research Androgen Effects in Mammals
Testosterone is crucial for development, growth, and various body functions in mammals.
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research Transmasculine Hormone Therapy: Dermatologic, Genital, Sexual, and Cardiovascular Effects and Safety Concerns
Testosterone therapy for transmasculine individuals is generally safe with medical supervision, improves mental health, and has mixed effects on physical health.
research Pharmacological Options for Treatment of Hyperandrogenic Disorders
Different drugs can treat high male hormone levels in women, but they have various effects and some may harm a fetus.
research Retinol-Binding Protein 4, Leptin, and Insulin Resistance in Idiopathic Hirsutism and Hirsute Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with idiopathic hirsutism and PCOS have higher RBP4 levels, and PCOS is linked to greater insulin resistance; weight management may help both conditions.
research Androgen Effects on the Skin
Androgens like testosterone affect skin health and can lead to conditions such as acne and hair loss, with various treatments available.
research Hyperandrogenism in a Set of Triplets with Modification of Clinical Course by Hyperthyroidism
Hyperthyroidism can hide signs of high androgen levels in females.
research Genetic Variants Associated with Hyperandrogenemia in PCOS Pathophysiology
Certain genetic variations are linked to increased androgen levels in PCOS, but more research is needed to understand these connections fully.
research Hyperandrogenism in Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and Role of CYP Gene Variants: A Review
Certain gene variants may contribute to high androgen levels in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Insulin Sensitivity, Androgens, and Isotretinoin Therapy in Women with Severe Acne
Isotretinoin improves severe acne without changing androgen or insulin levels but may increase body weight and triglycerides.
research Hirsutism
Hirsutism is often caused by high male hormone levels and can be treated with lifestyle changes and medications.
research Sex Hormone–Binding Globulin and Risk of Hyperglycemia in Patients With Androgenetic Alopecia
People with hair loss have higher risk of high blood sugar and diabetes, and lower levels of a specific hormone.
research Obesity and Female Androgenic Alopecia: A Cause and an Effect?
Obesity may contribute to female hair loss by increasing male hormone levels that affect hair follicles.
research Treatment Guidelines in Adult Women: Effectiveness of Hormonal Therapy in Treating Acne Vulgaris
Hormonal therapy is effective for treating acne in adult women, especially with signs of high androgen levels.
research Age-Related Differences in the Reproductive and Metabolic Implications of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: Findings in an Obese, United States Population
Older obese women with PCOS have higher cardiovascular and metabolic risks despite lower androgen levels.
research Effectiveness of Ethinylestradiol/Chlormadinone Acetate in Treating Dermatological Conditions Related to High Androgen Levels
The oral contraceptive ethinylestradiol/chlormadinone acetate is effective in reducing acne and improving other skin conditions related to high androgen levels.
research The Effects of Metformin, Ethinyl Estradiol/Cyproterone Acetate, and Their Combination Therapy on Carotid Artery Intima-Media Thickness in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Metformin improves early signs of heart disease in women with PCOS and raises apelin levels, but doesn't significantly change artery thickness.
research Acne
Hormonal treatments can help with acne, especially in women, by lowering androgen levels or blocking their effects.
research Idiopathic Hirsutism: Androgen Role and Treatment Options
The document concludes that more research is needed to understand excessive hair growth in women with normal hormone levels and regular ovulation.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Adolescents
The document concludes that diagnosing PCOS in teenagers is difficult and should focus on specific hormone levels and menstrual irregularities, while also considering treatment for symptoms and related health issues.
research Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
People with PCOS, especially if obese, often have NAFLD, linked to obesity, insulin resistance, and high androgen levels.
research What Every Physician Should Know About Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Doctors should know how to diagnose and treat PCOS, which often involves checking for high male hormone levels and using medications to manage symptoms.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Anogenital Distance as a Marker of Prenatal Androgenic Environment and Review and Comparison of Diagnostic Criteria
Longer anogenital distance may indicate a higher chance of having polycystic ovary syndrome, and measuring this distance along with hormone levels could improve diagnosis.
research Revised 2003 Consensus on Diagnostic Criteria and Long-Term Health Risks Related to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The 2003 consensus updated PCOS diagnosis criteria and highlighted increased risks of diabetes and heart disease for those affected.
research Menstrual Disorders in Adolescents
The document concludes that early recognition and treatment of PCOS in adolescents is crucial for managing symptoms and long-term health risks.
research Serum Dihydrotestosterone Levels Are Associated With Adverse Myocardial Remodeling in Patients With Severe Aortic Valve Stenosis Before and After Aortic Valve Replacement
Higher DHT levels are linked to worse heart changes in severe aortic valve stenosis patients.
research Factors Associated With Risk for Depression Among Women With Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Women with PCOS and higher BMI, especially those with morbid obesity, are at greater risk for depression.
research The Voices of Adult Offspring of Sperm Donation: Forces for Change Within Assisted Reproductive Technology in the United States
Adult offspring of sperm donation generally feel positive about their conception and view the donor as their biological father.
research Hormonal Therapy for Acne: Why Not as First Line Therapy? Facts and Controversies
Hormonal treatments can help with acne but are not the first choice due to side effects and the need for careful patient selection.
research Comparison of Clinical and Laboratory Characteristics of Cases with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Based on Rotterdam’s Criteria and Women with Only Oligo/Anovulation or Hirsutism
Women with only irregular periods or excess hair have a better hormone profile than those with full PCOS, but both groups are similar, indicating a need for better PCOS diagnosis methods.
research Shorter CAG Repeats in the Androgen Receptor Gene May Enhance Hyperandrogenicity in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Shorter CAG repeats in a specific gene may increase male hormone activity and symptoms like acne and excess hair in women with PCOS.