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Glossary Alcohol Consumption

intake of beverages containing ethanol, affecting health and behavior

Alcohol consumption refers to the intake of beverages containing ethanol, commonly known as alcohol. This can range from moderate drinking, such as having a glass of wine with dinner, to heavy or binge drinking, which involves consuming large quantities of alcohol in a short period. Excessive alcohol consumption can lead to various health issues, including liver disease, cardiovascular problems, and an increased risk of certain cancers. It is also associated with social and psychological consequences, such as impaired judgment and addiction.

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research Activation of extrasynaptic δ-GABAA receptors globally or within the posterior-VTA has estrous-dependent effects on consumption of alcohol and estrous-independent effects on locomotion

14 citations , September 2017 in “Hormones and behavior”

This study found that the estrous cycle influences the effect of the δ-GABAAR agonist THIP in reducing binge drinking behavior in female mice, with receptor expression elevated during diestrus.

research Exploring the association between alcohol consumption and androgenic alopecia: a systematic review and meta-analysis

September 2024 in “Alcohol and Alcoholism”

This study suggests that alcohol consumption may have a less significant impact on androgenetic alopecia than previously thought, with odds ratios above 1.0 but not conclusively strong.

research Decreased Alcohol Consumption Among Former Male Users of Finasteride with Persistent Sexual Side Effects: A Preliminary Report

27 citations , June 2013 in “Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research”

In this study, 65% of men with persistent sexual side effects after stopping finasteride reported a reduction in alcohol consumption, echoing findings in rodent models.

Persistent Escalation of Alcohol Consumption by Mice Exposed to Brief Episodes of Social Defeat Stress: Suppression by CRF-R1 Antagonism

research Persistent escalation of alcohol consumption by mice exposed to brief episodes of social defeat stress: suppression by CRF-R1 antagonism

38 citations , April 2018 in “Psychopharmacology/Psychopharmacologia”

In this study, socially defeated mice showed increased alcohol consumption, and CRF-R1 antagonism selectively reduced drinking in these mice, suggesting a potential treatment target for stress-related alcohol use disorders.

research The association between alcohol consumption and the severity of male Androgenic Alopecia in Chinese participants: A Single-Center Cross-Sectional Study

September 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

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community Alcohol consumption triggering sheds.

4 upvotes 4 years ago

Alcohol consumption can trigger hair shedding and affect hair treatment effectiveness, especially in those with autoimmune diseases. Treatments mentioned include RU58841, oral minoxidil, and stemoxydine, with finasteride also noted by another user.

community Moved back in with my parents and have been noticing hair getting thicker

42 upvotes 6 years ago

Improved diet, reduced alcohol consumption, and better water quality led to thicker hair and less shedding. The user also used MSM supplements, vitamin C, multivitamins, biotin shampoo, and growth oil.

community Oral fin 1mg, oral min 2.5 mg - 18 months

in Progress Pictures 111 upvotes 2 months ago

A 27-year-old male shared progress on hair density improvement after 18 months of using oral finasteride (1mg) and oral minoxidil (2.5mg) daily, with no side effects reported. He also reduced alcohol consumption and improved overall health, noticing results around 8 months in.

community The Ultimate Guide to growing your hair back (revised).

in Treatment 161 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss treatments include using finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841. Lifestyle changes like increasing carb intake and moderate alcohol consumption are suggested to boost estrogen levels.

community Nearly 2 months in and the improvement is very noticeable (at least to me)

in Progress Pictures 240 upvotes 1 year ago

The user reported noticeable hair improvement after nearly two months using topical minoxidil twice daily, finasteride 1mg daily, and weekly microneedling, along with lifestyle changes like reducing alcohol consumption. They experienced minimal shedding and no significant side effects from finasteride.

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