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research SRD5A3 Is Required for Converting Polyprenol to Dolichol and Is Mutated in a Congenital Glycosylation Disorder

260 citations, July 2010 in “Cell”

Mutations in the SRD5A3 gene cause a new type of glycosylation disorder by blocking the production of a molecule necessary for protein glycosylation.

research Consequences of Steroid-5α-Reductase Deficiency and Inhibition in Vertebrates

21 citations, January 2020 in “General and Comparative Endocrinology”

Lack or blocking of SRD5a, a key component in hormone creation, can lead to conditions like pseudohermaphrodism and affect hair growth, bone mass, muscle strength, and reproductive health. More research is needed on its regulation from fertilization to adulthood.

research K ATP Channels and Cardiovascular Disease

144 citations, March 2013 in “Circulation Research”

K_ATP channel gene mutations are linked to heart diseases, but more research is needed to understand the connection and treatment potential.

research Structure of Human Steroid 5α-Reductase 2 with the Anti-Androgen Drug Finasteride

30 citations, October 2020 in “Nature Communications”

Finasteride irreversibly affects human steroid 5α-reductase 2, providing insight into its catalytic mechanism and disease-related mutations.

research In Silico Screening of DrugBank Compounds as Potential Inhibitors for Human Steroid 5α-Reductase 2 for Androgen-Related Diseases

December 2023 in “Biointerface Research in Applied Chemistry”

Stiripentol shows promise as a potential treatment for androgen-related diseases but needs more testing.

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community Transient and Permanent Effects of Finasteride Use

in Research/Science 154 upvotes 3 years ago

Potential side effects of 5AR inhibitors like finasteride and dutasteride. Users debate risks, benefits, and personal experiences with these hair loss treatments.

community DHT and 5AR respect post, it's importance within the brain

in Research/Science 111 upvotes 10 months ago

The conversation discusses whether to use finasteride for hair loss, considering its role in inhibiting DHT and 5AR, which can affect brain function and mood. Some users report anxiety and depression from finasteride, while others do not experience these side effects and emphasize the importance of DHT for brain and prostate health.

community Why I deleted my YouTube channel Part I

in Update 118 upvotes 3 years ago

A YouTuber named Kevin, also known as Rider_Of_Roach, who deleted his YouTube channel due to personal attacks and controversy surrounding his views on hair loss treatments. He advocated for FDA-approved treatments like finasteride and minoxidil but faced backlash from those who disagreed with him. The conversation also discusses his past trolling behavior and a lawsuit he filed against a website that published false information about him. Despite some disagreements, many viewers appreciated his research-based content and hope to see him return in the future.

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

in Research 828 upvotes 5 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 Male (24) Using Dutasteride Since 2020 – Concerns About Having Kids

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 90 upvotes 2 weeks ago

A 24-year-old male using dutasteride for hair loss is worried about its effects on fertility and future children's health. Users advise consulting a doctor, possibly switching to finasteride, or stopping dutasteride before conception due to its impact on sperm count.

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