Breast development extension adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)), and thyroid hormones such as thyroxine (and by extension thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) and thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH)) also play permissive but less well-understood/poorly-characterized roles in breast development during both puberty and pregnancy, and are required for full functional development. Leptin has also been found to be an important factor in mammary gland development, and has been found to promote mammary epithelial cell proliferation. In contrast to the female-associated sex hormones, estrogen and progesterone, the male-associated sex hormones, the androgens, such as testosterone and dihydrotestosterone (DHT), powerfully suppress the action of estrogen in the breasts. At least one
Asia Pacific Coalition on Male Sexual Health Asia Pacific Coalition on Male Sexual Health The Asia Pacific Coalition on Male Sexual Health, also known as APCOM, is a network of non-profit organizations which share the mission of improving male sexual health in South Asia, East Asia, and the Pacific Islands. APCOM was launched in July 2007 after delegates to the Delhi 2006 International Consultation on Male Sexual Health and HIV in Asia and the Pacific identified a need for more organization in the field of male sexual health. APCOM was founded as an autonomous, regional coalition of citizen groups, government representatives, funders, technical consultants and the United