57 citations
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October 2013 in “international journal of endocrinology and metabolism” This review discusses clinical features, differential diagnosis, and treatments for female pattern hair loss, emphasizing the use of 2% topical Minoxidil and exploring alternative off-label therapies.
55 citations
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January 2007 in “Climacteric” This paper reviews guidelines discussed at a meeting about research and practice themes, but reports no new research findings.
51 citations
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April 1999 in “The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology” This review examines androgen replacement therapy in women for treating androgen deficiency symptoms and reports no new clinical results, while noting potential safety within a specific dose range.
48 citations
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April 2010 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This article reviews gender differences in skin disorders, highlighting variations in disease prevalence and type between sexes, but reports no new findings, emphasizing potential implications for prevention and treatment strategies.
46 citations
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January 2007 in “The European Journal of Contraception & Reproductive Health Care” This review discusses the increased risk of venous thromboembolism associated with combined hormonal contraceptives, particularly noting higher risks with certain progestins like desogestrel, gestodene, and cyproterone acetate, but reports no new clinical findings.
32 citations
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September 2018 in “Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology” This article states that hormone therapy with estrogens and antiandrogens for transgender females is within an obstetrician-gynecologist's practice scope and involves careful dosing and monitoring to manage short-term thrombotic risks.
32 citations
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January 2018 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” This article provides a framework for understanding hair disorders and treatment options in transgender individuals undergoing hormonal therapy and reports no new clinical results.
21 citations
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April 2019 in “Endocrinology and Metabolism Clinics of North America” This review discusses skin diseases in transgender patients receiving gender-affirming hormone therapy and procedures, highlighting unique conditions and the underdiagnosis that affects their quality of life and mental health.
21 citations
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November 2014 in “Journal of Endocrinological Investigation” This review discusses cross-sex hormone therapy for managing gender dysphoria in transsexual individuals and reports no new clinical results; it highlights the need for education and culturally sensitive training for healthcare professionals.
18 citations
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January 2004 in “Dermatologic Clinics” This article discusses nutritional contributions to hair health and highlights the need for identifying risk factors for deficiencies but reports no new clinical findings.
17 citations
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June 2018 in “Sexual Medicine Reviews” In this review, the authors examined guidelines and literature on the non-operative treatment of gender dysphoria, highlighting the importance of personalized, multidisciplinary care, and noting that such treatment is generally safe and effective according to WPATH and Endocrine Society recommendations.
17 citations
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November 2012 in “Maturitas” This review discusses the management of hair loss in midlife women, focusing on female pattern hair loss, hair shaft alterations from hair care, and telogen effluvium, and reports no new research findings.
17 citations
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April 2006 in “Dermatologic Clinics” This review discusses common skin disorders in older women and their treatments, but it reports no new clinical results.
12 citations
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March 2017 in “Journal of obstetrics and gynaecology Canada” This review discusses the limitations of serum androgen measurements in diagnosing and treating women with potential androgen-related disorders and the potential role of androgen replacement therapy for those with sexual interest/arousal disorders, reporting no new results.
11 citations
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November 2022 in “Journal of Endocrinological Investigation” In this study, gender-affirming hormonal treatment was associated with increased hair growth, acne, and alopecia prevalence in transgender individuals assigned female at birth, while opposite dermatological changes were observed in those assigned male at birth.
10 citations
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February 2016 in “The Journal for Nurse Practitioners” This article discusses the basic care and issues primary care providers should consider when treating transgender patients, but it reports no new clinical results.
10 citations
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May 2009 in “Sexual and Relationship Therapy” This review summarizes existing clinical guidelines for hormonal therapy in gender dysphoria, observing similarities in international practices and emphasizing the need for more evidence-based research, particularly on GnRH agonists for both trans women and men.
7 citations
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September 2023 in “Cancer Treatment Reviews” This review highlights the possible impact of side effects from endocrine therapy on quality of life, emphasizing that these can lead to poor adherence and early treatment discontinuation in patients with hormone receptor positive early breast cancer, potentially worsening survival outcomes.
6 citations
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September 1998 in “The Journal of The British Menopause Society” This review discusses the changes in androgen levels with age in women and the potential benefits of testosterone replacement therapy as part of hormone replacement therapy for postmenopausal women, but it reports no new clinical results.
2 citations
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August 1987 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” This review discusses skin diseases related to contraceptive use, reporting potential issues with oral contraceptives and infrequent reactions to mechanical or barrier methods without new clinical findings.
1 citations
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May 2025 in “Scientific Reports” In this study, researchers analyzed skin tissues from two types of Jinlan Cashmere Goats and identified crucial non-coding RNA mechanisms potentially impacting cashmere yield, revealing significant DE lncRNAs, mRNA expressions, and pathways relevant to cashmere quality improvement.
1 citations
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June 2022 in “Frontiers in Neuroanatomy” This study found that neonatal blocking of androgen and estrogen pathways in rats altered sex-specific expression of estrogen and androgen receptors in adult pituitary and adrenal glands, potentially influencing lifelong neuroendocrine function.
1 citations
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February 1954 in “Journal of the American Geriatrics Society” Steroid hormones can help treat aging issues and improve health in elderly people.
March 2026 in “Seven Editora eBooks” This study systematically reviewed the use of topical testosterone products such as creams, gels, and patches, finding they effectively raise serum testosterone but pose significant systemic risks like acne and gynecomastia, necessitating careful medical oversight.
February 2026 in “Cureus” In this case report, a 25-year-old transgender woman on testosterone-blocking therapy developed generalised hypertrichosis after starting ciclosporin for severe plaque psoriasis, illustrating that ciclosporin can induce this side effect even under androgen suppression.
January 2017 in “Elsevier eBooks” Sex hormones affect reproduction, sexual development, and oral health, and it's important for dental practitioners to understand their effects and interactions.
May 2013 in “Springer eBooks” Skin problems in the elderly are unique and may indicate other diseases, involving changes in skin, hair, nails, and increased cancer risk.
October 2007 in “Postgraduate obstetrics & gynecology” Testosterone therapy can help with androgen deficiency in women but should be used with caution and monitoring due to potential risks.
October 2007 in “Postgraduate obstetrics & gynecology” This article reviews the unapproved use of testosterone for treating female androgen insufficiency and reports no new clinical results.