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Testosterone replacement may help postmenopausal women with sexual function and bone density, but suitable treatments are limited.

A patient produced cortisol after adrenalectomy, possibly due to residual tissue or other body parts making steroids.

Male hormones like testosterone may make COVID-19 worse, and testing for sensitivity to these hormones could help predict how severe a patient's symptoms might be. Treatments that reduce these hormones are being explored.

Effective hair loss treatment in women requires correct diagnosis and can include medications like minoxidil, antiandrogens, and treatments for underlying conditions like PCOS.

Glucocorticoids are powerful anti-inflammatory drugs that must be used carefully to avoid serious side effects.

A transman experienced lasting virilization symptoms after stopping testosterone, which were resolved with estradiol treatment.

Inclusive and affirming healthcare is essential for improving transgender individuals' quality of life and health.

The European Society of Endocrinology advises individualized long-term management for PCOS, focusing on lifestyle changes, accurate diagnosis, and treatments for associated health risks and symptoms.

Dutasteride more effectively lowers DHT levels in men with enlarged prostates than finasteride.

Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) is a prohormone important for producing sex steroids and has potential health benefits.

New treatments for male hypogonadism are effective and should be personalized.

Androgen receptors are key for development and health, affecting conditions like prostate cancer and male pattern baldness.

The document suggests that targeting the hormone DHT could be a more effective treatment for prostate cancer than targeting testosterone.

Finasteride and minoxidil work best together for hair loss.

Small changes in hormones can significantly impact health, showing the importance of sensitive testing for chemicals that disrupt hormones.

The document concludes that proper diagnosis and combined treatments are key for hirsutism management, and weight loss may help overweight patients.

Many treatments for hair loss lack proper testing and FDA approval, so their effectiveness is uncertain.

Low testosterone in men is a risk factor for a specific heart rhythm issue, and testosterone treatment may help prevent it.

The document concludes that treatments for female hair loss and excessive hair growth are temporary and not well-studied.

Various treatments exist for hair loss, but more research is needed for better options.

Male pattern baldness is often genetic and linked to a hormone, with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil being effective for some men.

Adult acne is more common in women, often linked to hormones, and can be harder to treat.

Birth control pills and anti-androgen medications help manage hair growth, acne, and hair loss in women with PCOS.

Androgen receptors in the mouse brain may explain cognitive and mood changes in prostate cancer treatment.

Gender-affirming hormone therapy improves physical performance in trans men to the level of cisgender men, while in trans women, it increases fat mass and decreases muscle mass, with no advantage in physical performance after 2 years.

The document concludes that sex hormones and related compounds have various effects on health, with both potential benefits and risks.

Exposure to certain sex hormones can increase health risks, while some hormone therapies may offer benefits for specific conditions.

Finasteride improves hair growth in men with androgenetic alopecia.

Male hormones may play a role in the development of heart disease, and more research is needed to understand their effects.

Obesity worsens PCOS symptoms, and PCOS may lead to more weight gain; managing both requires a holistic approach that includes mental health.