research Genetic Variants Associated with Hyperandrogenemia in PCOS Pathophysiology
Certain genetic variations are linked to increased androgen levels in PCOS, but more research is needed to understand these connections fully.
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research Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone Agonist Treatment in Postmenopausal Women with Hyperandrogenism of Ovarian Origin
Treatment with a hormone agonist can reduce excess male hormones in postmenopausal women without surgery.
research [Clinical findings with a low-dosed antiandrogene (cyproteronacetate) and aethinyloestradiol women with virilising symptoms (author's transl)].
The treatment improved acne, seborrhoea, and hirsutism, with some side effects like spotting and nervousness.
research Acne, Hirsutism, and Alopecia in Adolescent Girls: Clinical Expressions of Androgen Excess
research Case 33-2015
The woman's surgery lowered her testosterone and improved scalp hair loss but did not change her excessive body hair.
research 215. Plasma testosterone and dihydrotestosterone in cryptorchid boys treated with HCG
research A Case of Ovarian Hyperthecosis in a Postmenopausal Woman
A postmenopausal woman's excess male hormone symptoms improved after her ovaries were removed.
research Cyproterone/finasteride
Cyproterone and finasteride reduced hypersexuality but caused serious side effects.
research Ovarian Stromal Hyperthecosis and Hyperandrogenemia Refractory to Hormonal Suppression
Removing both ovaries may better treat increased male hormone levels and related symptoms in postmenopausal women when hormone therapy doesn't work.
research Clinical and Hormonal Evaluation of Androgen Excess
Most cases of high male hormone levels in women are due to polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Sexual Function and Depressive Symptoms in Young Women With Nonclassic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
Young women with nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia may experience worse sexual function and mild depression compared to healthy women.
research The Distribution of Preputial Vessels in Different Severity of Rat Congenital Hypospadias Model: Imaging study using Micro-Computerized Tomograph
The junction of the inner and outer prepuce with good blood flow is best for vascular pedicle flaps.
research Congenital Generalized Hypertrichosis Terminalis with Gingival Hyperplasia and a Coarse Face: a Case Report
A six-year-old boy with excessive hair growth and other symptoms may have a genetic link on chromosome 17q, requiring regular medical follow-ups.
research Assessment of Circulating Sex Steroid Levels in Prepubertal and Pubertal Boys and Girls by a Novel Ultrasensitive Gas Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry Method
Prepubertal girls have higher sex steroid levels than boys, possibly leading to earlier puberty.
research Androgen Excess in Women: Experience with Over 1000 Consecutive Patients
Most women with excess male hormones have Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, and hormonal therapy can improve symptoms but may cause side effects.
research Postmenopausal Hyperandrogenism due to Ovarian Hyperthecosis
A woman's high testosterone levels and related symptoms improved after ovary removal surgery.
research Sex Reversal in Birds
Both genetic and hormonal factors are crucial for bird sex differentiation, and disturbances can cause sex reversal.
research 유전성 안드로겐탈모증의 임상적 고찰(제6보)
Androgenetic alopecia is more common in men, linked to genetics and androgen levels, but routine pelvic ultrasound isn't recommended.
research Hypothalamic hamartoma with pubertas precox and gelastic seizure in a boy (Case Report)
A boy with early puberty and laughing seizures was treated, stopping seizures and slowing puberty.
research Female Gender Scheme is Disturbed by Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Qualitative Study From Iran
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) affects Iranian women's feelings of femininity and self-image.
research Cross‐Sex Hormone Therapy in Trans Persons Is Safe and Effective at Short‐Time 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 A Case of Familial Male-limited Precocious Puberty with a Novel Mutation
A boy with a rare form of early puberty caused by a new gene mutation responded well to treatment aimed at reducing testosterone and preserving adult height.
research Androgenetic Alopecia Incidence in Transgender and Gender Diverse Populations: A Retrospective Comparative Cohort Study
Transgender patients on masculinizing hormones have higher hair loss rates than cisgender women.
research The effect of gonadoliberin analog treatment in precocious puberty on polycystic ovarian syndrome prevalence in adulthood
Treating early puberty with hormone therapy may increase the risk of polycystic ovary syndrome in adults.
research Approach to Investigation of Hyperandrogenism in a Postmenopausal Woman
Postmenopausal hyperandrogenism, a condition with symptoms like increased hair growth and acne, is usually caused by PCOS but can also be due to other factors. It's diagnosed by checking testosterone levels and treated either by removing the adrenal tumor or through antiandrogen therapy.
research Anti-Androgens
Effective treatments for excessive body hair in women include drugs that block androgens, sometimes combined with oral contraceptives.
research Acne: a side‐effect of masculinizing hormonal therapy in transgender patients
Testosterone therapy in transgender men can cause acne.
research Androgens
Male hormones and their interactions are crucial for male sexual development and characteristics.
research CHAPTER 1 Facial Feminization Surgery: A Global Approach
The document recommends a multidisciplinary approach and experience sharing to advance facial feminization surgery as a medical field.
research SAT384 Is This A Case of Androgen-Secreting Endometrial Cancer in A Postmenopausal Woman?
The document concludes that doctors should thoroughly check postmenopausal women with sudden increased male traits for rare conditions like androgen-producing endometrial cancer.