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A 17-year-old female with adrenogenital syndrome produces very high levels of androgens, which prevent complete feminization despite high estrogen doses.

Spironolactone can cause side effects like irregular bleeding, but lower doses may reduce these effects and still improve hirsutism.

Androgens and other hormones affect hair growth and skin conditions like acne.

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

The testes produce important hormones like testosterone and others that play key roles in male body functions.

Women generally handle heart enlargement better than men, but it's riskier for them if it occurs; hormones like estrogen offer some protection.

Men and women get COVID-19 at similar rates, but men tend to get sicker and have a higher risk of dying, while women usually have stronger immune responses and vaccine reactions.

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

Certain drugs, especially antiandrogens and spironolactone, significantly increase the risk of gynecomastia.

ERβ has potential in treating prostate cancer and neurodegenerative diseases, but human studies are needed before clinical use.

Male yak hair growth is influenced by DHT synthesis, which is promoted by 5α-red1 and AR during growth phases, while E2 may inhibit growth through ERα.

Dihydrotestosterone makes arteries stiffer in female mice by reducing estrogen receptor expression.

Patients with advanced breast cancer and high hormone receptor levels who had surgery for ovarian/pelvic metastases lived longer, especially if they had high estrogen receptor levels.

Most adrenal cortex tumors are benign and non-secreting, but proper diagnosis and treatment are important due to the rare possibility of cancer.

Chinese black tea extract helped mice grow hair, especially when combined with capsaicin.

Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) stops hair growth in mice by lowering a growth factor important for hair.

Clascoterone is a new, effective, and safe acne treatment without systemic side effects.

Birth control pills increase certain receptor activities in female gerbil prostate glands and can lead to prostate changes.

Birth control pills with low-dose estrogen and antiandrogenic progestins can effectively treat acne.

New compounds can block testosterone effects in rats and might help treat conditions like prostate cancer and acne.

Keratin 79 is linked to liver damage and may help diagnose liver diseases.

Testosterone raises blood pressure by affecting kidney function and brain gene regulation over time.

Using 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors, drugs for prostate issues and hair loss, may lead to eye abnormalities in men.

Eating a balanced diet with specific nutrients can help manage menopause symptoms and prevent related health issues.

Topical minoxidil is the most promising treatment for male pattern hair loss, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness and safety.

Skin aging is caused by stem cell damage and can potentially be delayed with treatments like antioxidants and stem cell therapy.

Cyproterone acetate can cause rare shortness of breath in women.

Many women experience sexual dysfunction, but few seek help, and better treatment and medical training are needed.

Androgen receptors are active in many tissues of both male and female mice, not just reproductive organs.

Mutant mice help researchers understand hair growth and related genetic factors.