9 citations
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September 2002 in “The Journal of clinical investigation/The journal of clinical investigation” Blocking testosterone speeds up wound healing in males.
2 citations
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July 2020 in “Trends in Urology and Men's Health” More men are getting cosmetic surgery, with Botox and hair removal being popular, but these procedures have risks.
Testosterone works in different ways, including direct interaction with its receptor, conversion to other hormones for specific effects on genitalia, hair, bones, and muscle, and changes in body fat and sexual function when low.
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March 2008 in “Deutsche medizinische Wochenschrift/Deutsche Medizinische Wochenschrift” Adding estrogen increased bone mass in a transsexual man undergoing hormone therapy.
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January 2020 in “Przegląd Menopauzalny” Menopausal women have higher androgen levels, which can cause symptoms like facial hair growth and low sexual desire.
July 2023 in “The journal of sexual medicine” Anabolic-androgenic steroids harm male hormone levels, sperm, metabolism, and can cause acne, hair loss, and breast growth.
January 2024 in “Directory of Open access Books (OAPEN Foundation)” Medicalizing male and female bodies can have negative impacts.
10 citations
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November 2017 in “Dermatologic Clinics” More men are getting cosmetic procedures, mainly for aging, hair loss, and to keep masculine features, with growing interest in both surgical and noninvasive treatments.
18 citations
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February 2016 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” Advancements in male reproductive medicine are ongoing, but more research and improved treatments are needed in several areas.
157 citations
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May 2016 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery/PSEF CD journals” Facial feminization surgery is safe and patients are satisfied, but more detailed research is needed.
November 2015 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” Plastic surgery marketing in the U.S. often overlooks men, but targeted campaigns can significantly increase male clientele for cosmetic procedures.
9 citations
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April 2021 in “Annals of Translational Medicine” Facial contouring is crucial for the satisfaction and well-being of Chinese transgender females.
July 2024 in “Journal of the ASEAN Federation of Endocrine Societies” In post-menopausal women, signs of increased male hormones should be checked for possible ovarian cancer.
1 citations
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November 2013 Men with low testosterone or breast growth should be checked for Cushing syndrome.
1 citations
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April 2022 in “AACE clinical case reports” A 36-year-old person with a female appearance but male chromosomes was diagnosed with a rare enzyme deficiency affecting sexual development.
November 2007 in “Neuro-chirurgie/Neurochirurgie” Cyproterone acetate is a safe treatment that causes mild feminizing effects and is more effective with added estrogens.
173 citations
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November 2004 in “Seminars in Reproductive Medicine” Adrenarche increases adrenal androgens around age 6, affecting hair growth and development.
October 2017 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Men are increasingly getting botulinum toxin treatments, requiring higher doses and different techniques than women for a natural look.
1 citations
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June 2025 in “Preprints.org” More men are choosing non-surgical aesthetic treatments, valuing expertise and ethical care.
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October 2020 in “Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome: Clinical Research and Reviews” Higher androgen levels might make COVID-19 worse, especially in men.
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November 2013 in “PubMed” Finasteride reduces prostate size and DHT in male mastomys but not in females.
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September 2004 in “Fertility and sterility” High androgen levels can cause excessive hair growth and may indicate serious health issues, including heart disease and fertility problems.
April 2019 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” A woman's severe male-like symptoms were caused by a rare, benign tumor in her ovary that produced male hormones.
7 citations
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January 2021 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” Testosterone with dutasteride improves muscle strength and body composition in trans men.
April 2016 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” PFS affects some women, steroids easily bought online, hypogonadism info unreliable, low testosterone linked to CVD.
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November 1995 in “Postgraduate medical journal” A Saudi individual initially identified as a girl had a genetic disorder affecting gender development.
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July 2003 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” Five new mutations in the androgen receptor gene were found, helping to understand androgen insensitivity syndrome better.
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May 2020 in “Drug Development Research” Men's sensitivity to male hormones might affect how severe COVID-19 gets for them.