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highly targeted anti-androgen that might have minimal systemic effects
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Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
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herb and oil thought to stimulate skin and hair
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5 / 1000+ results![PLASMA C19 STEROID SULPHATE LEVELS AND INDICES OF ANDROGEN BIOAVAILABILITY IN FEMALE PATTERN ANDROGENIC ALOPECIA](/images/research/45be36a7-6e66-43c6-8c55-cc09c4244090/small/12368.jpg)
research PLASMA C19 STEROID SULPHATE LEVELS AND INDICES OF ANDROGEN BIOAVAILABILITY IN FEMALE PATTERN ANDROGENIC ALOPECIA
Women with female pattern hair loss have higher levels of certain androgens, suggesting increased androgen exposure to hair follicles.
![Three-Month Treatment With a Long-Acting Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone Agonist of Patients With Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Effects on Tissue Androgen Concentration, 5<i>α</i>-Reductase Activity and Androgen Receptor Content*](/images/research/04e099b1-16af-40d8-93e0-881d1b10f2c2/small/28276.jpg)
research Three-Month Treatment With a Long-Acting Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone Agonist of Patients With Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Effects on Tissue Androgen Concentration, 5α-Reductase Activity and Androgen Receptor Content*
A three-month treatment with a GnRH agonist significantly lowered androgen levels and 5α-reductase activity in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia.
![Androgenic effect of testosterone and some of its metabolites in relation to their biotransformation in the skin.](/images/research/0e8edaf4-35f7-4a8b-b894-ac63a01aaef0/small/28333.jpg)
research Androgenic effect of testosterone and some of its metabolites in relation to their biotransformation in the skin.
Testosterone and some of its forms can strongly stimulate oil gland growth in skin.
![Inhibition of 5α Reductase Impairs Cognitive Performance, Alters Dendritic Morphology and Increases Tau Phosphorylation in the Hippocampus of Male 3xTg-AD Mice](/images/research/ebacac5c-c4a4-48f6-ba39-ec43dfcb7054/small/12152.jpg)
research Inhibition of 5α Reductase Impairs Cognitive Performance, Alters Dendritic Morphology and Increases Tau Phosphorylation in the Hippocampus of Male 3xTg-AD Mice
Blocking 5α-reductase can harm memory and brain structure, and increase harmful brain changes in male mice used for Alzheimer's disease research.
![Advances and Challenges in Plant Sterol Research: Fundamentals, Analysis, Applications and Production](/images/research/c39a9ec8-89ef-425c-950e-df43724e46d4/small/26816.jpg)
research Advances and Challenges in Plant Sterol Research: Fundamentals, Analysis, Applications and Production
Plant sterols have health benefits like lowering cholesterol, but more research is needed to understand their effects and improve their extraction and sustainability.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity DHT and 5AR respect post, it's importance within the brain
The conversation discusses whether to use finasteride for hair loss, considering its role in inhibiting DHT and 5AR, which can affect brain function and mood. Some users report anxiety and depression from finasteride, while others do not experience these side effects and emphasize the importance of DHT for brain and prostate health.
community What happened to the ‘funding’ for broccoli research in treating hair loss?
Hair loss discussion includes broccoli sprouts treatment, Fluridil 7%, and sulforaphane, with mixed results. Finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 are preferred by some users.
community The theory that explains everything – First Evidence of Hair regrow attributed to upregulating 3aHSD
Hair regrowth treatment involving 3aHSD enzyme shows 6% improvement in 18 weeks. Sulforaphane, L-Menthol, and Dexpanthenol are potential ingredients for new hair loss solution.
community Discussion: High DHT levels while on Fin+Dut with substantial progress (pics)
A user's experience with using 5AR inhibitors (Finasteride and Dutasteride) in combination with Minoxidil foam and microneedling, which resulted in substantial improvements to their crown density and hairline, despite high systemic levels of testosterone and dihydrotestosterone.
community Zix + Topical Fin : Blood Test Before/After, AMA and suggestions
A user's plan to use Zix and topical finasteride (5AR inhibitors) for hair loss, followed by blood testing before/after. The user has suggested creating a fund to cover part of the cost of their blood tests. Replies to their post discuss the effectiveness of the treatments.