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    GlossaryAdrenal Glands (Adrenal Cortex)

    small glands atop kidneys producing stress-related hormones

    The adrenal glands, also known as suprarenal glands, are small, triangular-shaped glands located on top of each kidney. They consist of two main parts: the adrenal cortex, which produces steroid hormones like cortisol and aldosterone, and the adrenal medulla, which produces adrenaline and noradrenaline. These hormones are crucial for regulating metabolism, immune response, blood pressure, and the body's response to stress.

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      community Now i want to see if this DHT survives

      in Treatment  35 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The conversation discusses using minoxidil, finasteride, spironolactone, and RU58841 for hair loss treatment. Users share experiences with these treatments, noting side effects and varying effectiveness.

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      in Treatment  7 upvotes 2 weeks ago
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      community My personal thoughts on DHT. belive it or not

      in Research/Science 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses a personal theory on the role of DHT in stress and reproduction, suggesting it converts testosterone for reproductive traits. The discussion includes skepticism and mentions individual differences in physiology and neurochemistry.

      community Mechanism of action of alfatradiol (17 alpha estradiol)

      in Research/Science  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the mechanism of action of alfatradiol (17 alpha estradiol) in treating hair loss. It explores theories that it either inhibits 5 alpha reductase to prevent T->DHT conversion or aromatizes scalp T into 17-alpha-estradiol to save hair.