research Androgen Excess: A Hallmark of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Excess androgens may cause PCOS, not just be a symptom.
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research Sex Hormones in SARS-CoV-2 Susceptibility: Key Players or Confounders?
Sex hormones' effects on COVID-19 are unclear and more research is needed to understand their potential as treatment.
research New Pharmaceutical Concepts for Sebaceous Gland Diseases: Implementing Today's Pre-Clinical Data into Tomorrow's Daily Clinical Practice
New treatments for skin conditions related to the sebaceous gland are being developed based on current research.
research Anxiety and Depression in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) often have higher levels of anxiety and depression, especially if they live in rural areas, have less education, don't have children, are over 30, or are obese.
research Depression, Anxiety, and Perceived Stress in Women With and Without PCOS: A Community-Based Study
Women with PCOS are more likely to suffer from depression, anxiety, and stress.
research Case Report: Application of the Biomechanical Model of Fascial Manipulation in the Case of Vulvodynia
Fascial Manipulation treatment helped a woman with vulvodynia and other health issues.
research Cross-Sex Hormone Therapy for Gender Dysphoria
Cross-sex hormone therapy is important for managing gender dysphoria and requires careful monitoring and healthcare provider education.
research Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia: Current Insights in Pathophysiology, Diagnostics, and Management
Early diagnosis and individualized treatment improve outcomes for Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia.
research Improving Translational Research in Sex-Specific Effects of Comorbidities and Risk Factors in Ischemic Heart Disease and Cardioprotection: Position Paper and Recommendations of the ESC Working Group on Cellular Biology of the Heart
The document concludes that future heart disease research should account for sex-specific differences to improve diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes.
research Segmental Hair Analysis as a Retrospective Testosterone Diary: Possibilities and Pitfalls
Segmental hair analysis can track testosterone over time but needs adjustments for sex, hair color, and washing frequency.
research Are Hand Preference And Sexual Orientation Possible Predicting Factors For Finasteride Adverse Effects In Male Androgenic Alopecia?
Hand preference and sexual orientation may predict finasteride side effects in male hair loss.
research Sexual Side Effects of 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors Finasteride and Dutasteride: A Comprehensive Review
Finasteride and dutasteride can cause sexual problems like impotence and low libido.
research Finasteride for Androgenetic Alopecia Is Not Associated with Sexual Dysfunction: A Survey-Based, Single-Center, Controlled Study
Finasteride does not cause sexual dysfunction in men with hair loss.
research Controversies in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia: The History of Finasteride
Finasteride effectively stops hair loss in most patients, but concerns about rare sexual side effects exist.
research Sertoli-Leydig Tumor in a 17-Year-Old Girl: A Case Report
A 17-year-old girl was diagnosed with a rare ovarian tumor, emphasizing the need for fertility preservation and psychosocial care.
research The Post-Finasteride Syndrome: Clinical Manifestation of Drug-Induced Epigenetics Due to Endocrine Disruption
Finasteride can cause lasting sexual dysfunction, depression, and other side effects, needing more research for treatment.
research Hormonal Organization of Sex Differences in Play Fighting and Spatial Behavior
Gonadal hormones may influence sex differences in play fighting in animals, but their effect on human spatial behavior is unclear and needs more research.
research 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor Treatment for Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: An Evidence-Based Treatment Update
5-alpha-reductase inhibitors may help stabilize or slow down hair loss in some frontal fibrosing alopecia patients, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness and safety.
research Effect of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors on Sexual Function: A Meta-Analysis and Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials
5α-reductase inhibitors increase the risk of sexual dysfunction, especially in men with enlarged prostate.
research The Effect of 5α-Reductase Inhibition With Dutasteride and Finasteride on Bone Mineral Density, Serum Lipoproteins, Hemoglobin, Prostate Specific Antigen, and Sexual Function in Healthy Young Men
Dutasteride and finasteride do not significantly affect bone density, blood fats, or blood production, but slightly lower PSA levels and minimally impact sexual function in healthy young men.
research Response to Letter: Characteristics of Men Who Report Persistent Sexual Symptoms After Finasteride Use for Hair Loss
Finasteride's sexual side effects not caused by androgen deficiency or SRD5A inhibition.
research Letter to the Editor: Characteristics of Men Who Report Persistent Sexual Symptoms After Finasteride Use for Hair Loss
Finasteride use may cause sexual dysfunction; more research needed.
research Assessing Finasteride-Associated Sexual Dysfunction Using the FAERS Database
Finasteride and dutasteride increase sexual dysfunction reports.
research HPA Axis Variation and ACEs: Childhood Sexual Trauma Is Associated With Lower Hair Cortisol in Adulthood
Childhood sexual trauma, especially between ages 5-7, is linked to lower cortisol levels in adult hair, suggesting long-term stress response changes.
research Premature Androgenic Alopecia and Insulin Resistance: Male Equivalent of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome?
Some men with early hair loss may have similar hormonal changes to women with Polycystic ovary syndrome, and could be at risk for developing type 2 diabetes.
research Global Photographic Assessment of Men Aged 18 to 60 Years with Male Pattern Hair Loss Receiving Finasteride 1 mg or Placebo
Finasteride significantly improves hair growth but may cause sexual side effects.
research Precocious Puberty: Isosexual Precocious Puberty and Its Implications
Early sexual development in children, especially girls, can be treated with hormone therapy to improve adult height and requires support for the child and family.
research Penile Vascular Abnormalities in Young Men with Persistent Side Effects After Finasteride Use for the Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia
Finasteride for hair loss may cause lasting sexual, genitourinary, mental, and anti-androgenic side effects in young men.
research Post-Finasteride Syndrome and Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction: Two Clinically Similar Conditions
Some people experience lasting sexual, psychological, and sleep problems after using finasteride or SSRI antidepressants, possibly due to similar underlying causes.
research Isotretinoin-Induced Gynecomastia
Isotretinoin can cause gynecomastia by lowering testosterone levels.