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T maxxing offers a compelling narrative: raise your testosterone, upgrade your life. But if you don’t have clinically low testosterone, there are health risks.
A baby girl developed unusually large genitals after accidental exposure to testosterone gel.
The insulin discovery we forgot.
One hormone, huge impact. No licensed testosterone treatment exists for women in the UK. That’s a public health failure, not a niche concern.
Polycystic ovary syndrome affects many parts of the body, not just the ovaries.
For some trans and gender diverse adolescents, physical changes in puberty can be distressing and lead to a sense of disconnection from their true sense of self.
Premenstrual dysphoric disorder affects between 3-8% of the population.
A more nuanced understanding of hormone therapy now suggests that its benefits for heart health depend on how soon after menopause onset it is prescribed.
Hunger is setting in for Alone Australia contestants. Here’s what’s going on in the body and the mind.
When patients can’t access their MHT patches, they may consider switching to different formulations, such as tablets or gels. Here’s how they differ.
Yaz and Yasmin protect against pregnancy and can help manage some hormone-related conditions.
Recent political attention might imply gender-affirming care is risky, controversial, perhaps even new. But Australian law views it as a legitimate medical treatment.
Genetics, age, hormones and nutrition can affect the growth of your hair and nails. Here’s how.
Some studies say menopause hormone therapy increases the risk of dementia, while others say it reduces it. Here’s how to make sense of the conflicting results.
How do you know if what you are experiencing is standard premenstrual syndrome – PMS – or something more severe?
Patents for a drug related to Ozempic have expired, so pharmaceutical companies are working to develop ‘generic’ versions. These are likely to be much cheaper. But how do they compare with Ozempic?
More than 85% of people with distressing menopause symptoms struggle to get appropriate care. These barriers can be compounded for LGBTQIA+ people and those living with disability.
Are you stuck in a cycle of endless diets? Consider these questions before starting a new one.
Pre-menstrual dysphoric disorder was only recently recognized as a mental health condition, so many health-care providers may also be new to understanding this hormone sensitivity and its treatment.
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Professor of Psychiatry, Monash University
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Associate Professor of Medical Sciences, University of Wollongong
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Professor of Anatomy, Lancaster University
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Professor of Women’s Health Research, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, & Director of Research, Royal Women's Hospital, The University of Melbourne
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Clinical Trials Director, Department of Endocrinology, RPA Hospital, University of Sydney
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Associate Professor in Contraception, Reproductive and Sexual Health, Anglia Ruskin University
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Emeritus Director, Hudson Institute
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Gynaecology Unit Head the Royal Women’s Hospital and Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, The University of Melbourne
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Senior Lecturer, School of Psychology and Neuroscience, University of Bristol
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Chair of Women's Health, Monash University
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