The introduction of designer estrogens as a treatment modality in hormone replacement in women has invited consideration of the concept of compounds with selective androgenic effects for male hormone replacement therapy in general. The full spectrum of the actions of testosterone may not be necessary ...
We’ve thoroughly tested the products and services in this guide and have analyzed data about the effectiveness of various treatment options. Along with this information, you need to consider what treatment path fits best into your life. The treatment should be a good, sustainable fit for you ...
Scanty literature is available for danazol treatment in patients with DIE and, however, it has become less popular due to the high rates of androgenic adverse events (AEs). The partial relief of pain that often is achieved with available therapies and its recurrence after the suspension of the...
Figure 1. Metformin—Treatment Option for Social Impairment? An Open Clinical Trial to Elucidate the Effects of Metformin Treatment on Steroid Hormones and Social Behavior. 2. Hypothesis Several lines of evidence indicate that metformin seems to have an effect on steroid hormones [38,42,46,47,48...
and have fewer systemic adverse effects than oral and injectable options, and are frequently the first line of defense against hair loss. This route of administration is attributed to its popularity among patients who want quick fixes that work well without requiring physician care. According to the...
1. Androgenic alopecia Androgenic alopecia, or male pattern baldness, is a genetic disorder that is brought on by the activity of the male sex hormones called androgens.(4)Women also have trace amounts of androgens in the body and can suffer from this condition, especially if it runs in the...
Dr Cartwright is employed as the senior director of medical affairs for Cassiopea Inc and received personal fees as a consultant to Cassiopea SpA; receives personal fees as an adjunct faculty member at the University of Arizona; holds stock options in Cassiopea SpA; and previously was a ...
Treatment Options for Klinefelter Syndrome Androgen therapy (types of testosterone) is the most common form of treatment for Klinefelter syndrome and can have a number of positive effects, including improving sex drive, promoting hair growth, increasing muscle strength and energy levels, and reducing ...
CPA is a 17-hydroxyprogesterone derivative with both antigonadotropic effects and antiandrogenic peripheral activity. CPA antagonizes androgen action primarily by binding to the dihydrotestosterone (DHT) receptor at the level of the end organ. Because of its steroidal structure, CPA has antigonadotropic ...
Treatment options for severe acne include medications, laser therapy, chemical peels, and microneedling patches. This review focuses on cystic acne treatment options and discusses their advantages and disadvantages. Medications like isotretinoin reduce inflammation but have side effects. Laser therapy ...