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    Glossary Androgen Activity

    effects of male sex hormones on body tissues

    Androgen activity refers to the effects that androgens, which are male sex hormones like testosterone, have on the body. These hormones bind to specific receptors in various tissues, influencing characteristics such as hair growth, muscle mass, and the development of male secondary sexual characteristics. In the context of hair, increased androgen activity can lead to conditions like androgenic alopecia, commonly known as male or female pattern baldness.

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      September 2011 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology”
      The birth control pill containing ethinylestradiol and chlormadinone may help treat acne and other skin and hair conditions related to hormones.

      research Becker's Nevus Syndrome

      4 citations , August 2018 in “Journal of pediatric neurology”
      This article reviews Becker's nevus syndrome, covering its symptoms, causes, and cosmetic treatment options, without presenting new clinical findings.
      Hair Cortisol in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

      research Hair cortisol in polycystic ovary syndrome

      2 citations , June 2022 in “Scientific reports”
      This study found that women with PCOS had significantly higher hair cortisol concentrations, suggesting hyperactivation of the HPA axis may affect metabolic and inflammatory markers in those with elevated cortisol levels.

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      community Androgen degraders for hair loss

       61 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses androgen receptor degraders for hair loss, highlighting their potential advantages over traditional AR blockers like RU58841 and pyrilutamide. Concerns about the safety and cost of these treatments are also mentioned.

      community Having androgen receptor density and sensitivity at wrong f*ing place

      in Satire  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on the use of topical minoxidil, microneedling, finasteride, and dutasteride, while debating the role of testosterone and DHT in hair loss. It also touches on the potential liver health impacts of these treatments and the genetic sensitivity of hair follicles to androgens.

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