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High Testosterone in Women

Medically reviewed by Peter Weiss, MD Key Takeaways High testosterone in women can cause unwanted facial hair, acne, and ...
High testosterone is common in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and can cause symptoms like acne and excessive hair growth. It can also make it hard to lose weight. Here’s what research ...
WASHINGTON -- Women with more testosterone tend to behave more like men when taking financial risks, according to a new study. "Women with higher levels of testosterone turn out to be less risk averse ...
Testosterone is a hormone made by the gonads and adrenal glands most associated with healthy males. However, while physiological differences based on gender exist, testosterone plays a vital role in ...
Many women are becoming more aware of the perks of maintaining their hormone levels as they age. Maybe that’s why testosterone is no longer the third wheel—after estrogen and progesterone—when it ...
Do women have a testosterone problem? Social media influencers believe they do. And with the rise of telemedicine and testosterone replacement clinics opening up across the country, access to the drug ...
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Higher testosterone levels might explain why some women seek out risky financial trading jobs while others stick to more stable business careers, U.S. researchers reported on ...
With influence from social media, physicians are noticing a growing number of women asking for testosterone prescriptions, NBC News reported Nov. 10. Testosterone is naturally present in men and women ...
Testosterone therapy can offer multiple benefits for women, including increased energy and improved bone health, according to the Cleveland Clinic. However, the Food and Drug Administration hasn’t ...
A new study has revealed that conservatively dressed women are no safer from some men than those who dress sexy, particularly if he's got high testosterone. Yakobchuk Olena - stock.adobe.com The toxic ...