research Acanthosis nigricans, insulin resistance and cutaneous virilism
The conclusion is that there's a link between high testosterone levels, insulin resistance, and certain skin conditions, regardless of obesity.
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360-390 / 1000+ results research Stroke Risk Factors Unique to Women
Women have unique stroke risks due to hormones, contraceptives, pregnancy, and menopause.
research Prevalence and characteristics of polycystic ovary syndrome in Brazilian women: protocol for a nation-wide case–control study
PCOS is common in Brazilian women and linked to metabolic and reproductive issues.
research Ovarian sex steroid receptors and sex hormones in androgenized rats
High doses of nandrolone decanoate disrupt ovarian hormones and receptors in rats, with recovery only at lower doses and longer recovery times.
research Concurrent autoimmune and endocrine dysregulation in polycystic ovary syndrome
Autoimmune markers may help diagnose and manage PCOS.
research Hormone replacement therapy in morphine-induced hypogonadic male chronic pain patients
Testosterone therapy can improve hormone levels and quality of life in men with morphine-induced hormone issues.
research Androgen insufficiency in women: diagnostic and therapeutic implications
Testosterone replacement can help women with low libido and mood, but they need to have enough estrogen first to avoid side effects.
research Moderate water stress in rice induces rhizosheath formation associated with abscisic acid and auxin responses
Moderate water stress helps rice form rhizosheaths by affecting hormone responses, which may aid in breeding drought-resistant rice.
research Do follicles matter? Testing the effect of follicles on hair cortisol levels
Hair follicles increase hair cortisol levels, so consistent hair collection methods are important.
research 17β-Estradiol Increases APE1/Ref-1 Secretion in Vascular Endothelial Cells and Ovariectomized Mice: Involvement of Calcium-Dependent Exosome Pathway
17β-estradiol boosts APE1/Ref-1 secretion in cells and mice via a calcium-dependent pathway.
research COVID-19 Severity and Androgen Receptor Polymorphism
Men with more CAG repeats in the androgen receptor gene and lower testosterone levels may experience more severe COVID-19.
research Cell-Based Model Systems for Validation of Various Efficacy-Based Claims for Cosmetic Ingredients
Cell-based models help test if cosmetic ingredients really work for hair growth and skin health.
research A novel MBTPS2 variant associated with BRESHECK syndrome impairs sterol‐regulated transcription and the endoplasmic reticulum stress response
A new genetic variant causes BRESHECK syndrome by disrupting cell growth and stress response.
research How Biotin Induces Misleading Results in Thyroid Bioassays: Case Series
Taking biotin supplements can cause incorrect thyroid test results, leading to wrong diagnoses.
research Progesterone Promotes Anti-Anxiety/Depressant-like Behavior and Trophic Actions of BDNF in the Hippocampus of Female Nuclear Progesterone Receptor, but Not 5α-Reductase, Knockout Mice
Progesterone reduces anxiety and depression in female mice by increasing BDNF in the brain, needing 5α-reduction and estradiol.
research Are Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome at Increased Risk of Alzheimer Disease? Lessons from Insulin Resistance, Tryptophan and Gonadotropin Disturbances and Their Link with Amyloid-Beta Aggregation
Women with PCOS may have a higher risk of Alzheimer's disease.
research Tracing Recombinant Bovine Somatotropin Ab(Use) Through Gene Expression in Blood, Hair Follicles, and Milk Somatic Cells: A Matrix Comparison
Gene expression in milk cells and blood can help detect illegal rbST use in cows.
research The injectable contraceptives depot medroxyprogesterone acetate and norethisterone enanthate substantially and differentially decrease testosterone and sex hormone binding globulin levels: A secondary study from the WHICH randomized clinical trial
Both injectable contraceptives lower testosterone and SHBG levels, with NET-EN having a greater effect than DMPA-IM.
research Impaired metabolic effects of metformin in men with early-onset androgenic alopecia
Metformin is less effective in men with early-onset hair loss.
research Hair-Based Assessment of Sex Steroid Hormones in Patients with Anorexia Nervosa
Hair analysis shows low progesterone in anorexia patients, unchanged by short-term weight gain.
research Organizational Effects of Estrogens and Androgens on Estrogen and Androgen Receptor Expression in Pituitary and Adrenal Glands in Adult Male and Female Rats
Early hormones shape sex-specific differences in rat glands.
research Impact of Reducing Obesity in PCOS: Methods and Treatment Outcomes
Weight loss improves PCOS symptoms and overall health.
research Impact of subclinical hypothyroidism on endocrine features in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome
Subclinical hypothyroidism in women with PCOS affects thyroid and hormone interactions but not ovary structure.
research Hirsutism-A Comprehensive Update of Embryology, Aetiopathogenesis and Therapeutic Approach
The document concluded that more research is needed to understand how estrogen affects the enzyme involved in hirsutism development.
research Impact of a High-Fat High-Carbohydrate (HFHC) Diet at a Young Age on Steroid Hormone Hair Concentrations in Mice: A Comparison with a Control Diet and Nutraceutical Supplementation
A balanced diet is crucial for normalizing hormone levels and managing obesity-related issues.
research Identification of a Rare Variant in the SRD5A2 Gene in Siblings With 46,XY Disorders of Sexual Development
A rare gene variant causes sexual development issues in siblings, needing personalized treatment.
research The synergistic effect of phototherapy and active substances on hair growth
Combining light therapy with certain substances improves hair growth in people with hair loss.
research Peripubertal Testosterone, 17β-Estradiol and Progesterone Concentrations in Hair and Nails in Dobermann Dogs
Hair and nails can show hormone changes during puberty in dogs.
research Genome assembly and methylome analysis of the white wax scale insect provides insight into sexual differentiation of metamorphosis in hexapod
The white wax scale insect's genome shows that complete metamorphosis evolved earlier than thought and highlights differences in male and female development.
research Persistent Sexual and Psychological Symptoms After Finasteride Discontinuation: A Cross-Sectional Observational Study
Stopping finasteride can lead to lasting sexual and psychological issues.