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Although sex hormones and gut microbiota have independently been implicated in AD, their potential interactions remain incompletely understood. This narrative review integrates evidence from clinical, experimental, and preclinical studies examining the interplay among progesterone, testosterone, gut microbiota, and AD, with emphasis on immune regulation, epithelial barrier function, and gut\u2013skin communication. Overall, the available evidence suggests that progesterone is predominantly associated with type 2 immune responses, alterations in epithelial barrier homeostasis, and context-dependent microbial remodeling. In contrast, physiological testosterone is generally associated with immunoregulatory effects and microbial profiles enriched in short-chain fatty acid-producing bacteria, whereas local androgen metabolism may contribute to skin barrier dysfunction. 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