research Androgens in women
Hormone treatments can help with women's skin and hair disorders, but they need careful monitoring and more research.
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research Bone vs. fat: Embryonic origin of progenitors determines response to androgen in adipocytes and osteoblasts
Androgens affect bone and fat cell development differently based on the cells' embryonic origin.
research Intratumoral De Novo Steroid Synthesis Activates Androgen Receptor in Castration-Resistant Prostate Cancer and Is Upregulated by Treatment with CYP17A1 Inhibitors
Prostate cancer cells can make their own androgens to activate the androgen receptor, and treatments like abiraterone may increase this ability, suggesting new therapies should target the entire steroid-making pathway.
research Androgen Therapy in Women: A Reappraisal: An Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guideline
The guidelines advise against using testosterone and DHEA in women for most conditions due to safety and effectiveness concerns, but suggest considering testosterone for postmenopausal women with low sexual desire.
research Hormonal Treatment for Skin Androgen-Related Disorders
Hormonal treatments can help with hair loss, acne, and excess hair growth, but it takes 3-6 months to see results and patients should know the possible side effects.
research Novel and Established Potassium Channel Openers Stimulate Hair Growth In Vitro: Implications for their Modes of Action in Hair Follicles
Potassium channel openers like minoxidil help hair grow by acting on hair follicles.
research Is prostate-specific antigen a potential new marker of androgen excess in polycystic ovary syndrome?
Prostate-specific antigen may be a new marker for excess male hormones in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Control of Human Hair Growth by Neurotrophins: Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor Inhibits Hair Shaft Elongation, Induces Catagen, and Stimulates Follicular Transforming Growth Factor β2 Expression
Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) slows down hair growth and promotes hair follicle regression.
research A Systematic Review of the Effects of Exercise on Hormones in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Exercise, especially vigorous aerobic and resistance training, can improve hormone levels in women with PCOS.
research Effect of finasteride, a 5 alpha-reductase inhibitor, on serum gonadotropins in normal men.
Finasteride doesn't affect hormone levels in normal men.
research Emerging medication for the treatment of male hypogonadism
New treatments for male hypogonadism are effective and should be personalized.
research Serum AMH levels in the differential diagnosis of hyperandrogenemic conditions
Blood AMH levels are higher in women with PCOS than in those with other similar conditions.
research Testosterone Is a Contraceptive and Should Not Be Used in Men Who Desire Fertility
Testosterone replacement therapy can prevent men from fathering children and should not be used by those wanting to stay fertile.
research Alterations in nasal mucociliary activity in polycystic ovary syndrome
Women with PCOS may have a higher risk of respiratory and ear infections due to slower nasal mucociliary clearance.
research Evaluation of the role of soluble receptors for advanced glycosylated end-products in polycystic ovarian syndrome
Women with PCOS had higher SRAGE levels, possibly linked to BMI, not PCOS.
research INSULIN-LOWERING MEDICATIONS IN POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME
Insulin-lowering medications show promise for PCOS symptoms but can't be the main treatment yet due to limited long-term research.
research Effect of metformin on clinical and biochemical hyperandrogenism in adolescent girls with type 1 diabetes
Metformin improved menstrual cycle regularity and signs of hyperandrogenism in adolescent girls with type 1 diabetes but did not improve blood sugar control.
research Hormonal Basis of Male and Female Androgenic Alopecia: Clinical Relevance
Hair loss in men and women is linked to high stress hormone levels and other hormonal imbalances, suggesting treatments should be customized to each person's hormones.
research Tackling polycystic ovary syndrome
The document concludes that management strategies for PCOS are important due to its common occurrence and associated health risks.
research Assessment of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) occurrences among adolescent and young reproductive age group women in Tiruchirappalli District
Women aged 21-26 have a higher rate of PCOS.
research Management of Hirsutism Associated With Obese PCOD - A Case Report
Ayurvedic treatment, exercise, and a healthy diet can effectively manage PCOD symptoms.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Early Detection in the Adolescent
Early detection and treatment of PCOS in teenagers is important to manage symptoms and prevent severe issues.
research Exploring the therapeutic potential of metformin in polycystic ovary syndrome: focusing on hyperandrogenism in a sample of Iraqi women
Metformin reduces high male hormone levels in women with PCOS.
research Updates on Hirsutism: A Narrative Review
The review suggests a comprehensive approach to treat hirsutism, focusing on hair removal, medication, and managing emotional effects.
research Revised 2003 consensus on diagnostic criteria and long-term health risks related to polycystic ovary syndrome
The 2003 consensus updated PCOS diagnosis criteria and highlighted increased risks of diabetes and heart disease for those affected.
research The rationale for physiological testosterone replacement in women
Testosterone replacement may help post-menopausal women with androgen insufficiency, but more research is needed on its benefits and risks.
research Testosterone therapy in men: Clinical and pharmacological perspectives
Testosterone therapy aims to treat hormone deficiencies and various conditions safely and effectively, but requires careful patient monitoring due to potential side effects.
research PCOS: update and diagnostic approach
The document concludes that more research is needed to fully understand the causes of PCOS.
research Hirsutism in the Adolescent Female
The conclusion is that young women with excessive hair growth should be quickly tested for hormonal issues and treated to improve their social well-being.
research The Optimal Number of Ovarian Punctures to Be Applied During Laparoscopic Ovarian Diathermy in Women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Three to five ovarian punctures are best for improving fertility in women with PCOS without harming the ovaries.