Androgens have certain effects on both males and females, which can affect the reproductive system, body metabolism and so on. 1. Effects of androgens on women (1) Effects on the female reproductive system: androgens promote the growth and development of female muscles, pubic hair, axillary hair, labia, etc., and maintain normal libido. (2) Effects on body metabolism: androgens promote protein synthesis, muscle synthesis, and stimulate the proliferation of red blood cells in the bone marrow, and so on. (3) Effects on estrogen: androgens are the precursors of estrogen synthesis, and promoting estrogen synthesis is the main function of androgens in the female body. 2. Role of androgens on men (1) Role of male reproductive system: androgens can promote the maturation of epididymis, prostate and other accessory organs and the emergence of secondary sexual characteristics, and maintain normal libido and reproductive function. (2) Effects on body metabolism: roughly the same as the effects of androgens in the female body, such as promoting muscle synthesis, body growth, and increased erythropoiesis. If the examination finds abnormal androgen levels, it is recommended to actively cooperate with the doctor for detailed examination to clarify the cause of the disease.
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