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What are hormone risks?

Taking hormones without medical supervision can be very risky. Doctors carefully monitor hormone levels to ensure they are within a safe range, as too much or too little can cause serious health problems. The story mentions women having 'dangerously high hormone levels' from buying testosterone online, illustrating these potential dangers.

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