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GlossaryCorticotropin-Releasing Hormone

peptide hormone that triggers stress response via ACTH release

Corticotropin-Releasing Hormone (CRH) is a peptide hormone involved in the stress response. It is produced by the hypothalamus and stimulates the pituitary gland to release adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH), which in turn prompts the adrenal glands to produce cortisol, a key stress hormone. CRH also plays a role in various bodily functions, including immune response and skin health, and has been linked to conditions like alopecia, where stress can exacerbate hair loss.

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research The Steroidogenesis Inhibitor Finasteride Reduces the Response to Both Stressful and Rewarding Stimuli

20 citations , November 2019 in “Biomolecules”

Finasteride reduces response to stress and rewards, affecting behavior and mental health.

research Testosterone's Regulation of the HPA Axis Differs for Adolescent and Adult Male Rats

August 2018 in “Brock University Digital Repository (Brock University)”

Adolescent male rats release more stress hormones than adults, and testosterone affects them differently.

research The Human Skin as a Hormone Target and an Endocrine Gland

146 citations , January 2004 in “Hormones”

Human skin acts like a hormone-producing organ, making and managing various hormones important for skin and hair health.

research Stress Hormone and Skin Disease

2 citations , November 2011 in “InTech eBooks”

Stress can worsen skin conditions by affecting immune responses and skin cell activities.

research Does the Corticotropin-Releasing Hormone System Play a Role in the Pathogenesis of Lichen Planus?

January 2017 in “Postepy Dermatologii I Alergologii”

The CRH/CRH-R1 system might be involved in causing lichen planus.

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community Result of my cortisol, prolactin, testosterone, ACTH blood test,

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OP is using 5% minoxidil and a foligain supplement for hair loss, with blood test results showing high cortisol levels. OP is considering starting finasteride, while another user shares their experience with finasteride and hair loss challenges due to malabsorption issues.

community How does hair loss and recovery work?

in Chat 12 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss varies due to genetic sensitivity to DHT and other factors. Treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and microneedling.