June 2025 in “JCEM Case Reports” False high testosterone levels were corrected using a more accurate test.
A thorough diagnostic process and teamwork are crucial for managing complex hyperandrogenism in postmenopausal women.
April 2010 in “The Journal of Urology” Human prostate cells produce more WISP1/CCN4 when there's not enough oxygen.
February 2019 in “Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatology” Many men with male pattern baldness have abnormal blood fat levels, which may raise their risk of heart disease.
January 2015 in “Journal of North Sichuan Medical College” Androgenetic alopecia is more common in males, can be influenced by lifestyle, and may be linked to other skin issues.
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December 2019 in “Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology” More research is needed to confirm sperm DNA fragmentation as a reliable tool for diagnosing male infertility.
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October 2020 in “Endocrine journal” A patient with Werner syndrome showed a range of aging-like symptoms and metabolic issues, underscoring the need for early detection and treatment.
A new mutation in the TRPS1 gene caused Trichorhinophalangeal syndrome in a 17-year-old, highlighting the need for genetic testing.
November 2022 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” A rare ovarian tumor caused high testosterone and excess hair in a woman, which was resolved after tumor removal.
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October 2019 in “Immunological investigations” The AIRE gene variant rs2075876 is linked to a higher risk of alopecia areata in males.
June 2020 in “Journal of genetic medicine” The document's conclusion cannot be provided because the document is not accessible or understandable.
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October 2024 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” Potential androgen excess signs vary by demographics and health, needing inclusive evaluation.
Certain genetic variations are linked to hair loss in Mexican men.
January 2025 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Genetic testing is crucial for diagnosing rare hair loss disorders.
May 2023 in “Journal of complementary medicine & alternative healthcare” Ayurveda's descriptions of genetic disorders align with modern genetic understanding.
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March 2024 in “Endocrine Reviews” Significant progress was made in understanding androgen excess disorders, but much is still unknown.
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January 2009 in “Cellular & Molecular Biology Letters” DHT deficiency increases iNOS expression in rat testis and epididymis.
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August 2013 in “Fertility and Sterility” Finasteride may improve sperm count in subfertile men with low sperm count.
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April 2000 in “Archives of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine”
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February 2009 in “Fertility and Sterility” Most women with PCOS have high levels of male hormones, and free testosterone is the best marker for this.
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December 2004 in “Dermatology” Two women with very high androgen levels had only slight skin issues, one due to a non-classical adrenal disorder and the other due to an adrenal tumor.
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January 2011 in “Dermatopathology”
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February 1995 in “Journal of Clinical Dermatology” More men than women have hair loss, it's often inherited, and it's linked with higher testosterone levels. There's been a rise in female hair loss patients.
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July 2012 in “Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology” A 12-year-old girl with very high testosterone and insulin resistance improved with birth control pills, suggesting PCOS can cause high testosterone without tumors.
May 2020 in “International journal of molecular biology” Mutations in the AR gene cause hair thinning and loss.
November 2025 in “Cancers” Men with male pattern baldness may have a slightly higher risk of prostate cancer.
A 73-year-old woman's unusual hair loss and growth led to the discovery of a rare condition causing too much testosterone, which improved after her ovaries were removed.
April 2020 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” A woman's high testosterone and related symptoms were caused by overactive cells in her ovaries.
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July 2022 in “BMC Biology” Sex-limited chromosomes can affect traits not related to reproduction.
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July 2018 in “Steroids” Testosterone changes how certain channels work in male rat reproductive tracts, affecting fertility-related fluid balance.