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.
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research Comparing the risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes of Chinese patients with polycystic ovary syndrome with and without antiandrogenic pretreatment
Women with PCOS who had antiandrogenic treatment before pregnancy had fewer complications than those without treatment.
research Polycystic ovarian syndrome
PCOS is a complex disorder managed by treating symptoms and requires a team of specialists.
research Hormonal and Surgical Treatment Options for Transgender Men (Female-to-Male)
Testosterone therapy and surgeries like mastectomy improve transgender men's lives and mental health with low risks and high satisfaction.
research Cholesterol homeostasis: Links to hair follicle biology and hair disorders
Cholesterol balance is important for hair health, and problems with it can lead to hair loss conditions.
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 Differences in reproductive toxicology between alopecia drugs: an analysis on adverse events among female and male cases
Finasteride has a higher risk of reproductive side effects than minoxidil.
research Male hormonal contraception: looking back and moving forward
New male hormonal contraceptives show promise but need more research on long-term effects and funding for larger trials.
research The effect of finasteride and dutasteride on the synthesis of neurosteroids by glioblastoma cells
Finasteride and dutasteride reduce neurosteroid production, possibly helping treat glioblastoma.
research Multiple readout assay for hormonal (androgenic and antiandrogenic) and cytotoxic activity of plant and fungal extracts based on differential prostate cancer cell line behavior
The study created a test that found hormonal and toxic effects in plant and fungal extracts using prostate cancer cells.
research The modern management of hirsutism
Effective hirsutism management requires identifying the cause, combining new and traditional treatments, and setting realistic expectations for patients.
research Apocrine sweat gland obstruction by antiperspirants allowing transdermal absorption of cutaneous generated hormones and pheromones as a link to the observed incidence rates of breast and prostate cancer in the 20th century
The document suggests that blocking sweat glands with antiperspirants might allow skin-generated hormones to be absorbed, possibly increasing breast and prostate cancer risk.
research A comparison between finasteride, flutamide, and finasteride plus flutamide combination in the treatment of hirsutism
Flutamide works better than finasteride for hirsutism, and combining both is slightly better but not much.
research Androgenic disorders of women: Diagnostic and therapeutic decision making
The document concludes that proper diagnosis and tailored long-term treatment can effectively manage androgenic disorders in women, improving patient care outcomes.
research Noncontraceptive benefits of the estradiol valerate/dienogest combined oral contraceptive: a review of the literature
The estradiol valerate/dienogest oral contraceptive helps with heavy periods, may improve acne and symptoms in PCOS, and doesn't affect sexual function.
research Post-finasteride syndrome
Finasteride may cause lasting sexual, mental, and physical symptoms; use with caution.
research Menopausal Acne – Challenges And Solutions
Menopausal acne is treated with medications and lifestyle changes, but careful choice is needed due to side effects.
research A Critical Review on Obstetric Follow-up of Women Affected by Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Women with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus should have closely monitored pregnancies and avoid certain medications to improve their pregnancy outcomes.
research Molecular basis of androgen action on human sexual desire
Testosterone significantly affects sexual desire in both men and women, but its impact on women is more complex and influenced by psychological factors.
research Interventional studies for polycystic ovarian syndrome in children and adolescents
Early treatment and lifestyle changes are important for managing PCOS in young people to prevent long-term health issues.
research Medical treatment regimens of hirsutism
Low-dose anti-androgen drugs and certain drug combinations are effective for hirsutism, and insulin sensitizers show promise, especially for those with polycystic ovarian syndrome.
research The treatment of acne
Early treatment of acne is important to prevent scarring and improve appearance, using medications that can have side effects.
research Female androgenetic alopecia: An update
Hair loss in women can be slowed with treatment, but more research needed for better solutions.
research Measurement of steroid hormones by liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry with small amounts of hair
A new method accurately measures steroid hormones in a few hair strands and could help study chronic stress and hair loss.
research Spironolactone May be a Cause of Hormonally Associated Vestibulodynia and Female Sexual Arousal Disorder
Spironolactone might cause painful intercourse and decreased sexual arousal in women.
research Megestrol Acetate Increases the Proliferation, Migration, and Adipogenic Differentiation of Adipose-Derived Stem Cells via Glucocorticoid Receptor
Megestrol acetate helps fat-derived stem cells grow, move, and turn into fat cells through a specific receptor.
research Azelaic Acid in the Treatment of Acne in Adult Females: Case Reports
Azelaic Acid is effective and safe for treating adult female acne, with few side effects.
research Prevalence of hyperprolactinaemia in female premenopausal blood donors
A small number of premenopausal female blood donors had high prolactin levels, often due to stress, and retesting is recommended to prevent misdiagnosis.
research The Safety of Testosterone Therapy in Women
Testosterone therapy seems safe for short-term use in postmenopausal women with low sexual desire, but more research on long-term effects is needed.
research Alopecia - the search for novel agents continues
Many potential alopecia treatments need more testing to confirm they promote acceptable hair growth with minimal side effects.