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A new method can almost perfectly distinguish adenomyosis from similar conditions using blood tests.

Testosterone replacement may help some postmenopausal women with symptoms like fatigue and low libido, but more research is needed to fully understand its effects.

Finasteride treats enlarged prostate, shrinks it, improves urination, but may cause sexual dysfunction and isn't for women or children.

The conclusion is that published guidelines are improving transgender medical care, but more research and education in transgender medicine are needed.

FGF5s can block the effects of FGF5, which may help control hair growth in cashmere goats.

Testosterone replacement therapy can prevent men from fathering children and should not be used by those wanting to stay fertile.

Women with androgen excess, especially those with PCOS, have a much higher risk of heart disease and stroke.

IGF-1 may affect hair growth and loss, but more research is needed to confirm effective and safe treatments.

Trilostane effectively treated hair loss in Alaskan Malamutes with no adverse effects.

Testosterone therapy can modestly improve sexual function in menopausal women but should be used cautiously and is not recommended for routine measurement in sexual dysfunction or hirsutism.

A new method accurately measures steroid hormones in a few hair strands and could help study chronic stress and hair loss.

The treatment reduced hair growth and testosterone in women with excess hair and had some effects on stress responses.

Isoflavone may help manage PCOS symptoms, but its effectiveness is uncertain.

Androgens and androgen receptors are important for metabolic health, affecting how the body uses glucose and fats through mitochondrial function.

Antiandrogens and androgen inhibitors like spironolactone, finasteride, and dutasteride can treat hair loss and skin conditions, but they have risks and side effects, including potential harm to pregnant women and risks of cancer and heart issues. Herbal remedies also have antiandrogenic effects but lack safety validation.

A 19-year-old male with delayed puberty was successfully treated for a condition that prevents normal hormone production.

The document covers various male health issues, their causes, treatments, and related conditions.

Prostate cancer cells can make their own androgens to activate the androgen receptor, and treatments like abiraterone may increase this ability, suggesting new therapies should target the entire steroid-making pathway.

The Endocrine Society advised against routine testosterone therapy for women, citing a need for more research on long-term safety and a clear definition of androgen deficiency.

Exposure to too much androgen before birth might cause polycystic ovary syndrome later in life.

Androgen deprivation therapy for prostate cancer can cause sexual, physical, and psychological side effects, and doctors should manage these carefully.

The document concludes that hirsutism is the main sign for diagnosing hyperandrogenism, which requires a detailed patient history and physical exam.

Finasteride effectively reduces hair growth in women with idiopathic hirsutism, but requires careful contraception during treatment.

Treatment of acromegaly can improve women's reproductive health issues caused by hormonal imbalances or tumors.

PCOS is a common hormonal disorder in women, treated with lifestyle changes and medications like hormonal contraceptives and metformin.

Hirsutism is excessive hair growth in women often caused by polycystic ovarian syndrome, and identifying the cause is important for managing associated health risks.

Insulin resistance contributes to hormone imbalances in many women with polycystic ovary syndrome.

Finasteride may help treat chronic CSC, improving vision.

Testosterone may slow down wound healing and increase inflammation.

Finasteride helps reduce heart issues and improves heart function.