research Common questions and misconceptions about creatine supplementation: what does the scientific evidence really show?
Creatine is safe, not a steroid, and boosts muscle and performance without causing kidney damage or hair loss.
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240-270 / 1000+ resultsresearch The effects of pro-, pre-, and synbiotics supplementation on polycystic ovary syndrome: an umbrella review of meta-analyses of randomized controlled trials
Pro-, pre-, and synbiotics may help with PCOS, but more research is needed.
research MP66-17 CLINICAL EFFECTIVENESS OF BILATERAL ORCHIECTOMY IN REDUCING ANTI-ANDROGENS IN TRANSGENDER FEMALES
Bilateral Orchiectomy effectively reduces the need for anti-androgen medication in most transgender females.
research Hormonal and Surgical Treatment Options for Transgender Women and Transfeminine Spectrum Persons
Transgender women can develop feminine traits and improve their quality of life through hormone therapy and surgery, but results vary and access to surgery can be limited.
research Androgens inhibit phagocytosis by macrophages via the androgen receptor in vitro
Male hormones can decrease the ability of immune cells to fight bacteria.
research Effectiveness of micronutrient rich supplement on the symptoms of polycystic ovarian syndrome among reproductive age women
Micronutrient supplements significantly improved PCOS symptoms in women.
research Hypogonadism as a Reversible Cause of Torsades de Pointes in Men
Low testosterone can cause a heart rhythm problem in men, but fixing it can prevent the issue.
research What does the research say about androgen use and cerebrovascular events?
Androgen use may increase the risk of stroke, but more research is needed.
research 46, XY 5-Alpha Reductase Deficiency in a 36-Year-Old Phenotypic Female Patient
A 36-year-old person with a female appearance but male chromosomes was diagnosed with a rare enzyme deficiency affecting sexual development.
research Vitamin D Adequacy Conditions the Prolactin-Suppressive Effect of Metformin in Men Receiving Prolactin-Elevating Medications
Vitamin D is needed for metformin to lower prolactin effectively.
research Cutaneous Side Effects of Sports Supplements
Sports supplements can cause skin problems and may contain harmful substances.
research Association Between Trichoscopic Features and Serum Hormone Levels and Vitamin D Concentration in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia in Eastern China: A Cross-Sectional Study
Higher SHBG levels are linked to less severe hair loss in women, but vitamin D levels don't seem to affect hair loss.
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 Immunohistochemical Evaluation of Androgen Receptor and Nerve Structure Density in Human Prepuce from Patients with Persistent Sexual Side Effects after Finasteride Use for Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride, a hair loss drug, may cause long-term sexual side effects due to changes in hormone receptor levels.
research The expression of inducible nitric oxide synthase (iNOS) in the testis and epididymis of rats with a dihydrotestosterone (DHT) deficiency
DHT deficiency increases iNOS expression in rat testis and epididymis.
research Effects of sex steroid hormones and their metabolites on neuronal injury caused by oxygen-glucose deprivation/reoxygenation in organotypic hippocampal slice cultures
Progesterone and testosterone protect brain cells from damage through specific pathways.
research Consequences of Anabolic-Androgenic Steroid Abuse in Males; Sexual and Reproductive Perspective
Using anabolic-androgenic steroids can harm men's reproductive health and increase the risk of heart problems and death.
research Circulating Androgen Concentrations and Risk of Incident Heart Failure in Older Men: The Cardiovascular Health Study
Lower testosterone levels may increase heart failure risk in older men.
research IDEA Group Consensus Statement on Medical Management of Adult Gender Incongruent Individuals Seeking Gender Affirmation as Male
The statement offers guidance for hormone therapy and surgery to help gender-incongruent adults affirm a male identity.
research Is Dihydrotestosterone a Classic Hormone?
Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) mainly affects nearby cells, doesn't significantly change prostate hormonal environment or cancer risk, and doesn't play a main role in causing hair loss or acne. More research is needed on its effects on heart health, sexual function, and bone health.
research Adult Male Hypogonadism: A Laboratory Medicine Perspective on Its Diagnosis and Management
Accurate testosterone measurement and standardized lab practices are crucial for diagnosing and managing adult male hypogonadism.
research Male Sex Hormones in Andrology Today
Testosterone is key for male sexual function, and treating hormone imbalances can improve sexual issues.
research Drugs and Androgenetic Alopecia: What to look out for
Certain drugs can worsen hair loss in people prone to androgenetic alopecia.
research Innovative Reports on the Effects of Anabolic Androgenic Steroid Abuse—How to Lose Your Mind for the Love of Sport
Abusing steroids can damage your heart, muscles, reproductive system, liver, skin, and brain, and may increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease.
research Levels of sex steroids in lung tissues of patients with non‑small cell lung cancer after COVID‑19 of different severity
Severe COVID-19 may increase lung cancer risk and affect treatment in women due to hormonal changes.
research Geographical Differences in Male Infertility between the United States and Canada: Insights from the Andrology Research Consortium
American men are older, more obese, and have longer infertility than Canadian men.
research European Society of Endocrinology Clinical Practice Guideline: Endocrine work-up in obesity
Test thyroid function in all obese patients and prioritize weight loss for hormonal balance.
research Hormone replacement therapy in morphine-induced hypogonadic male chronic pain patients
Testosterone therapy can improve hormone levels and quality of life in men with morphine-induced hormone issues.
research Androgen insufficiency in women: diagnostic and therapeutic implications
Testosterone replacement can help women with low libido and mood, but they need to have enough estrogen first to avoid side effects.
research Epitestosterone
Epitestosterone may counteract testosterone's effects and has roles in body processes like prostate growth and hair distribution.