research Testosterone and Female Sexuality: A Skeptical View
Testosterone's role in women's sex drive is unclear and needs more research, as low levels don't always mean less sexual interest and high levels can cause side effects.
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research Is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome a Sexual Conflict? A Review
The conclusion suggests that PCOS may persist due to genetic traits that, while harmful for female fertility, could have provided survival and reproductive benefits to males.
research Behavioral and Hormonal Changes Following the Continuous Administration of Testosterone in Adult Female Capuchin Monkeys (Sapajus Libidinosus)
Testosterone increases sexual behavior in female capuchin monkeys.
research The Safety of 52 Weeks of Oral DHEA Therapy for Postmenopausal Women
Taking DHEA for a year is generally safe for postmenopausal women but may cause acne and more facial hair without improving metabolism or aging.
research Grey-Scale Penile Ultrasound Findings in Young Men With Erectile Dysfunction Who Used Finasteride for Androgenic Alopecia
Finasteride for hair loss may cause erectile dysfunction due to tissue fibrosis, and various factors contribute to female sexual dysfunction.
research Androgens in Postmenopausal Women
Testosterone in older women can increase bone density, muscle mass, fat mass, improve memory, and boost libido, but may cause nipple color changes.
research Pharmacological Basis for Clinical Use of Antiandrogens
Cyproterone acetate is used to treat conditions like prostate cancer, early puberty, excessive sexual drive, and female androgenization by affecting androgen functions and suppressing certain hormones.
research Hormone Therapy in the Treatment of Breast Cancer and Main Outcomes in Sexuality
Hormone therapy for breast cancer often leads to sexual issues like vaginal dryness and decreased libido.
research Are Bald Men More Virile Than Their Well-Thatched Contemporaries?
Bald men are not more virile and may have fewer sexual partners.
research 46,XY Disorders of Sex Development Due to Type 2 5-Alpha Reductase Deficiency in Three Siblings: A Case Report from a Low-Resource Setting
Three siblings with a rare genetic condition had abnormal sexual development and chose different gender identities, needing surgery and therapy.
research Gender Effects in Allergology: Secondary Publications and Update
Gender differences affect allergy prevalence, severity, and response to environmental toxins, with women often more affected than men.
research Androgenetic Alopecia in Men Aged 40-69 Years: Prevalence and Risk Factors
Hair loss increases with age; alcohol raises risk, more female partners lowers it.
research Androgens and Antiandrogens: Impact on Women's Health and Hormone Replacement Therapy
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.
research Current Evaluation of Amenorrhea
Amenorrhea is when a woman doesn't have periods, with primary amenorrhea starting by age 15 or within five years of breast development, and secondary amenorrhea when periods stop for three months. It affects 3-4% of women not pregnant, breastfeeding, or in menopause, mainly due to polycystic ovary syndrome, hypothalamic amenorrhea, hyperprolactinemia, and ovarian failure.
research 5α-Reductase Inhibitors: A New Hope in Dermatology?
Finasteride shows promise for treating hair loss and excessive hair growth, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness and safety.
research American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery 2019 Late Breaking Abstracts
The conference reported improvements in muscle volume, skin cancer diagnosis, facial and vaginal rejuvenation, and hair growth using various laser treatments.
research Introductory Chapter: Alopecia Management – An Update
Some types of hair loss can be reversed, others are permanent, and treatments vary by type.
research A Gender Hypothesis of Sex Disparities in Adverse Drug Events
Gendered social factors, not just biology, contribute to sex differences in adverse drug events.
research CAG Repeat Testing of Androgen Receptor Polymorphism: Is This Necessary for the Best Clinical Management of Hypogonadism?
Testing for CAG repeat polymorphism in the androgen receptor gene is not currently recommended for managing hypogonadism.
research Evaluation of Sexual Function With an International Index of Erectile Function in Subjects Taking Finasteride for Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride for hair loss doesn't harm erectile function; weight loss and exercise improve it.
research Moisturizers, Lubricants, and Vulvar Hygiene Products: Issues, Answers, and Clinical Implications
Over-the-counter products can help with menopause symptoms, but be aware of their ingredients.
research Venous Thromboembolism and Women's Health
Women have a higher risk of blood clots from hormonal factors and need careful treatment, especially during pregnancy.
research Inhibitors of 5α-Reductase-Related Side Effects in Patients Seeking Medical Care for Sexual Dysfunction
5α-reductase inhibitors may worsen sexual drive and spontaneous erections but don't worsen existing erectile or ejaculatory problems.
research Safety of Testosterone Use in Women
Short-term testosterone therapy in women seems safe with few mild side effects, but long-term effects need more research.
research Are Hand Preference And Sexual Orientation Possible Predicting Factors For Finasteride Adverse Effects In Male Androgenic Alopecia?
Hand preference and sexual orientation may predict finasteride side effects in male hair loss.
research Clinical and Endocrine Effects of Finasteride, a 5α-Reductase Inhibitor, in Women with Idiopathic Hirsutism
Finasteride reduces hairiness and androgen levels in women with unexplained excessive hair growth.
research Evidence-Based Approach to Cutaneous Hyperandrogenism in Women
The conclusion is that oral contraceptives and antiandrogens can treat hirsutism and acne in women with cutaneous hyperandrogenism, but more research is needed for effective treatments, especially for hair loss.
research Alterations in Hair Follicle Dynamics in Women
Hormonal changes after childbirth and menopause can lead to women's hair loss and facial hair growth, with a need for better treatments.
research Skin Academy: Hair, Skin, Hormones and Menopause – Current Status on the Management of Hair Disorders in Menopausal Women
Menopause affects hair and skin; more research needed for treatment.
research Antiandrogens and Androgen Inhibitors in Dermatologic Treatments
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.