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Glossary Androgenic Symptoms

physical changes due to male hormones like testosterone

Androgenic symptoms refer to physical changes that occur due to the influence of androgens, which are male hormones like testosterone. These symptoms can include increased body hair, acne, and in some cases, hair loss on the scalp (androgenic alopecia). Both men and women can experience these symptoms, although they are more commonly associated with males.

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research A population-based study on the common androgenic symptoms in PCOS and its management

September 2023 in “IP Journal of Nutrition, Metabolism and Health Science/IP Journal of Nutrition Metabolism and Health Science”

This study observed that hirsutism, alopecia, and acne are the most common androgenic symptoms in women with PCOS, with treatments including biotin, minoxidil, and over-the-counter acne medications.

research Urinary symptoms in patients with androgenetic alopecia

February 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

This review examines microbial production and applications of gluconic acid, focusing on the enzymatic processes involved, and offers no new experimental results.

research Personality Disorders and Psychopathologic Symptoms in Patients With Androgenetic Alopecia

43 citations , July 1994 in “Archives of Dermatology”

This study found that the prevalence of personality disorders in individuals with androgenetic alopecia was significantly higher than in the general population, irrespective of gender.

research Personality disorders and psychopathologic symptoms in patients with androgenetic alopecia

14 citations , July 1994 in “Archives of Dermatology”

This study found that personality disorders, more than gender, were associated with psychopathologic reactions to androgenetic alopecia.

research 1407 ANDROGENETIC ALOPECIA, PROSTATE VOLUME AND URINARY SYMPTOMS. IS THERE A RELATIONSHIP? A CASE-CONTROL STUDY

March 2010 in “The Journal of Urology”

This study found that men with early-onset androgenetic alopecia had larger prostate volumes and lower urinary flow rates compared to those without the condition, suggesting a potential link between AGA and urinary symptoms.

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community Minoxidil is able to suppress androgen receptors or increase aromatase effect. Blood test in pictures.

in Minoxidil 6 upvotes 4 years ago

A 24-year-old male experienced an increase in estradiol levels and symptoms like gynecomastia and excessive sweating after using Minoxidil for hair loss. His estradiol levels decreased after he stopped using Minoxidil.

community Sebaceous filaments / blackheads on scalp - are they a cause of MPB or a symptom?

in Research/Science 1 upvotes 1 month ago

Sebaceous filaments or blackheads on the scalp are not a cause of hair loss; it's more likely due to hormonal factors, particularly in androgen-sensitive areas like the temples and crown. The user is using topical finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin for treatment.

community Fixing DHT Itch (scalp inflammation) with Aloe Vera gel & more

12 upvotes 1 year ago

Aloe vera gel can help reduce scalp inflammation and "DHT itch" associated with hair loss, particularly in those with androgenic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis. It's suggested to use aloe vera alongside treatments like finasteride and ketoconazole shampoo to manage symptoms and promote scalp health.

community 30 Female, a month into 5% Minoxidil - is this normal?

28 upvotes 1 year ago

A 30-year-old woman experiencing rapid hair loss is using 5% Minoxidil, Saw Palmetto, vitamins, and Nizoral, but is advised to see a dermatologist as her symptoms may indicate a condition other than androgenetic alopecia, such as alopecia areata or a thyroid issue. Many suggest a biopsy and blood tests to determine the underlying cause.

community Burning sensation and acne along temples accompanied by aggressive recession. On 0.5mg dut, 1.25mg fin EOD, and oral min 5mg daily.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 2 upvotes 1 year ago

The user experienced temple recession, shedding, and acne while on 0.5mg dutasteride, 1.25mg finasteride every other day, and 5mg oral minoxidil daily. They are considering switching treatments due to worsening symptoms and are contemplating using a topical anti-androgen like RU58841.

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learn Cyproterone

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

learn Bicalutamide

a nonsteroidal anti-androgen, most commonly used orally for women

learn Overview

learn Neem Oil

natural substance from Neem tree with medicinal and pesticidal properties

learn Stem Cell Factor

learn Finasteride

Does hair strand thickness decrease in men with androgenic alopecia? Can finasteride help restore it? Androgenic alopecia thins hair strands by miniaturizing follicles. The pivotal finasteride trials (1,553 men, 1 mg/day, two years) report increased hair counts and improved assessed appearance, but they measured density, not the diameter of individual strands, so the effect on thickness itself is not established.

learn Spironolactone

Who can safely use spironolactone for hair thinning and androgen-related hair loss? Women with androgen-related hair loss can safely use spironolactone under medical supervision.

learn Argan oil

Argan oil: Is it useful for androgenic alopecia, or just for making hair look nice? Argan oil primarily improves hair appearance but lacks proven effectiveness for androgenic alopecia.

learn Metformin

Does metformin help control DHT levels that trigger androgenic alopecia? Metformin has been shown to lower 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.

learn Microneedling

Does microneedling help with all types of alopecia, or only androgenic alopecia? Microneedling is most effective for androgenic alopecia, with limited evidence for other types.

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