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Glossary5α-reductase inhibitors (5α-reductase blockers)

block enzyme converting testosterone to hair-loss-causing DHT

5α-reductase inhibitors, also known as 5-ARIs, are medications that block the enzyme 5α-reductase. This enzyme converts testosterone into dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a hormone that can contribute to conditions like male pattern baldness and benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). By inhibiting this enzyme, 5-ARIs can help reduce hair loss and shrink an enlarged prostate.

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The New Paradigm for Androgenetic Alopecia and Plant-Based Folk Remedies: 5α-Reductase Inhibition, Reversal of Secondary Microinflammation, and Improving Insulin Resistance

research The New Paradigm for Androgenetic Alopecia and Plant-Based Folk Remedies: 5α-Reductase Inhibition, Reversal of Secondary Microinflammation, and Improving Insulin Resistance

16 citations, September 2018 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology”

Plant-based remedies may treat hair loss by reducing inflammation and improving insulin resistance.

research Androgenic Alopecia: Cross-Talk Between Cell Signal Transduction Pathways

1 citations, May 2017 in “InTech eBooks”

Hair loss in Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is due to altered cell sensitivity to hormones, not increased hormone levels. Hair growth periods shorten over time, causing hair to become thinner and shorter. This is linked to miscommunication between cell pathways in hair follicles. There's also a change in gene expression related to blood vessels and cell growth in balding hair follicles. The exact molecular causes of AGA are still unclear.

research The Potential of Moringa (Moringa Oleifera Lamk) Seed Oil as Anti-Alopecia

May 2022 in “Pharmacognosy journal”

Moringa seed oil may help prevent hair loss and promote hair growth.

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community Hair follicles do die - my „hair“ is the proof of that statement.

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The user discusses their experience with hair loss despite taking estrogen and cyproterone, and estimates needing around 3000 grafts for a feminine hairline. They are considering getting the procedure done in Turkey due to high European costs.

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