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research High-throughput and direct measurement of androgen levels using turbulent flow chromatography liquid chromatography-triple quadrupole mass spectrometry (TFC-LC-TQMS) to discover chemicals that modulate dihydrotestosterone production in human prostate cancer cells

2 citations , November 2017 in “Biotechnology Letters”

This study developed a high-throughput method that identifies bioactive chemicals influencing DHT production in prostate cancer cells, with potential nutraceutical candidates including fucoxanthin, phenethyl caffeate, and Curcuma longa L. extract.

research Measurement and comparison of various androgen levels in women with severe acne, hirsutism, and androgenic alopecia

January 1986 in “Journal of Steroid Biochemistry”

Women with severe acne, hirsutism, and androgenic alopecia often have higher levels of certain androgens, but the specific pattern can't be predicted just by looking at symptoms.

research The polycystic ovary syndrome: a position statement from the European Society of Endocrinology

467 citations , October 2014 in “European Journal of Endocrinology”

This paper reviews the diagnostic criteria, etiological factors, and treatment approaches for PCOS, highlighting the importance of considering metabolic issues such as insulin resistance and obesity, but reports no new findings.

research Female Pattern Hair Loss and Androgen Excess: A Report From the Multidisciplinary Androgen Excess and PCOS Committee

49 citations , February 2019 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism”

This review offers evidence-based recommendations for diagnosing and treating female pattern hair loss, emphasizing clinical assessment and starting treatment with minoxidil, while noting that measurement of certain hormones and vitamins is optional.

research Circulating androgen levels before and after oophorectomy in premenopausal and postmenopausal women

22 citations , January 2019 in “Climacteric”

This study reports that oophorectomy significantly reduces serum testosterone levels in postmenopausal women, indicating the postmenopausal ovary's continued production of testosterone.

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community Ultimate DHT/finasteride microdosing graph to replace the commonly one referenced on forums

202 upvotes 5 years ago

Hair loss treatments, specifically, discussing the effectiveness and side effects of finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 in various microdoses. It also includes an updated graph which provides information on how different doses affect DHT levels, scalp skin and serum androgen levels, as well as hair count.

community 2 years of Androgen inhibition.

144 upvotes 1 year ago

A 23-year-old has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and spironolactone to combat hair loss and hormonal acne, with mixed results and concerns about side effects. The user is experimenting with spironolactone despite its potential risks, hoping for skin and body hair improvements.

community My DHT levels have increased after taking 0.25mg Fin for 47 days!

186 upvotes 1 year ago

A user experienced increased hair shedding and unchanged DHT levels after taking 0.25mg of finasteride for 47 days, leading them to increase the dose to 0.5mg. Others discussed varying experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and the importance of measuring scalp DHT.

community Serum DHT CAN'T cause hair loss. Sebum DHT is a better measurement.

in Research/Science 19 upvotes 2 years ago

Serum DHT is mostly inactive; sebum DHT is a better measure for hair loss. Users discuss using finasteride, dutasteride, and topical treatments like KX826 and RU58841 for better scalp DHT suppression.

community Planning to take a break from Fin for a 2 months then start with Pyrilutamide - What hormone levels to test?

2 upvotes 3 years ago

The user plans to pause finasteride for two months to test its effects on mood and productivity, then switch to Pyrilutamide while monitoring hormone levels. Concerns are raised about potential hair loss and the effectiveness of Pyrilutamide compared to finasteride.

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learn Metformin

Does metformin help control DHT levels that trigger androgenic alopecia? Small studies have found that metformin lowers circulating androgens in women with PCOS, but no published study has measured scalp DHT, 5-alpha reductase activity in the follicle, or hair density in anyone taking it — so its effect on pattern hair loss is untested, and it is not a DHT blocker.