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January 2019 in “Journal of dermatological science” Male hormones indirectly affect skin cell development by increasing growth factor levels from skin fibroblasts.
July 2020 in “International Journal of Research” High testosterone increases heart disease risk in women with PCOS.
Hormones, especially testosterone and DHT, are key for penis development and function, and testosterone therapy may help with erectile dysfunction in those with low levels.
Integrin alphavbeta6 is important for wound healing and hair growth, and blocking it may improve these processes.