research Sexual Hormones in Human Skin
Human skin makes sexual hormones that affect hair growth, skin health, and healing; too much can cause acne and hair loss, while treatments can manage these conditions.
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research Female sexuality and common sexual dysfunctions: evaluation and management in a primary care setting
Primary care doctors should address female sexual dysfunctions to improve women's sexual health and life quality.
research Androgens modulate endometrial function
Androgens affect the function and health of the endometrium.
research Anabolic androgenic steroids impact on cardiovascular risk and cardiovascular events. The literature review
Anabolic-androgenic steroids increase the risk of heart problems.
research REPORTS: Summary of the Recommendations on Sexual Dysfunctions in Women
The report recommends personalized treatment for women's sexual dysfunctions and more research on effective therapies.
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 Guidelines on the use of finasteride in androgenetic alopecia
Taking 1 mg of finasteride daily can increase hair count and improve hair appearance, but it may have side effects on sexual function and a potential risk of prostate cancer. It may not be effective for postmenopausal women unless taken in higher doses.
research Treatment Strategies for Cutaneous and Oral Mucosal Side Effects of Oncological Treatment in Breast Cancer: A Comprehensive Review
Early detection and multidisciplinary management of skin and mouth side effects from breast cancer treatments improve patient outcomes.
research Endocrine intervention for transsexuals
Hormone treatment for transsexual individuals is effective but carries risks like thromboembolic events and mood changes, with most side effects being minor and reversible.
research MP85-05 SEXUAL DYSFUNCTION AFTER 5-ALPHA REDUCTASE INHIBITOR USE: INSIGHTS FROM THE REDUCE STUDY GROUP DATABASE
Dutasteride use can lead to a stable decline in sexual function that is not affected by age or prostate size.
research Acupuncture for treating alopecia areata: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Acupuncture may help with hair regrowth in alopecia areata, but more research is needed.
research Adverse effects of 5α-reductase inhibitors: What do we know, don’t know, and need to know?
5α-reductase inhibitors may cause persistent sexual dysfunction and depression, needing more research on long-term effects.
research Efficacy and safety of topical finasteride spray solution for male androgenetic alopecia: a phase III, randomized, controlled clinical trial
Topical finasteride is an effective and safer treatment for male hair loss.
research Efectos adversos de finasteride: mitos y realidades. Una revisión actualizada
Finasteride can cause sexual dysfunction, sperm changes, and affect bone density and metabolism.
research Dehydroepiandrosterone for women in the peri- or postmenopausal phase
DHEA may help with sexual function when used intravaginally by menopausal women but is similar to hormone therapy in other aspects and might cause more side effects like acne and hair loss.
research Advances in male hormone substitution therapy
New treatments for low male hormones improved sexual function and mood but had unclear risks, especially for older men.
research The Post-finasteride Syndrome: Clinical Manifestation of Drug-Induced Epigenetics Due to Endocrine Disruption
Finasteride can cause lasting sexual dysfunction, depression, and other side effects, needing more research for treatment.
research Controversies Regarding Transdermal Androgen Therapy in Postmenopausal Women
Testosterone therapy may slightly improve sexual function in postmenopausal women, but its long-term safety is unknown.
research The Effects of Transdermal Dihydrotestosterone in the Aging Male: A Prospective, Randomized, Double Blind Study
Dihydrotestosterone gel improved well-being and sexual function in older men without negatively affecting prostate health.
research The Impact of 5α-Reductase Inhibitor Use for Male Pattern Hair Loss on Men’s Health
Hair loss drugs may cause sexual issues and infertility in men.
research Young patients using finasteride exhibit risk of suicidality
Finasteride use in young people may increase risk of suicidal thoughts and mental health issues.
research Distinct Transcriptional Profiles of the Female, Male, and Finasteride-Induced Feminized Male Anogenital Region in Rat Fetuses
Finasteride exposure affects gene expression and anogenital distance in male rat fetuses.
research Investigation of the Plausibility of 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor Syndrome
The document concludes that sexual and psychiatric side effects from 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors are reported, but more high-quality research is needed to understand how often they occur.
research STEROIDS AND STEROID-LIKE COMPOUNDS
Athletes use steroids to enhance performance despite health risks and legal issues, and education on their dangers is needed.
research Effects of 5-alpha reductase inhibitors
5-alpha reductase inhibitors can cause sexual, neurologic, endocrine, and cardiovascular side effects, but these are rare and usually stop after ending treatment.
research How to distinguish medicalization from over-medicalization?
The article suggests using four questions to tell apart necessary medicalization from excessive medicalization, focusing on problem significance, social expectations, medical understanding, and effective resolution.
research Transmasculine Hormone Therapy
Testosterone therapy for transmasculine individuals is generally safe with medical supervision, improves mental health, and has mixed effects on physical health.
research RETIRED: Managing Menopause Chapter 8 Sexuality and Menopause
Menopause often leads to lower sexual desire and discomfort during sex, but treatment should be personalized and only if it bothers the woman.
research Clinical Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics of Finasteride
Finasteride helps regrow hair and shrink prostate by reducing DHT, with some sexual side effects.
research Patients treated for male pattern hair with finasteride show, after discontinuation of the drug, altered levels of neuroactive steroids in cerebrospinal fluid and plasma
Finasteride affects brain and blood steroids, causing lasting sexual and emotional side effects.