May 2021 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” A woman's severe hormone imbalance after menopause led to finding a rare ovarian tumor, treated by surgery.
23 citations
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March 1998 in “BMJ” Haemochromatosis can cause infertility by affecting hormone glands.
13 citations
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July 2018 in “General and comparative endocrinology” Thyroid hormones and androgens affect gene expression in frog reproductive organs differently between males and females.
122 citations
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July 1990 in “Teratology” Finasteride exposure in pregnancy causes genital abnormalities in male rats.
2 citations
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March 2016 in “The Journal of Urology” Male infertility often lacks thorough investigation, potentially missing reversible causes.
42 citations
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January 2006 in “Obstetrical & Gynecological Survey” The document concludes that correct diagnosis and management of PCOS are important, and more research is needed on its risks and treatments.
August 2013 in “Fertility and Sterility” PCOS may be influenced by factors in the blood, not just the ovaries.
November 2018 in “International Journal of Current Pharmaceutical Research” PCOS is a hormonal disorder causing symptoms like irregular periods and acne, and increases the risk of diabetes and heart disease.
56 citations
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October 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Androgens play a complex role in skin conditions like acne and hair loss in women, and normal blood levels don't always show true androgen status.
Ultrasound alone isn't enough to diagnose PCOS.
40 citations
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October 2020 in “Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome: Clinical Research and Reviews” Higher androgen levels might make COVID-19 worse, especially in men.
5 citations
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September 2023 in “Clinical Endocrinology” Polymenorrhoea should be included in PCOS diagnostic criteria due to similar metabolic issues.
3 citations
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April 2020 in “American Journal of Case Reports” A new mutation in the HJV gene was found in a young woman with juvenile hemochromatosis, causing unusual symptoms like secondary hypothyroidism.
2 citations
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August 2019 in “The journal of sexual medicine” Testosterone treatment effectively causes male physical development in transgender male adolescents but may lead to side effects like acne, higher BMI and blood pressure, lower good cholesterol, and decreased bone density.
10 citations
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January 2018 in “Dermatology online journal” Genital rejuvenation is becoming popular for improving genital appearance and function in both men and women.
5 citations
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December 2018 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” Differences in androgen receptor expression and tissue properties may lead to higher cryptorchidism risk in certain rats.
April 2025 in “The American journal of patient health info.” PCOS affects many women, causing hormonal issues and health risks, but can be managed with lifestyle changes and medication.
2 citations
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July 2022 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” Some women with PCOS have rare genetic variants linked to the condition.
5 citations
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December 2015 in “PubMed” Some gonadal hormone drugs can block filovirus entry into cells.
1 citations
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December 2015 in “Balkan Journal of Medical Genetics” Genetic screening can help diagnose and manage infertility in Slovenian couples.
September 2024 in “Texila international journal of public health” PCOS may start with high insulin levels, and certain biomarkers can help understand its causes, especially in teens.
February 2026 in “Applied Biosciences” The study found potential new DNA patterns in fertility genes, but further testing is needed.
1 citations
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August 2021 in “Canadian journal of neurological sciences” Woodhouse-Sakati syndrome can cause writer's cramp and other varied symptoms, highlighting the importance of genetic testing for diagnosis.
February 2024 in “Future science OA” Loss of the Y chromosome and UTY gene activity increases cancer risk in men.
24 citations
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January 2011 in “Sexual Development” Intersex frogs have different brain gene activity related to sex and thyroid hormones.
July 2023 in “Journal of allergy and clinical Immunology. Global” A 10-month-old boy with a rare combination of genetic conditions has severe immune deficiency and treatment challenges.
Sex hormones may affect COVID-19 severity and outcomes.
17 citations
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August 2019 in “Archives of Cardiovascular Diseases” Low testosterone in men is a risk factor for a specific heart rhythm issue, and testosterone treatment may help prevent it.
January 2023 in “Austin Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology” PCOS affects many young women in KSA, with mild cases being most common.