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Understanding how androgens work is key for creating new treatments for prostate issues and hair/skin conditions.

HSD3B1 gene variant and being overweight linked to hair loss in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.

A boy with a rare form of early puberty caused by a new gene mutation responded well to treatment aimed at reducing testosterone and preserving adult height.

Testosterone therapy for transmasculine individuals is generally safe with medical supervision, improves mental health, and has mixed effects on physical health.

Testosterone injections can cause skin darkening and thickening.

Hyperadrenocorticism in ferrets is linked to neutering and indoor housing, and is best treated with surgery and a deslorelin implant.

Higher DHT levels are linked to fewer hypogonadism symptoms in men with normal testosterone levels.

Metformin can cause hair loss in some women with PCOS.

Hirsutism, excessive hair growth in women, is often caused by PCOS and can be managed with medication and personalized treatment plans.

Finasteride and metformin both help treat PCOS, but using them together works best.

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

Melatonin receptors, found in many body parts, can help treat various diseases like depression and diabetes due to their effects on inflammation, tumor progression, sleep disorders, and body mass regulation.

A patient grew extra hair on their ears after treatment for testicular cancer, possibly due to hormonal changes or genetics.

Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) is crucial for conditions like male-pattern baldness and acne, and measuring a byproduct, androstanediol glucuronide, is a better way to assess DHT's effects than DHT blood levels.

Green tea extract helps prevent cell death and supports cell survival in hair cells exposed to a chemotherapy drug.

The document concludes that individualized treatment and lifestyle changes are important for managing menopause symptoms and health risks.

Finasteride effectively treats hair loss and enlarged prostate in men, with mild side effects.

Finasteride causes abnormal growth in male mice cells at high doses.

A breast cancer patient had lasting hair loss after chemotherapy, which improved with minoxidil treatment.

PCOS is a common hormonal disorder in women that can lead to various health issues and requires comprehensive management.

The document concludes that sex hormones are crucial for mammalian reproduction, health, and behavior, and require more research for therapeutic use.

Early treatment of acne is crucial to prevent scarring and psychological effects.

High androgen levels can cause excessive hair growth and may indicate serious health issues, including heart disease and fertility problems.

Small hormonal imbalances can cause significant health problems, so more sensitive testing for hormone-disrupting chemicals is needed.

Testosterone affects blood pressure control and inflammation in male rats with endotoxic shock, and blocking certain hormones may help treat it.

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

PCOS is a common hormonal disorder in women that can lead to serious health problems.

Metformin helps reduce PCOS-related infertility by improving insulin sensitivity and inducing ovulation.

PCOS affects nearly 25% of female medical and dental students, impacting their academic and social lives.

Hormone therapy is safe and effective for transgender adults, but requires regular monitoring and mental health support.