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  • 05/06/2023

What are the effects of testosterone on young women?

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Dr Rohinipriyanka Pondugula

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  • MBBS
  • 9+ Yrs
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Young women with high testosterone levels develop frontal balding. Other possible effects include acne, an enlarged clitoris, increased muscle mass, and deepening of voice. High levels of testosterone can also lead to infertility and are commonly seen in polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS).

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