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research Acne: Hormonal Concepts and Therapy

118 citations, September 2004 in “Clinics in Dermatology”

Hormones, especially androgens, play a big role in acne, but most acne sufferers don't have a hormone disorder. Hormonal treatments, including birth control pills, can be very effective for women whose acne doesn't improve with regular treatments.

research Awareness of Sudanese Married Women About the Use of Hormonal Contraceptives

1 citations, January 2020 in “Journal of quality in health care & economics”

Most Sudanese married women in the study used contraceptives and knew about them, but many didn't know about emergency contraceptives or extra benefits beyond family planning.

research Basics of Hormonal Contraception

August 2010 in “Springer eBooks”

Hormonal contraceptives are effective for teens but require careful consideration of side effects and individual health.

research Cyclosporine A-Induced Intracranial Thrombotic Complications: Systematic Review and Case Report

6 citations, February 2021 in “Frontiers in Neurology”

Cyclosporine-A can cause serious blood clots in the brain, so patients need careful monitoring.

research This Month in Archives of Dermatology

March 2006 in “Archives of Dermatology”

Topical steroids help Erosive Lichen Planus, finasteride with birth control aids Female Pattern Hair Loss, young age helps Occupational Hand Eczema prognosis, quitting smoking is key for Diffuse Dermal Angiomatosis, and a 3-site Botulinum Toxin A injection is effective for glabellar wrinkles.

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community PSA: Most men who stay on Fin will see the sexual side effects go away. Stop the fear mongering

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 191 upvotes 2 years ago

Finasteride can cause sexual side effects in less than 2% of men, but these often disappear over time, even if the treatment continues. Some users report persistent side effects, while others experience no issues or only temporary ones.

community AGA responded to steroid shots? Biopsy wrong? Please help!

in Female 2 upvotes 4 months ago

A woman with AGA is using spironolactone, dutasteride, finasteride, oral minoxidil, bicalutamide, and anti-androgenic birth control but still experiences worsening hair loss. Steroid shots temporarily stop her hair shedding, leading her to question her biopsy results.

community Topical fin and min and swallowing semen

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 118 upvotes 3 months ago

A user asked if it's safe to swallow semen from a partner using topical finasteride and minoxidil. Responses varied, but most suggested it's likely safe, with minimal risk from small amounts of finasteride in semen.

community My Theory Regarding a Cause and Cure for Androgenetic Alopecia

in Treatment 96 upvotes 4 years ago

Hair loss theory suggests imbalance between Vitamin D Receptor (VDR) and Androgen Receptor (AR) activation. Proposed treatment includes upregulating VDR, downregulating AR, and improving mitochondrial health.

community Spironolactone for 11 years, finasteride for almost 5 years, started oral minoxidil in November 😢 ended oral contraceptive in Dec.

in Progress Pictures 224 upvotes 6 months ago

A user shared their 11-year experience with spironolactone and nearly 5 years with finasteride for hair loss, recently adding oral minoxidil and stopping birth control. Various treatments were discussed, including organic options, checking for underlying health issues, considering dutasteride, and the potential role of progesterone in hair loss.

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