Govindaiah G, Kang YJ, Lewis HES, Chung L, Clement EM, Greenfield LJ Jr, et al
The mechanism mainly involves increased androgen synthesis in the ovaries and adrenal glands, along with a decrease in sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) levels, further increasing free androgen bioavailability ( Figure 2 )
Go to the ER instead if you experience chest pain, confusion, inability to stay awake, seizures, vomiting blood, severe tremors or hallucinations, or slow breathing
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Raj Thethi - Medical Reviewer Dr
Symptoms, goals of therapy, risks vs benefits should be discussed with a healthcare provider to determine the therapeutic modality that would be most appropriate