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Sex hormones affect brain injury differently in males and females.

The enzyme 5α-reductase type 1 is important for blood vessel development and fertility in the uterus.

Steroid hormones are crucial for body functions and have various medical uses, but their misuse can lead to dependence.

Men, especially older ones with health issues like prostate cancer, may have worse COVID-19 outcomes and could benefit from therapies targeting male hormones.

SHBG may be a useful early indicator and treatment target for PCOS.

Athletes use steroids to enhance performance despite health risks and legal issues, and education on their dangers is needed.

Sex neurosteroids cause different effects on hippocampal synaptic plasticity in males and females.

The research identified and described a gene important for hormone conversion in endangered catfish, which varies in activity during different reproductive stages and after hormone treatment.

Finasteride treatment changes brain steroid levels and receptors, affecting brain function even after stopping treatment.

COVID-19 might worsen symptoms and progression of benign prostatic hyperplasia, possibly due to inflammation and metabolic disturbances in the prostate gland. More research is needed to confirm this.

Sex hormones affect hair and feather growth and may help manage alopecia and hormone-dependent cancers.

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

The article concludes that better understanding gene regulation related to seasonal changes can offer insights into the mechanisms of seasonal timing in mammals.

The mineralocorticoid receptor may play a role in skin and hair health and could be a new target for treating related disorders.

Finasteride affects frog testes by increasing testosterone, decreasing 5α-DHT, and impacting genes related to reproduction and other functions.

The document concludes that new treatments are needed to better manage acne and reduce side effects related to current therapies.

PCOS is linked to diabetes and insulin resistance, and managing AGEs may help treat related symptoms.

Certain genetic variations in the AR and ERβ genes can affect androgen levels in women.

Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia is a genetic disorder with two forms, causing symptoms like early puberty and severe acne, but can be identified through screening and treated with glucocorticoids.

The document concludes that for hair and feather growth, it's better to target the environment around stem cells than the cells themselves.

Parathyroid hormones are important for hair growth, but their use in treating hair loss from chemotherapy is still uncertain.

Vitamin D and estrogen may help protect heart and kidney health, and maintaining sufficient vitamin D levels could be especially beneficial for African Americans, postmenopausal women, and people with chronic kidney disease.

Men are more likely to have severe respiratory viral infections like COVID-19 due to hormonal and genetic differences, while women generally have stronger immune responses.

Oestrogens help maintain healthy skin, heal wounds, and may protect against skin aging and cancer.

Reduced AR gene methylation may cause early pubic hair growth in girls.

The androgen receptor is a promising target for breast cancer treatment, especially in triple-negative cases, but more research is needed for personalized therapies.

Genetic mutations can affect female sexual development, requiring personalized medical care.

Estrogens generally inhibit hair growth and improve skin quality, but their exact effects on hair follicles are complex and not fully understood.

The enzyme 17β-HSD type 2 mainly performs oxidation in human sebaceous glands, which may help protect against acne.

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