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    GlossaryAdrenal Tumor

    abnormal growth in adrenal glands affecting hormone production

    An adrenal tumor, also known as an adrenal neoplasm, is an abnormal growth that develops in the adrenal glands, which are small glands located on top of each kidney. These tumors can be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous) and may affect hormone production, potentially leading to various symptoms such as high blood pressure, weight gain, or hormonal imbalances.

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      community DHT levels after 4 weeks of Fina and 8 weeks of Fina + 4 weeks of Duta

      in Update  35 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user reported early stage diffuse hair thinning and increased DHT levels after 4 weeks on Finasteride and 8 weeks on Finasteride plus 4 weeks on Dutasteride, despite the medications being authentic and stored properly. They are considering increasing their Dutasteride dosage due to the lack of side effects and are unsure if the treatment is helping their hair.

      community Does finasteride decrease free testosterone?

      in Research/Science  186 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Finasteride may decrease free testosterone by increasing SHBG, potentially causing side effects like reduced libido and hormonal changes. Some find it effective for hair loss, while others experience negative effects.

      community My personal thoughts on DHT. belive it or not

      in Research/Science 1 month 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.
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      community Mechanism of action of alfatradiol (17 alpha estradiol)

      in Research/Science  6 upvotes 7 months 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.