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Measuring plasma testosterone glucosiduronate is a reliable way to detect high male hormone levels in women.

The document concludes that more research is needed to understand excessive hair growth in women with normal hormone levels and regular ovulation.

Scientists made the first metal-based compounds from a nonsteroidal antiandrogen drug, which showed potential in fighting both hormone-dependent and independent prostate cancer cells.

Diet changes hormone levels in pregnant ewes by affecting metabolism, not placental synthesis.

A new method accurately measures nine specific hormones in human blood.

Prostate cancer can progress even with low testosterone due to internal hormone production in the tumor.

The document concludes that blocking the internal pathways that create androgens might help treat cancers that depend on sex hormones.

Oestrogens are key for bone growth during puberty in both boys and girls.

Mitotane changes steroid breakdown, affecting cortisol availability.

Low dose finasteride decreases certain steroids, possibly increasing depression risk.

Long-term use of oral contraceptives, especially starting before age 20, may increase the risk of early-onset breast cancer.

Higher doses of oestradiol implants improve bone density in postmenopausal women.

Cabergoline is more effective and has fewer side effects than bromocriptine for treating women with hyperprolactinemic amenorrhea.

Researchers developed a reliable method to measure testosterone and epitestosterone in urine for medical and anti-doping use.

The conclusion is that young women with excessive hair growth should be quickly tested for hormonal issues and treated to improve their social well-being.

New compounds were made that block an enzyme linked to breast cancer better than existing treatments.

Androstanediol glucuronide is a reliable marker for hirsutism in women.

Targeting glucocorticoid action might help treat type-2 diabetes, but human trials are needed.

Hyperadrenocorticism in ferrets is linked to neutering and indoor housing, and is best treated with surgery and a deslorelin implant.

Saw palmetto is an effective natural treatment for hair loss with minimal side effects.

Ketoconazole reduced hair growth and improved acne in women, but caused side effects needing careful monitoring.

Cyproterone acetate is effective for treating hirsutism and acne but less so for hair loss, with side effects similar to birth control pills.

Laminin-511 may help promote hair growth, while laminin-332 does not affect hair loss.

Combining flutamide and finasteride can reduce prostate weight and tumor growth, potentially benefiting treatments needing optimal DHT inhibition.

Cholesterol sulfate buildup due to a genetic mutation disrupts the skin barrier, leading to the scaling skin seen in X-linked ichthyosis.

The document concludes that accurate measurement of serum androgens is crucial for diagnosing hyperandrogenism.

Antiandrogens have important biological effects, but more research is needed to understand them fully and compare their effectiveness and side effects to other treatments.

Cheonggukjang may help prevent and manage various diseases and improve overall health, but its odor and safety concerns need addressing.

Cell transplantation faces challenges in genitourinary reconstruction, but alternative tissue sources and microencapsulation show promise.