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5α-reductase is essential for male sexual development and its inhibitors have potential in treating various conditions related to hormone action.

5-alpha reductase inhibitors can cause sexual side effects like erectile dysfunction and reduced sexual desire, sometimes lasting after stopping the drug.

Impaired androgen production in 46,XY DSDs causes ambiguous genitalia and requires long-term care.

Cyproterone acetate is effective for treating hirsutism and acne but less so for hair loss, with side effects similar to birth control pills.

New method measures finasteride in blood quickly and accurately.

CAH is a genetic disorder affecting cortisol production and causing hormonal imbalances, with treatment and diagnosis varying by form and symptoms.

Certain hair straighteners and dyes may increase ovarian cancer risk, especially in African American/Black women.

Ingesting Leucaena leucocephala caused hair loss and increased infant mortality in ringtailed lemurs.

Saw palmetto supplements may modestly improve hair regrowth with few side effects, but more research is needed.

Genetic defects in testosterone production can cause hormonal and developmental disorders, and more research is needed to understand androgen regulation and develop safer treatments.

Anabolic steroids can build muscle and strength but have risks and need more research on their clinical benefits and side effects.

Minoxidil and finasteride treat hair loss in men, while minoxidil treats hair loss in women.

Hirsutism is more linked to high androgen levels than acne or hair loss, and a mix of hormonal tests is best for diagnosis; certain treatments can reduce symptoms.

Both genes and environmental factors like chemicals may contribute to the increase in hypospadias, but the exact causes are still unclear.

Minoxidil effectively treats severe hypertension but may cause side effects, so careful monitoring is needed.

The document concludes that accurate measurement of serum androgens is crucial for diagnosing hyperandrogenism.

Male hormones are important for hair and oil gland development and can cause conditions like excessive hair growth and acne.

Acne is caused by genetics, diet, hormones, and bacteria, with treatments not yet curative.

Male pattern hair loss caused by follicular miniaturization; early diagnosis and treatment can reduce psychological burden.

Eclipta alba has many health benefits and contains compounds with potential for drug development.

High testosterone to epitestosterone ratio in hair could predict male-pattern baldness.

Chlormadinone acetate is a strong, well-tolerated hormone used in birth control and hormone therapy with benefits for menstrual pain and skin conditions.

Lack or blocking of SRD5a, a key component in hormone creation, can lead to conditions like pseudohermaphrodism and affect hair growth, bone mass, muscle strength, and reproductive health. More research is needed on its regulation from fertilization to adulthood.

Teriflunomide effectively reduces relapses and disability in MS and has a manageable safety profile.

Hair growth is influenced by factors like genetics and nutrition, and more research is needed to understand hair loss and growth mechanisms.

Effective hirsutism management requires identifying the cause, combining new and traditional treatments, and setting realistic expectations for patients.

The study found that urine metabolites M1b or M4 are the best indicators of ATD use in horses, with detection possible up to 77 hours in urine and 28 hours in blood.

Prostate-specific antigen may be a new marker for excess male hormones in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.

Hormones affect skin aging and fat distribution, and treatments can help, but only minoxidil is proven for female hair loss.

Mice lacking steroid 5α-reductase 2 show less aggression and better impulse control.