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    GlossaryAndrogens (Androgen Hormones)

    group of sex hormones influencing male traits and reproduction

    Androgens are a group of sex hormones, including testosterone, that play a crucial role in male traits and reproductive activity. They are responsible for the development of male characteristics such as facial hair, deepening of the voice, and muscle growth, but are also present in females in smaller amounts, influencing hair growth and libido.

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      Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia

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      a topical anti-androgen with less systemic involvement

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      a synthetic anti-androgen and weak progestogen that inhibits DHT binding to androgen receptor

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      a synthetic estrogen used topically as an anti-androgen

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      community Low dose spiro with 5ARI inhibitor

      in Chat  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      Spironolactone, finasteride, and dutasteride are discussed for hair maintenance, with concerns about testosterone and side effects like gynecomastia. Spironolactone is noted for use in both bodybuilding and hormone therapy, with low doses considered for minimizing side effects.

      community How is dht not beneficial to you?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  109 upvotes 1 week ago
      DHT is important for sexual function and mood, but finasteride and dutasteride can reduce DHT, causing side effects like reduced libido and erectile dysfunction. These treatments are effective for hair loss, but their impact on DHT leads to debate.

      community Why is it that low testosterone causes hair loss as well? How can I be balding?

      in Chat  158 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the confusion over low testosterone potentially causing hair loss, with users sharing personal experiences and knowledge about hair loss treatments like Finasteride. Some users suggest that hair follicle sensitivity to DHT, not testosterone levels, is the key factor in balding, and others discuss the side effects of hair loss medications.

      community Why does finasteride stop working?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  26 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride may seem less effective over time due to increased DHT sensitivity or aging, but it still suppresses DHT. Switching to dutasteride offers stronger DHT suppression but may increase estrogen levels.