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Aging men face unique health issues like erectile dysfunction, prostate problems, and baldness.

The levonorgestrel implant increases free testosterone and lowers SHBG more than DMPA-IM and the copper IUD.

Australian doctors experienced in adult transgender healthcare mostly prescribe intramuscular testosterone and oral estradiol, recommend mental health assessments before hormone therapy, and support improved training and guidelines.

Testosterone therapy in transgender men has both desired effects like increased muscle mass and potential health risks such as higher cardiovascular risk.

A simple screening method found that 6.3% of women in a semiurban area in Sri Lanka have polycystic ovary syndrome, with most showing menstrual irregularities.

The review recommends hormone replacement therapy for women with premature ovarian insufficiency to manage symptoms and protect health, with specific approaches for different groups.

Short-term testosterone therapy in women seems safe with few mild side effects, but long-term effects need more research.

The guidelines advise against using testosterone and DHEA in women for most conditions due to safety and effectiveness concerns, but suggest considering testosterone for postmenopausal women with low sexual desire.

Hair follicles and deer antlers regenerate similarly through stem cells and are influenced by hormones and growth factors.

The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of male and female gonadal disorders is crucial for effective treatment and better patient outcomes.

Finasteride may negatively affect male fertility.

Androgens can both stimulate and cause hair loss, and understanding their effects is key to treating hair disorders.

Finasteride can cause one-sided breast enlargement, which disappears after stopping the drug.

Testosterone replacement can help menopausal women with various symptoms, but should be used carefully and is not yet officially licensed in the UK for women.

Testosterone implants in women require pharmacological dosing to be effective and are generally safe and well-tolerated.

A 5 mg dose of transdermal testosterone cream effectively restores testosterone levels in postmenopausal women.

Cross-sex hormone therapy is important for managing gender dysphoria and requires careful monitoring and healthcare provider education.

Hormone therapy may increase migraines in transgender women and decrease them in transgender men; more research is needed on migraine management in transgender individuals.

Cyproterone acetate implants were more effective at reducing facial hair and improving skin in severe hirsutism than oral treatment.

Testosterone replacement may help post-menopausal women with androgen insufficiency, but more research is needed on its benefits and risks.

Testosterone therapy and surgeries like mastectomy improve transgender men's lives and mental health with low risks and high satisfaction.

Early medical support for transgender youth is important for their health, with low regret for gender-affirming hormone use and a need for knowledgeable care providers.

The document concludes that non-operative treatment for gender dysphoria is safe and effective, and hormone therapy does not increase cancer risk.

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

Testosterone therapy helps boys with hormone deficiencies develop normal male characteristics and grow properly.

The guideline recommends mental health involvement in diagnosing gender identity disorder and outlines hormone and surgical treatment protocols, emphasizing safety, informed consent, and long-term monitoring.

The document concludes that sex hormones are crucial for mammalian reproduction, health, and behavior, and require more research for therapeutic use.

The document recommends a multidisciplinary approach and experience sharing to advance facial feminization surgery as a medical field.

There are various effective hormone treatments for puberty induction in boys and girls with hypogonadism, and starting treatment early is important.

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