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May 2020 in “Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology” Exercise, especially vigorous aerobic and resistance training, can improve hormone levels in women with PCOS.
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October 2016 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” People with hair loss have worse cholesterol levels, possibly linking hair loss to heart problems.
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January 2019 in “Archives of Endocrinology and Metabolism” Testosterone therapy may slightly increase sexual desire in women with HSDD but lacks broad recommendation due to safety concerns and limited approval.
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May 2013 in “Journal of the Egyptian Women's Dermatologic Society (Print)” Women with hair loss have higher heart disease risk and unhealthy cholesterol levels.
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