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Women with hair thinning have disrupted steroid hormone levels, but this doesn't often show as other health issues. More research is needed on hormone balance in this condition.

Men with lower 2nd to 4th finger ratios tend to have larger sinus volumes.

SHBG binding properties are unchanged in male liver cirrhosis patients.

Tributyltin exposure causes sex changes, sterilization, and decline in the snail Ocinebrina aciculata, risking its extinction.

Male and female skin differ due to hormones, affecting conditions like hair loss, acne, and skin cancer, and suggesting a need for gender-specific treatments.

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

Androgen therapy can help with symptoms like low libido in women, but more research is needed to understand its long-term safety and effects on health.

Common Black hair care products may affect hormone levels and potentially impact health, especially in reproductive and metabolic areas.

Estrogen replacement can improve skin health in menopausal women but doesn't reverse sun damage or prevent hair loss.

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.

Testosterone therapy is beneficial for women's health and does not cause masculinization or liver damage, and it protects the heart and breasts.

The document concludes that for hair and feather growth, it's better to target the environment around stem cells than the cells themselves.

Experts recommend thorough medical, sexual, and psychosocial assessments for women's sexual dysfunctions, and suggest individualized treatment plans with regular check-ups. They also mention potential use of estrogen and androgen therapy, but with caution due to safety concerns.

Certain gene patterns in breast cancer are linked to how active hormone receptors are and could affect patient survival.

Blocking androgen activity in newborn rats affects body weight and appetite-related hormones differently in males and females.

Antiandrogens and androgen inhibitors like spironolactone, finasteride, and dutasteride can treat hair loss and skin conditions, but they have risks and side effects, including potential harm to pregnant women and risks of cancer and heart issues. Herbal remedies also have antiandrogenic effects but lack safety validation.

Menopause and aging can affect women's quality of life and sexuality, but hormone therapies may help alleviate these issues.

Finasteride exposure harms tadpole reproduction and hormone balance.

The document suggests that blocking sweat glands with antiperspirants might allow skin-generated hormones to be absorbed, possibly increasing breast and prostate cancer risk.

The levonorgestrel implant increases free testosterone and lowers SHBG more than DMPA-IM and the copper IUD.

High levels of testosterone and 5α-DHT can lead to cell death in cells important for hair growth.

Adult female acne is a complex condition that can worsen with menopause, requiring holistic treatment and tailored skincare at different life stages.

Understanding how hair follicle stem cells work can help find new ways to prevent hair loss and promote hair growth.

Male and female bodies respond differently to stress, influenced by hormones and development stages, with implications for stress-related diseases.

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

The balance between androgen receptor and p53 is crucial for sebaceous gland differentiation.

Androgens are important for normal ovarian function and estrogen production, but may not be the main cause of follicle death.

Oestrogens help maintain healthy skin, heal wounds, and may protect against skin aging and cancer.

The conclusion is that while oral contraceptive pills are effective for PCOS-related high androgen levels, new treatments with fewer side effects are needed.

The conclusion suggests that prostate cancer should be classified by castration status and that new therapies targeting androgen receptor signaling show promise.