research 5α-Reductase Activity in the Prostate
Blocking the enzyme 5α-reductase can shrink the prostate and help treat enlarged prostate issues.
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research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, Insulin Resistance, and Obesity: Navigating the Pathophysiologic Labyrinth
Insulin resistance and obesity are key factors in the development and worsening of polycystic ovary syndrome, and lifestyle changes are important for managing it.
research Androgens and Hair Growth
Androgens can both increase and decrease hair growth in different parts of the body.
research Cross-Sex Hormone Therapy in Trans Persons Is Safe and Effective at Short-Term Follow-Up: Results from the European Network for the Investigation of Gender Incongruence
Hormone therapy for trans individuals is effective and generally safe in the short term.
research Lifestyle Changes in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Lifestyle changes can improve body composition, excess male hormone levels, and insulin resistance in women with PCOS.
research Sebocytes Are the Key Regulators of Androgen Homeostasis in Human Skin
Sebocytes play a key role in controlling androgen levels in human skin.
research Effects of Sex Steroid Deprivation and Administration on Hair Growth and Skin Sebum Production in Transsexual Males and Females
Hormone treatments in transsexual individuals reduce hair growth and oil production in male-to-females and increase them in female-to-males.
research Review of Pharmacological Effects of Myrtus Communis L. and Its Active Constituents
Myrtle has various health benefits and potential for medicine development.
research Hormone Therapy for Transgender Patients
Hormone therapy is essential for transgender individuals but requires careful management due to possible metabolic effects.
research Androgen Metabolism as It Affects Hair Growth in Androgenetic Alopecia
Too much androgen can cause hair loss; finasteride may help.
research The Effects of Two Doses of Spironolactone on Serum Androgens and Anagen Hair in Hirsute Women
Spironolactone reduced hair thickness and some testosterone levels in women with excessive hair growth.
research Estrogens and the Skin
Estrogen loss during menopause worsens skin health, but hormone replacement therapy may improve it, though more research is needed.
research Androgenetic Alopecia and Microinflammation
Inflammation may be linked to hair loss, and targeting specific enzymes could help treat it.
research The Effects of Transdermal Dihydrotestosterone in the Aging Male: A Prospective, Randomized, Double-Blind Study
Dihydrotestosterone gel improved well-being and sexual function in older men without negatively affecting prostate health.
research Hormonal Effects on Hair Follicles
Hormones like testosterone and estrogen significantly affect hair growth and structure.
research Beyond Acne: Current Aspects of Sebaceous Gland Biology and Function
The sebaceous gland has more roles than just producing sebum and contributing to acne, and new research could lead to better skin disease treatments.
research Global Adiposity and Thickness of Intraperitoneal and Mesenteric Adipose Tissue Depots Are Increased in Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with PCOS have more body fat and thicker fat layers in certain abdominal areas than women without PCOS.
research Three-Month Treatment With a Long-Acting Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone Agonist of Patients With Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Effects on Tissue Androgen Concentration, 5α-Reductase Activity and Androgen Receptor Content
A three-month treatment with a GnRH agonist significantly lowered androgen levels and 5α-reductase activity in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia.
research Adverse Effects of Common Medications on Male Fertility
Some common medications can harm male fertility, but many effects can be reversed.
research Diagnosis of Hyperandrogenism: Biochemical Criteria
The document concludes that accurate measurement of serum androgens is crucial for diagnosing hyperandrogenism.
research Comparison of Finasteride Versus Spironolactone in the Treatment of Idiopathic Hirsutism
Finasteride reduces hair growth better, but spironolactone has more side effects.
research Treatment of Hirsutism: Comparisons Between Different Antiandrogens with Central and Peripheral Effects
Finasteride, CPA, and flutamide are all equally effective in reducing excessive hair growth in women.
research Male Gonadal Function in Coeliac Disease: Sex Hormones
Men with coeliac disease may have hormone imbalances that could affect sexual function, but these can improve with better gut health.
research Progress on the Road to Better Medical Care for Transgender Patients
The conclusion is that published guidelines are improving transgender medical care, but more research and education in transgender medicine are needed.
research Receiver Operating Characteristic Analysis of the Performance of Basal Serum Hormone Profiles for the Diagnosis of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Epidemiological Studies
Low SHBG and high FAI, FT, and DHEAS levels are effective in identifying PCOS.
research Androgen Receptors And Their Biology
Androgen receptors are key for development and health, affecting conditions like prostate cancer and male pattern baldness.
research Menstrual Irregularity in Women with Acromegaly
Women with acromegaly often have irregular periods due to hormone imbalances and growth hormone effects.
research Efficacy of Myo-Inositol in the Treatment of Cutaneous Disorders in Young Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Myo-inositol helps improve skin conditions and metabolic profiles in young women with PCOS.
research A 12-Week Treatment with the Long-Acting Glucagon-Like Peptide 1 Receptor Agonist Liraglutide Leads to Significant Weight Loss in a Subset of Obese Women with Newly Diagnosed Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Liraglutide caused significant weight loss in some obese women with PCOS, especially those with severe obesity and insulin resistance.
research C-MYC-Induced Sebaceous Gland Differentiation Is Controlled by an Androgen Receptor/p53 Axis
The balance between androgen receptor and p53 is crucial for sebaceous gland differentiation.