels in cells.

Sex hormones like estrogen and testosterone may affect COVID-19 severity differently in men and women, potentially influencing prevention and treatment strategies.