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research HSD3B1 Genotypes Conferring Adrenal-Restrictive and Adrenal-Permissive Phenotypes in Prostate Cancer and Beyond

30 citations, July 2019 in “Endocrinology”

Certain HSD3B1 gene types are linked to worse prostate cancer outcomes and affect treatment response and other health conditions.

Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase (17β-HSD3, 17β-HSD5, and 3α-HSD3) Inhibitors: Extragonadal Regulation of Intracellular Sex Steroid Hormone Levels

research Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase (17β-HSD3, 17β-HSD5, and 3α-HSD3) Inhibitors: Extragonadal Regulation of Intracellular Sex Steroid Hormone Levels

20 citations, June 2007 in “Recent Patents on Endocrine, Metabolic & Immune Drug Discovery”

Certain inhibitors can potentially treat prostate cancer and other hormone-dependent conditions by controlling sex hormone levels in cells.

research Gene Expression of Type 2 17β Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase in Scalp Hairs of Hirsute Women

28 citations, August 2003 in “Steroids”

Hirsute women have lower type 2 17β-HSD enzyme levels, which improve with treatment.

research Curcumin Derivatives Inhibit Testicular 17β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase 3

19 citations, March 2010 in “Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters”

Curcumin and its derivatives can block an enzyme important for making testosterone, with one derivative being particularly strong.

research 5α-Reductase Activity in the Human Hair Follicle Concentrates in the Dermal Papilla

41 citations, March 1998 in “Archives of Dermatological Research”

The enzyme that changes testosterone to a stronger form is mostly found in the part of the hair follicle called the dermal papilla.

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community Possible explanation of why Dutasteride seems to be worse for some people’s hair.

in Treatment 47 upvotes 1 year ago

The conclusion of the conversation is that some individuals may experience a condition called reactionary hypergonadism when taking dutasteride for hair loss. This condition can lead to an increase in testosterone levels, which may worsen hair loss instead of improving it.

community Dutasteride SAVES your hair follicles: MAJOR BS on people who say it destroyed their hair permanently.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 158 upvotes 11 months ago

The conversation discusses the effectiveness of hair loss treatments, specifically finasteride and dutasteride. The conclusion is that dutasteride significantly reduces DHT levels and may be more effective than finasteride for long-term hair retention, with some users reporting personal experiences and side effects.

community Everyone seems to be looking for an antiandrogen as an add on. But what about Estradiol & its derivatives ( excluding the low concentraion alfatradiool ) being used. Anyone has an experience with this ? Anything that won't cause feminization in the process ?

in Chat 6 upvotes 2 months ago

The conversation discusses using estradiol and its derivatives for hair loss without causing feminization. Users mention alternatives like alfatradiol, topical 17b-Estradiol, and DIM (Diindolylmethane).

community Dutasteride , bloodwork and dht.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 16 upvotes 6 months ago

The user reported high testosterone and estradiol levels within range, but unexpectedly high DHT levels after using finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss. Another person suggested the dutasteride might be fake or a bad batch and recommended using the branded Avodart.

community My DHT levels have increased after taking 0.25mg Fin for 47 days!

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 184 upvotes 2 weeks ago

A user experienced increased hair shedding and unchanged DHT levels after taking 0.25mg of finasteride for 47 days, leading them to increase the dose to 0.5mg. Others discussed varying experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and the importance of measuring scalp DHT.

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