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research Resection of a pure androgen secreting adrenal adenoma in a postmenopausal woman: a case report
Removing an adrenal tumor can significantly reduce high androgen levels in postmenopausal women.
![Sebocytes are the Key Regulators of Androgen Homeostasis in Human Skin](/images/research/fd26fa1d-678d-403f-abf3-e6b848b4278b/small/28177.jpg)
research Sebocytes are the Key Regulators of Androgen Homeostasis in Human Skin
Sebocytes play a key role in controlling androgen levels in human skin.
![Androgen receptor gene CAG repeat polymorphism in women with polycystic ovary syndrome](/images/research/447b8784-0642-4d6e-9f04-b548f5809c0c/small/15034.jpg)
research Androgen receptor gene CAG repeat polymorphism in women with polycystic ovary syndrome
Longer CAG repeat lengths in the androgen receptor gene are linked to higher testosterone levels in women with PCOS.
![Defining hyperandrogenaemia according to the free androgen index in Chinese women: a cross-sectional study](/images/research/9235a5e6-f1bb-40af-b220-129c6f446673/small/14621.jpg)
research Defining hyperandrogenaemia according to the free androgen index in Chinese women: a cross-sectional study
FAI values above 6.4 may suggest high androgen levels and increased metabolic risks in Chinese women of reproductive age.
![Targets to treat androgen excess in polycystic ovary syndrome](/images/research/3e157f10-5883-45b8-a7aa-1429698a4bf7/small/14181.jpg)
research Targets to treat androgen excess in polycystic ovary syndrome
The conclusion is that while oral contraceptive pills are effective for PCOS-related high androgen levels, new treatments with fewer side effects are needed.
![Androgen treatment in women](/images/research/77aa63ad-f2da-4367-9cc8-c601c428742e/small/15225.jpg)
research Androgen treatment in women
Testosterone therapy can help improve sexual function, mood, and bone density in women with low androgen levels, but more research is needed on long-term safety.
![What is the Rationale for Androgen Therapy for Women?](/images/research/f1a7f7f1-20b9-44e1-8b95-19cc3670e569/small/15411.jpg)
research What is the Rationale for Androgen Therapy for Women?
Testosterone therapy can help improve mood, sexual function, and bone health in women with low androgen levels, but more research is needed to establish safe and effective guidelines.
![Menopausal Androgen Excess - Associated Cardio-Metabolic Risk: Clues for Ovarian Leydig Cell Tumour (Case Report and Mini-Review of Literature)](/images/research/b132bc8f-0d67-447c-9d49-bafc7ef6132d/small/20962.jpg)
research Menopausal Androgen Excess - Associated Cardio-Metabolic Risk: Clues for Ovarian Leydig Cell Tumour (Case Report and Mini-Review of Literature)
High androgen levels in postmenopausal women may suggest an ovarian tumor, and removing it can improve heart and metabolic health.
![Association of biochemical hyperandrogenism with type 2 diabetes and obesity in Chinese women with polycystic ovary syndrome](/images/research/5a26d2be-c2d9-4fcd-9124-147027014b42/small/14948.jpg)
research Association of biochemical hyperandrogenism with type 2 diabetes and obesity in Chinese women with polycystic ovary syndrome
High androgen levels in Chinese women with PCOS are linked to a higher risk of diabetes and obesity.
![Relations between sex hormone level and characters of hair and skin in healthy young men](/images/research/c137ac14-832d-490e-bbc3-1c9d20bf6d24/small/21112.jpg)
research Relations between sex hormone level and characters of hair and skin in healthy young men
Higher androgen levels do not cause baldness in men.
![Female Pattern Hair Loss in a Patient with 17?-hydroxylase Deficiency](/images/research/1e4f9905-07a4-42a2-a148-31bcfde6f3d9/small/2950.jpg)
research Female Pattern Hair Loss in a Patient with 17?-hydroxylase Deficiency
Low androgen levels can still cause female pattern hair loss.
![The influence of obesity on Androstenedione to Testosterone ratio in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and hyperandrogenemia](/images/research/238f9128-9a95-4980-ad4e-b4796dc72afa/small/14762.jpg)
research The influence of obesity on Androstenedione to Testosterone ratio in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and hyperandrogenemia
Obesity changes androgen levels in women with PCOS, leading to higher testosterone relative to androstenedione.
![Clinical and endocrine effects of finasteride, a 5α-reductase inhibitor, in women with idiopathic hirsutism](/images/research/3e906d28-e714-45d8-b462-66503a0969de/small/2074.jpg)
research Clinical and endocrine effects of finasteride, a 5α-reductase inhibitor, in women with idiopathic hirsutism
Finasteride reduces hairiness and androgen levels in women with unexplained excessive hair growth.
![Mild Cutaneous Manifestation in Two Young Women with Extraordinary Hyperandrogenemia](/images/research/669d8c42-1cd7-4fde-a21f-97e958a363ed/small/32632.jpg)
research Mild Cutaneous Manifestation in Two Young Women with Extraordinary Hyperandrogenemia
Two women with very high androgen levels had only slight skin issues, one due to a non-classical adrenal disorder and the other due to an adrenal tumor.
![Resistance to the Insulin and Elevated Level of Androgen: A Major Cause of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome](/images/research/46d0c7f8-b9a4-4b0d-a897-95807e4c0709/small/20766.jpg)
research Resistance to the Insulin and Elevated Level of Androgen: A Major Cause of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Insulin resistance and high male hormone levels are major causes of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.
![Hyperandrogenemia in an ethnically heterogeneous cohort of Midwestern United States diabetic gestations](/images/research/2b95f3f8-8b85-413d-ad8f-073116f5fcb2/small/15045.jpg)
research Hyperandrogenemia in an ethnically heterogeneous cohort of Midwestern United States diabetic gestations
Exposure to fatty acids significantly increased androgen levels in female dogs, suggesting a link to conditions like insulin resistance and PCOS.
![Neuroimmunoregulation of Androgens in the Adrenal Gland and the Skin](/images/research/b86c2f5b-9dc9-4353-a18c-7566f366f286/small/15512.jpg)
research Neuroimmunoregulation of Androgens in the Adrenal Gland and the Skin
Cytokines and neuropeptides are key in controlling androgen levels, affecting skin and hair conditions.
![Serum Androgens and Genetic Linkage Analysis in Early Onset Androgenetic Alopecia](/images/research/549bf56f-fee7-44f2-8726-7cb6982d3667/small/2242.jpg)
research Serum Androgens and Genetic Linkage Analysis in Early Onset Androgenetic Alopecia
Early onset hair loss linked to genetics and androgen levels.
![Genetic Variants Associated with Hyperandrogenemia in PCOS Pathophysiology](/images/research/06efeaf1-b8e5-4d80-8332-872541c6b231/small/13527.jpg)
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.
![Insulin sensitivity, androgens and isotretinoin therapy in women with severe acne](/images/research/15720165-8550-47bf-836f-89102ef3215f/small/14448.jpg)
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.
![Serum androgens and prostate-specific antigen levels in androgenetic alopecia: is there a difference between frontal and vertex baldness?](/images/research/7369cd02-1757-463d-8fb8-a9a42ac285a9/small/4383.jpg)
research Serum androgens and prostate-specific antigen levels in androgenetic alopecia: is there a difference between frontal and vertex baldness?
Vertex baldness has higher DHT levels than frontal baldness, but testosterone and PSA levels are similar.
![Cutaneous Androgen Metabolism: Basic Research and Clinical Perspectives](/images/research/22ca8539-6e7c-4269-937f-87a4b2b13a2e/small/28160.jpg)
research Cutaneous Androgen Metabolism: Basic Research and Clinical Perspectives
Creating stronger blockers for skin enzymes might lead to better treatment for conditions like acne and excessive hair growth.
![Screening for 21-hydroxylase–deficient nonclassic adrenal hyperplasia among hyperandrogenic women: a prospective study](/images/research/8b777ce0-73a0-4b97-92b0-f1bd0ca23fe3/small/15538.jpg)
research Screening for 21-hydroxylase–deficient nonclassic adrenal hyperplasia among hyperandrogenic women: a prospective study
Testing basal 17-HP levels is a good way to screen for nonclassic adrenal hyperplasia in women with high androgen levels.
![Elevated Free Testosterone Levels in Women With Acne](/images/research/c03533cf-3d51-4548-bc63-b95da970dbd3/small/21229.jpg)
research Elevated Free Testosterone Levels in Women With Acne
Some women with acne have higher levels of free testosterone, which might suggest using hormonal treatments for acne.
![Female Pattern Hair Loss and Androgen Excess: A Report From the Multidisciplinary Androgen Excess and PCOS Committee](/images/research/ea55930e-af01-44c9-b789-193d1d338668/small/4565.jpg)
research Female Pattern Hair Loss and Androgen Excess: A Report From the Multidisciplinary Androgen Excess and PCOS Committee
Use "female pattern hair loss" term, assess androgen excess, treat with minoxidil and other medications if needed.
![Low sex-hormone binding globulin levels in young women with diffuse hair loss](/images/research/139fb632-0f48-41df-b869-67a6aca9f695/small/20545.jpg)
research Low sex-hormone binding globulin levels in young women with diffuse hair loss
Young women with diffuse hair loss may have low SHBG levels, which could lead to more active testosterone and contribute to their hair loss.
![Androgen receptors are only present in mesenchyme-derived dermal papilla cells of red deer (Cervus elaphus) neck follicles when raised androgens induce a mane in the breeding season](/images/research/abb9e64c-f1f1-44b9-9c28-e3855f87d6f3/small/28179.jpg)
research Androgen receptors are only present in mesenchyme-derived dermal papilla cells of red deer (Cervus elaphus) neck follicles when raised androgens induce a mane in the breeding season
Red deer only have androgen receptors in neck hair cells for mane growth during breeding season.
![Advances in mitochondria-centered mechanism behind the roles of androgens and androgen receptor in the regulation of glucose and lipid metabolism](/images/research/5375cac4-0cad-4dcc-a1ca-2ae3b1bc28d8/small/35455.jpg)
research Advances in mitochondria-centered mechanism behind the roles of androgens and androgen receptor in the regulation of glucose and lipid metabolism
Androgens and androgen receptors are important for metabolic health, affecting how the body uses glucose and fats through mitochondrial function.
![Androgen Replacement in Women: A Commentary](/images/research/8d819970-be7d-41fb-9e9b-976aa7043ee4/small/15556.jpg)
research Androgen Replacement in Women: A Commentary
Testosterone replacement may help some postmenopausal women with symptoms like fatigue and low libido, but more research is needed to fully understand its effects.