research Features of Hyperandrogenism in Men
Androgen levels can increase at any age, affecting symptoms like acne, hair loss, and prostate size.
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research Ovarian and Adrenal Venous Catheterization for Hyperandrogenism
Venous catheterization may help diagnose the cause of female hyperandrogenism when imaging is unclear.
research A Rare Association of Mauriac Syndrome and Van Wyk-Grumbach Syndrome in a Young Saudi Girl with Poorly Controlled Type 1 Diabetes and Hypothyroidism: A Case Report and Brief Literature Review
A young Saudi girl with uncontrolled type 1 diabetes and hypothyroidism had two rare conditions, Mauriac syndrome and Van Wyk–Grumbach syndrome.
research Detection of Cortisol, Estradiol, and Testosterone in Archaeological Human Hair from the Dakhleh Oasis, Egypt
Ancient hair can preserve hormones, revealing health and fertility insights.
research Delayed Puberty: Diagnosis and Management of Congenital Idiopathic Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism
A 19-year-old male with delayed puberty was successfully treated for a condition that prevents normal hormone production.
research Sex Hormones and Related Compounds, Including Hormonal Contraceptives
Exposure to certain sex hormones can increase health risks, while some hormone therapies may offer benefits for specific conditions.
research Hormonal Treatment for Skin Androgen-Related Disorders
Hormonal treatments can help with hair loss, acne, and excess hair growth, but it takes 3-6 months to see results and patients should know the possible side effects.
research Pubic Hair Removal: Pearls and Pitfalls
Shaving caused a mild, itchy pubic rash with small bumps and crusts.
research Hormonal Manipulation of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Finasteride and dutasteride are equally effective and safe for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia.
research Postmenopausal Hyperandrogenism Due to Ovarian Hyperthecosis
A woman's high testosterone levels and related symptoms improved after ovary removal surgery.
research Comorbidities in Androgenetic Alopecia: A Comprehensive Review
Androgenetic alopecia is linked to heart disease, metabolic issues, and mental health problems.
research Sertoli-Leydig Cell Ovarian Tumor: A Rare Cause of Virilization and Androgenic Alopecia
A rare ovarian tumor caused high testosterone, hair loss, and missed periods, but surgery fixed these issues and led to pregnancy.
research Finasteride Blocks Progesterone Synthesis in MA-10 Leydig Tumor Cells
Finasteride blocks progesterone production in specific tumor cells, potentially causing side effects.
research Teratogenic Effect of Isotretinoin in Both Fertile Females and Males: A Review
Isotretinoin can cause serious birth defects and needs careful use, especially in pregnant women.
research Gonadal Sex Steroids: Production, Action, and Interactions in Mammals
The document concludes that sex hormones are crucial for mammalian reproduction, health, and behavior, and require more research for therapeutic use.
research Finasteride: The First 5α-Reductase Inhibitor
Finasteride treats enlarged prostate and baldness, but may cause limited urinary improvement and sex-related side effects.
research Finasteride-Induced Gynecomastia
Finasteride can cause enlarged breasts.
research Alopecia: Managing the Basics
The document concludes that treatments for female hair loss and excess body hair are available, but managing expectations is important.
research New Steps Forward in the Neuroactive Steroid Field
Neuroactive steroids could become safe, effective treatments with more understanding of their complex brain actions and metabolism.
research Physiopathological Role of the Enzymatic Complex 5α-Reductase and 3α/β-Hydroxysteroid Oxidoreductase in the Generation of Progesterone and Testosterone Neuroactive Metabolites
The enzymes 5α-reductase and 3α/β-hydroxysteroid oxidoreductase help create brain-active substances from progesterone and testosterone, which could be used for treatment, but more research is needed to ensure their safety and effectiveness.
research Corticotropin Releasing Factor-1 Receptor Antagonism Associated With Favorable Outcomes of Male Reproductive Health Biochemical Parameters
Blocking CRF1 receptors improved male hormone levels and reduced testicular tumor size in men with a specific adrenal condition.
research Ovarian Leydig Cell Hyperplasia as a Rare Cause of Hair Loss in a Postmenopausal Female Patient: A Case Report and Diagnostic Approach Toward Postmenopausal Hyperandrogenism
An 84-year-old woman's hair loss was due to a rare condition called Leydig cell hyperplasia, which was treated with surgery.
research Basics of Androgen Synthesis and Action
Androgens like testosterone are important hormones for both men and women, made differently in each sex and affecting the body by regulating genes and quick interactions with cell components.
research Testosterone: The Male Sex Hormone
More research is needed to understand how testosterone is maintained in adult males.
research Androgenic Alopecia in a Postmenopausal Sicilian Baroness
The painting of an 18th-century Sicilian baroness shows she had hair loss, possibly due to ovarian issues, insulin resistance, or a specific type of tumor.
research An Adolescent Girl with Coexisting Ovarian Mature Cystic Teratoma and HAIR-AN Syndrome, an Extreme Subtype of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
A teenage girl had both a rare ovarian tumor and a severe form of polycystic ovarian syndrome.
research Tissue Engineering of the Reproductive System
Cell transplantation faces challenges in genitourinary reconstruction, but alternative tissue sources and microencapsulation show promise.
research Abstracts from the ASA 40th Annual Meeting
HNG may help prevent the negative effects of chemotherapy on sperm production and white blood cell counts.
research Hirsutism
Hirsutism is excessive male-pattern hair growth in women, often caused by hormonal imbalances, and requires ongoing treatment to manage.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and the Differential Diagnosis of Hyperandrogenism
The document concludes that careful evaluation is needed to diagnose PCOS correctly due to similar symptoms in other conditions, and accurate testosterone level measurement is crucial.