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Hormone levels in hair vary across the head, with the highest concentration of a key hormone linked to hair loss at the top.

Steroid hormones can be preserved in ancient hair, revealing insights into past health and fertility.

Scientists have developed a new method to detect steroid abuse in athletes using cell-based tests, which could be the future of anti-doping methods.

Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) is a prohormone important for producing sex steroids and has potential health benefits.

Hormone treatments for transgender individuals generally improve mental health and physical transition, with some health risks that require medical supervision.

Lichen planus is a skin condition that can resolve on its own, is linked to hepatitis C, and increases the risk of skin cancer.

Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia is a genetic disorder with two forms, causing symptoms like early puberty and severe acne, but can be identified through screening and treated with glucocorticoids.

The document concludes that specific itchy skin diseases during pregnancy have varying fetal risks and treatments, including corticosteroids and other medications.

Some common medications can harm male fertility, but many effects can be reversed.

Anabolic androgenic steroids can increase cancer risk and disrupt hormones.

Excessive hair growth in women often has no known cause and is not linked to race or other hormonal symptoms.

Natural 5α-reduced glucocorticoids might be anti-inflammatory with fewer side effects than current options.

Testosterone therapy can help improve sexual desire and function in postmenopausal women but may cause side effects and is not FDA-approved for this use.

Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for preventing permanent hair loss in various scalp conditions, and while new treatments are promising, more research is needed to evaluate their effectiveness.

Hair loss in teenagers is hard to treat and lacks a cure, with some treatments available depending on the type of hair loss.

Cholesterol balance is important for hair health, and problems with it can lead to hair loss conditions.

Sebaceous glands play a key role in skin health, immunity, and various skin diseases.

The document concludes that there are still unknowns about the effectiveness, risks, and detection of performance-enhancing drugs, and doping remains a challenge.

A woman developed male traits from accidental contact with her husband's testosterone gel.

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

Skin problems from transplant drugs are common and need careful management in organ transplant patients.

The conclusion is that while oral contraceptive pills are effective for PCOS-related high androgen levels, new treatments with fewer side effects are needed.

Certain drugs change freshwater snail shells to a "banana" shape.

Thyroid hormones and androgens affect gene expression in frog reproductive organs differently between males and females.

Active oxygen species might be involved in skin tumor growth, but their exact role is unclear.

PSA levels could help detect illegal steroid use in female athletes but face challenges like cost and PCOS prevalence.

AGA in children needs careful diagnosis due to low androgen levels and possible other causes.

Some sports supplements can cause health issues like mood swings, hair loss, and heart problems in men.

Changing neuroactive steroid levels early in life can affect how adult rats respond to alcohol's stimulating effects.

A new method accurately measures nine neuroactive steroids in small blood samples, helping to study brain diseases.