Study: There is 70x Higher Unconjugated DHT in Feces Compared To Blood Levels in Young Adults - Gut Microbiota Manages DHT Recycling and Metabolism
    Research/Science 6/14/2025

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    ๐Ÿ’Š Finasteride (oral)
    ๐Ÿ’Š Dutasteride (oral)
    ๐Ÿ’Š Probiotics (oral)
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    Gut microbiota significantly influences androgen metabolism, impacting hair loss treatments like finasteride. Probiotics, dietary changes, and fecal microbiota transplants may help manage DHT levels and improve hair health.
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