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      learn Osteopontin

      signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss

      learn Estradiol

      an estrogen promoting hair regrowth more commonly used in women

      learn Vitamin D

      vitamin you should probably be taking for general health might also help your hair a little

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      Is Dehydroepiandrosterone a Hormone?

      research Is Dehydroepiandrosterone a Hormone?

      403 citations, November 2005 in “Journal of Endocrinology”
      Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) is a prohormone important for producing sex steroids and has potential health benefits.
      The Effects of Estrogens on Linear Bone Growth

      research The Effects of Estrogens on Linear Bone Growth

      11 citations, July 2001 in “APMIS. Acta pathologica, microbiologica et immunologica Scandinavica./APMIS”
      Estrogens are key for bone growth spurts in both boys and girls and affect growth into adulthood.
      What Is the Rationale for Androgen Therapy for Women?

      research What Is the Rationale for Androgen Therapy for Women?

      20 citations, January 2003 in “Treatments in Endocrinology”
      Testosterone therapy can help improve mood, sexual function, and bone health in women with low androgen levels, but more research is needed to establish safe and effective guidelines.

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      community My personal thoughts on DHT. belive it or not

      in Research/Science 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses a personal theory on the role of DHT in stress and reproduction, suggesting it converts testosterone for reproductive traits. The discussion includes skepticism and mentions individual differences in physiology and neurochemistry.
      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 11 months 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 The meds work: my dad at 23 yo vs me at 35 yo

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1782 upvotes 1 month ago
      Finasteride and oral minoxidil effectively maintain a youthful appearance and full head of hair, despite genetic predispositions to balding. The discussion also considers the impact of DHT blockers on masculinity and aging, with lifestyle choices like sunscreen use and a vegetarian diet mentioned.