46 citations
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January 2008 in “Climacteric” Randomized trials reported that testosterone therapy improved sexual function in postmenopausal women with hypoactive sexual desire disorder, particularly those who had undergone oophorectomy, with reversible and well-tolerated side effects.
September 2014 in “PubMed Central” This review discusses the sexual side effects of medical and surgical treatments for benign prostatic hyperplasia, such as erectile dysfunction and changes in ejaculation, but presents no new clinical findings.
February 2025 in “International Journal of Impotence Research”
1 citations
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November 2007 in “Humana Press eBooks” This article reviews the differential diagnosis and management approaches for androgen excess disorders, highlighting the predominance of polycystic ovary syndrome as the underlying cause and reports no new clinical findings.
30 citations
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November 2000 in “British Journal of Cancer” This study found that certain endocrine factors, influenced by smoking, birth order, and frequency of orgasms, may play an important role in the development of male breast cancer.
January 2026 in “SiSli Etfal Hastanesi Tip Bulteni / The Medical Bulletin of Sisli Hospital” This study highlights that progressive hair loss, like androgenetic alopecia in males, is linked to negative psychosocial and psychosexual effects, including potential sexual dysfunction and diminished self-esteem, but few studies have specifically addressed the connection between sexual health and psychological issues in these patients.
February 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This review examines microbial production and applications of gluconic acid, focusing on the enzymatic processes involved, and offers no new experimental results.
January 2018 in “Urologe A” In this case report, botulinum neurotoxin injections were associated with a 6-month cessation of priapism episodes in a young man with recurring low-flow priapism, following unsuccessful conventional treatments.
3 citations
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September 2023 in “International journal of impotence research” The authors concluded that finasteride and dutasteride might have serious side effects, including persistent sexual dysfunction for some, necessitating further research and vigilant risk-benefit analysis.
1 citations
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March 2011 in “Infertility” This chapter discusses common endocrine disorders affecting the pituitary, thyroid, and adrenal glands, and their impact on human fertility, emphasizing practical evaluation and treatment algorithms.
October 2025 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” In this case study, a 68-year-old woman with hyperandrogenism and presumed ovarian origin responded well to GnRH agonist therapy, normalizing testosterone levels and stabilizing blood pressure, suggesting its effectiveness as a non-surgical treatment option.
April 2008 in “Sexologies” In this study, patients who were informed about finasteride's sexual side effects reported them significantly more often than those who were not, highlighting a potential nocebo effect.
1 citations
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February 2018 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” This study found that young men with post-finasteride syndrome may experience erectile dysfunction due to potential histologic changes in penile tissue, despite having normal penile Doppler hemodynamics.
July 2023 in “Journal of Education, Health and Sport” This study found that while many women were aware of some symptoms and causes of androgen excess, there is a need to improve education on this endocrine disorder, especially among those without medical backgrounds.
70 citations
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March 2016 in “Urologic Clinics of North America” This article reviews the coordination of the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis, male fertility, and therapies for hypogonadism, but reports no new clinical findings.
July 2025 in “AACE Endocrinology and Diabetes” Ovarian hyperthecosis caused high testosterone and virilization symptoms in a 60-year-old woman, which improved after surgery.
April 2017 in “European Psychiatry” This study found that antidepressants may affect loving relationships differently by gender, with women on TCAs experiencing more sexual side effects and men on SSRIs reporting reduced feelings of love and attachment.
July 2016 in “Reactions Weekly” Cyproterone and finasteride reduced hypersexuality but caused serious side effects.
March 2010 in “The Journal of Urology” This study found that men with early-onset androgenetic alopecia had larger prostate volumes and lower urinary flow rates compared to those without the condition, suggesting a potential link between AGA and urinary symptoms.
1 citations
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September 2015 in “Reviews in Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders” This article discusses the inaugural andrology issue of Reviews in Endocrine & Metabolic Disorders, reporting no new clinical findings but showcasing review articles on andrology by international experts.
1 citations
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February 2022 in “Online journal of biological sciences” This article reviews the congenital disorder aphallia, describing its rarity, clinical characteristics, and the normal hormonal and chromosomal profiles of affected individuals, but does not report new research findings.
9 citations
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June 2002 in “Best Practice & Research in Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology” This review discusses androgen deficiency syndrome in women, its symptoms, and how androgen replacement therapy generally alleviates related issues without significant side-effects, but reports no new clinical findings.
September 2008 in “Fertility and Sterility” This study found that infertile couples who perceive themselves as having high intimacy report better subjective health, particularly in fulfilling social responsibilities and maintaining physical fitness.
February 2024 in “The journal of sexual medicine” This study suggests that flibanserin may have a similar safety profile in men to that observed in premenopausal women, with positive responses reported for various sexual dysfunctions, but further research is needed.
30 citations
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March 2015 in “Clinical Endocrinology” This study found that late adolescent and young women with clinical hyperandrogenism, including PCOS, experienced higher psychological distress and impaired well-being compared to their healthy peers.
3 citations
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May 2025 in “Clinical Endocrinology” Evaluate and manage androgen excess in women with a systematic approach, considering both physical and psychological impacts.
September 2017 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” The document summarized various dermatology studies and case reports.
26 citations
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December 2023 in “Prostate International” This review provides an overview of the risks and side effects associated with common medications used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia, highlighting the importance for clinicians and patients to discuss these aspects for informed decision-making.
October 2023 in “Siriraj Medical Journal” This study found that acne in adult females, especially when moderate to severe or associated with certain aggravating factors, significantly affected quality of life, particularly in terms of self-consciousness and daily activities.
2 citations
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January 2016 in “Andrology” This case report study presents two instances of post-finasteride syndrome, highlighting the persistence of sexual adverse effects despite discontinuation of the drug, and underscores the need for increased awareness and understanding of this condition.