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Androgens can both promote and prevent hair growth due to differences in gene expression in hair follicles.

Use "female pattern hair loss" term, assess androgen excess, treat with minoxidil and other medications if needed.

Longer CAG repeat lengths in the androgen receptor gene are linked to higher testosterone levels in women with PCOS.

Severe vertex pattern hair loss may indicate a higher risk for artery plaque buildup.

Plant-based remedies may treat hair loss by reducing inflammation and improving insulin resistance.

Women with myotonic dystrophy might get diseases related to male hormones because their body tissues are extra sensitive to these hormones.

Male genital development is driven by androgen signaling and understanding it could help address congenital anomalies.

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.

Androgens affect bone and fat cell development differently based on the cells' embryonic origin.

Beard hair follicles have more androgen receptors than non-balding scalp hair follicles.

Acne vulgaris is a common skin condition that can cause low self-esteem and depression, and early treatment is important to prevent scarring.

Testosterone therapy seems safe for postmenopausal women for a few years, but more research is needed for long-term effects.

Flutamide combined with an LHRH agonist effectively inhibits prostate growth, suggesting it could treat prostate cancer.

NcoA4 may have roles beyond helping control gene activity, possibly affecting cell behavior and stability.

Don't combine abiraterone and spironolactone for prostate cancer treatment as it may worsen the disease.

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.

High levels of male hormones, insulin resistance, and obesity are closely linked and worsen polycystic ovary syndrome, but more research is needed to improve treatments.

Hormonal therapies, like flutamide and cyproterone acetate, are safe and effective for treating adult women's acne, especially those with hormone imbalance or resistant acne.

Testosterone therapy for postmenopausal women appears safe and may protect against heart disease, but requires constant monitoring and more research for long-term effects.

Drinking a lot of alcohol increases the risk of prostate cancer and can worsen the condition.

Simvastatin may help manage symptoms in women with non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia by lowering cholesterol and certain hormone levels.

PCOS requires personalized treatment to improve life quality and reduce health risks.

Metformin helps improve menstrual irregularities and some hormone levels in PCOS patients, but not symptoms like excess hair, acne, or hair loss.

Metformin may help regulate periods and cause modest weight loss in PCOS patients, but more research is needed.

Experts agree that PCOS affects women's health in complex ways, but more research is needed to understand and treat it effectively.

Metformin helps with menstrual cycles and insulin levels in PCOS but is less effective for hair growth, diabetes prevention, and weight loss, and may improve fertility and reduce diabetes risk.

Rats had lasting erectile problems after stopping a certain medication.

SARS-CoV-2, the virus causing COVID-19, can affect all endocrine organs and systems, altering their function and potentially leading to disorders. Factors like diabetes and obesity increase infection risk and severity. Understanding these effects is key for effective treatment.

Asian patients with Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia often lose eyebrow hair and respond well to combined antiandrogen or antimalarial and topical treatments.

A man with a rare adrenal cancer showed unusual symptoms and died four months after diagnosis.