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New compounds may soon be tested to treat excessive hair growth in women.
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research Testosterone Reduces Tight Junction Complexity and Down-regulates Expression of Claudin-4 and Occludin in the Endometrium in Ovariectomized, Sex-steroid Replacement Rats
Testosterone makes the connections in the uterus lining simpler and lowers certain protein levels, which might lead to infertility.
research Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase (17β -HSD3, 17β-HSD5, and 3α-HSD3) Inhibitors:Extragonadal Regulation of Intracellular Sex Steroid Hormone Levels
Certain inhibitors can potentially treat prostate cancer and other hormone-dependent conditions by controlling sex hormone levels in cells.
research MALE PSEUDOHERMAPHRODITISM DUE TO 17β-HYDROXYSTEROID DEHYDROGENASE DEFICIENCY: STUDIES ON THE NATURAL HISTORY OF THE DEFECT AND EFFECT OF ANDROGENS ON GENDER ROLE
Masculinization in affected individuals occurs gradually after puberty due to hormone changes.
research Influence of age and of testosterone on the response of male rats to parachlorophenylalanine
PCPA induces hypersexual behavior in male rats regardless of age or castration status.
research New ester derivatives of dehydroepiandrosterone as 5α-reductase inhibitors
New compounds may help treat prostate issues without affecting androgen receptors.
research Synthesis, antiproliferative activity, acute toxicity and assessment of the antiandrogenic activities of new androstane derivatives
research Single injection of very mild dose botulinum toxin in the vastus lateralis improves testicular spermatogenesis and sperm motility in ageing experimental mice
A mild botulinum toxin injection improved sperm production and movement in aging mice.
research Evaluation of 5α-reductase inhibitory activity of certain herbs useful as antiandrogens
Some herbs show promise as antiandrogenic agents.
research Combined oral contraceptives promote androgen receptor and oestrogen receptor alpha upregulation in the female prostate (Skene’s paraurethral glands) of adult gerbils (Meriones unguiculatus)
Birth control pills increase certain receptor activities in female gerbil prostate glands and can lead to prostate changes.
research Testosterone Is a Contraceptive and Should Not Be Used in Men Who Desire Fertility
Testosterone replacement therapy can prevent men from fathering children and should not be used by those wanting to stay fertile.
research AN EFFICIENT SYNTHESIS OF DUTASTERIDE: UTILIZING BENZOYL GROUP AS NOVEL LACTAMIC PROTECTING GROUP
Researchers created a new, efficient way to make Dutasteride, a hair loss and prostate drug, with high purity using a benzoyl group.
research Sex hormones and related compounds, including hormonal contraceptives
Exposure to certain sex hormones can increase health risks, while some hormone therapies may offer benefits for specific conditions.
research Sex Steroid Hormones - Impact on Reproductive Physiology
Sex steroid hormones are essential for reproductive health and overall well-being.
research “EGGS AT TWELVE”, HOW GIRLS BECOME BOYS AND THE DISCOVERY OF FINASTERIDE
Finasteride helps treat hair loss and prostate issues by blocking a hormone.
research Emerging drugs for hypogonadism
New treatments for male hypogonadism are easier to use and target specific tissues to reduce side effects.
research The role of androgen therapy
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.
research SUN-195 Falsely Elevated Testosterone Levels: Role of LC-MS/MS in Reducing Unnecessary Testing
Using LC-MS/MS for hormone measurement can prevent false high testosterone results and avoid unnecessary tests.
research Comparative GC-MS Based In vitro Assays of 5α-Reductase Activity Using Rat Liver S9 Fraction
The S9 fraction with GC-IDMS is effective for measuring 5α-reductase activity.
research THE TREATMENT OF HIRSUTISM WITH A COMBINATION OF DESOGESTREL AND ETHINYL OESTRADIOL
A combination of desogestrel and ethinyl oestradiol effectively reduces hair growth in hirsute women.
research Effects of depot medroxyprogesterone acetate, the copper IUD and the levonorgestrel implant on testosterone, sex hormone binding globulin and free testosterone levels: ancillary study of the ECHO randomized clinical trial
The levonorgestrel implant increases free testosterone and lowers SHBG more than DMPA-IM and the copper IUD.
research In vitro bioassays for androgens and their diagnostic applications
In vitro bioassays are better than traditional methods for measuring androgen activity but aren't ready for routine use yet.
research Zhuangyao Jianshen pill ameliorates testosterone-induced benign postatic hyperplasia in rats.
Zhuangyao Jianshen pill reduces prostate enlargement and inflammation in rats.
research The Effect of Anti-Androgens on the Response of Rat Preputial Glands to Testosterone*
New compounds can block testosterone effects in rats and might help treat conditions like prostate cancer and acne.
research Spontaneous fertility in a male patient with testotoxicosis despite suppression of FSH levels
A man with testotoxicosis was fertile despite low FSH levels, suggesting high testosterone may allow sperm production without FSH.
research Single injection of very mild dose BOTOX in the vastus lateralis improves testicular spermatogenesis and sperm motility in ageing experimental mice
A small BOTOX dose improved sperm production and movement in older mice.
research Hormone therapy for transgender patients
Hormone therapy is essential for transgender individuals but requires careful management due to possible metabolic effects.
research A prospective study of the prevalence of clear-cut endocrine disorders and polycystic ovaries in 350 patients presenting with hirsutism or androgenic alopecia
Most women with hirsutism or androgenic alopecia had polycystic ovaries, especially if they had irregular periods.
research Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
The document concludes that proper diagnosis and a multidisciplinary approach are crucial for managing Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia effectively.
research Diagnosis and management of the dermatologic manifestations of the polycystic ovary syndrome
The document concludes that accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment are important for skin problems in women with PCOS.