in idiopathic gynecomastia etiology

The role of expression of estrogen and progesterone receptors in idiopathic gynecomastia etiology

Gynecomastia is a benign enlargement of the male breast. If the etiology of breast enlargement remains unknown, gynecomastia is considered as idiopathic, and its frequency is estimated from 25% to 61%. Studies on the etiology of idiopathic gynecomastia involved examination of the level of the...
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Understanding Your Hormones

Estradiol (E2)

A form of estrogen produced from testosterone. Important for bone health, mood, and libido. Too high can cause side effects; too low can affect well-being.

DHT

Dihydrotestosterone is a potent androgen derived from testosterone. Affects hair growth, prostate health, and masculinization effects.

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The biologically active form of testosterone not bound to proteins. Directly available for cellular uptake and biological effects.

Scientific Reference

Lakshman KM, Kaplan B, Travison TG, Basaria S, Knapp PE, Singh AB, LaValley MP, Mazer NA, Bhasin S. The effects of injected testosterone dose and age on the conversion of testosterone to estradiol and dihydrotestosterone in young and older men. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2010 Aug;95(8):3955-64.

DOI: 10.1210/jc.2010-0102 | PMID: 20534765 | PMCID: PMC2913038