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Androgens, male hormones, play a role in both men and women's health, and testosterone therapy can help women with low levels, but it's not suitable for pregnant or lactating women, or those with certain conditions.

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.

A 15-year-old girl with no menstrual period was diagnosed with a genetic condition that makes her body unable to respond to male hormones, leading to female characteristics despite having male genetic makeup.

Non-classical 21-hydroxylase deficiency can be missed in newborn screenings and should be considered in cases of early puberty or virilization.

Almost 40% of Greek women with acne show signs of androgen-related disorders, with adult women more likely affected.

Androgen receptors are active in many tissues of both male and female mice, not just reproductive organs.

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

Scientists found new nonsteroidal compounds that can act like natural male hormones and might help treat male fertility and hormone issues.

Higher DHT levels are linked to more acne in adolescents, especially boys.

Both vaginal testosterone cream and Estring effectively manage vaginal dryness in women with early-stage breast cancer on aromatase inhibitors.

Hyperandrogenism is diagnosed using clinical signs, lab tests, and imaging.

The document concludes that antiandrogenic drugs like cyproterone acetate and spironolactone are effective but not permanent treatments for skin-related androgenization in women.

Testosterone is key for male sexual function, and treating hormone imbalances can improve sexual issues.

The document concludes that PCOS in adolescents is complex and requires comprehensive care to manage its symptoms and associated health risks.

A rare ovarian tumor caused high testosterone and excess hair in a woman, which was resolved after tumor removal.

Hormonal balance is vital for women's health and performance, but therapies like contraceptives and steroids have both benefits and risks.

Using anabolic-androgenic steroids can harm men's reproductive health and increase the risk of heart problems and death.

Sex hormones, especially estradiol, can change chicken feather shapes and colors.

Recurrent vaginal bleeding in young girls without puberty signs may require a genital exam to find hidden causes.

Ovarian stromal hyperplasia can cause high testosterone in postmenopausal women and is treated by removing the ovaries.

Men are more at risk for severe COVID-19 due to biological differences, suggesting the need for targeted treatments.

Doctors should check for serious tumor causes of high androgen levels in postmenopausal women and more research is needed on this condition.

Testosterone therapy can help postmenopausal women with low sexual desire if monitored carefully.

Testosterone's effects on COVID-19 are unclear and need more research.

TMPRSS2 helps viruses enter cells and protects the prostate from inflammation-related cancer.

Ovulation disorders are a major cause of infertility and menstrual problems in women.

Hormones and sex affect potassium channel gene expression in electric fish, influencing their communication signals.

Men with high genetic risk for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) have increased chances of obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and hair loss, showing PCOS risk factors can affect both genders.