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    Glossary Androgen-Dependent Conditions

    medical issues caused by male hormones like testosterone

    Androgen-Dependent Conditions are medical issues that arise due to the effects of androgens, which are male hormones like testosterone. These conditions can affect both men and women and include problems like male pattern baldness (androgenetic alopecia), acne, and prostate enlargement. In these cases, the presence and activity of androgens play a crucial role in the development and progression of the condition.

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      community If RU58841 is such an effective anti androgen

      in Research/Science  46 upvotes 2 years ago
      RU58841 is discussed as a topical anti-androgen for hair loss, but its effectiveness and safety are not well-documented, leading to mixed opinions and experiences among users. Some combine it with finasteride, but concerns about side effects and lack of FDA approval limit its popularity.

      community Androgenetic alopecia is a skin disease: DHT-mediated skin disorders

       63 upvotes 2 years ago
      Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) impacts various skin conditions, including Androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, by causing overactivity in sebaceous glands. Topical medications Tacrolimus and Clobetasol can reduce these inflammatory conditions, and treatments like RU58841, Minoxidil, and Finasteride may also be beneficial.
      If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      in Research  830 upvotes 2 years ago
      Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

      community Just introduced RU wish me luck!! (+ whats working for me) NO MIN!

       4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user is using finasteride, RU58841, and various natural supplements and treatments like seamoss, fish oil, and black rice water spray to combat hair loss, avoiding minoxidil due to dependency concerns. They report thicker hair and regained confidence, while discussing the potential risks and benefits of RU58841 with others.

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      learn Cyproterone

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

      learn Finasteride

      Popular 5-alpha reductase inhibitor that lowers DHT, taken as a pill or used topically

      learn Neem Oil

      Oil from the neem tree, used in traditional remedies