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Hormones, especially testosterone and DHT, are key for penis development and function, and testosterone therapy may help with erectile dysfunction in those with low levels.
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October 2005 in “Annals of Oncology” Fulvestrant is a well-tolerated new treatment for advanced breast cancer that may delay chemotherapy.
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January 2020 in “Journal of South Asian Federation of Obstetrics and Gynaecology” Removing the ovaries can help treat hair loss caused by high androgen levels in postmenopausal women.
Botulinum toxin type A significantly reduces scalp psoriasis severity compared to placebo.
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Female rats showed more panic-related behavior than males, influenced by hormonal cycles and certain drugs.
SLC24A5 shows a clear selective sweep, but no link to UV radiation intensity.
Finasteride reduces prostate size and PSA levels in young patients.
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November 2011 in “Journal of Analytical Toxicology” Scientists have developed a new method to detect steroid abuse in athletes using cell-based tests, which could be the future of anti-doping methods.
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