Impacts of Anabolic-androgenic steroid supplementation on female health and offspring: Mechanisms, side effects, and medical perspectives
November 2024
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Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal
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Testosterone therapy can help postmenopausal women with low sexual desire if monitored carefully.
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Excessive male hormones in women cause symptoms like unwanted hair growth, and treatment requires careful medical evaluation.
research Anabolic-Androgenic Steroids and Cardiovascular Risk
Using steroids can increase the risk of heart problems.
research Anabolic Androgenic Steroids and Carcinogenicity Focusing on Leydig Cell: A Literature Review
Anabolic androgenic steroids can increase cancer risk and disrupt hormones.
research Androgen Therapy in Women: A Reappraisal: An Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guideline
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research Pharmacology of Anabolic Steroids
Anabolic steroids can build muscle and strength but have risks and need more research on their clinical benefits and side effects.
research Controversies Regarding Transdermal Androgen Therapy in Postmenopausal Women
Testosterone therapy may slightly improve sexual function in postmenopausal women, but its long-term safety is unknown.
research The SAHA Syndrome: Overview and Classification
SAHA syndrome is a condition in women involving skin and hair issues, often related to hormonal imbalances, and is treated based on the underlying cause.