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research Effects of halogenated analogues of cortisol and progesterone upon hair growth in castrated mice.

1 citations , January 1978 in “PubMed”

This study found that certain synthetic corticosteroid and progesterone analogues inhibited hair growth in castrated male mice, with varying effects based on specific chemical modifications.

research Transient treatment of pregnant Merino ewes with modulators of cortisol biosynthesis coinciding with primary wool follicle initiation alters lifetime wool growth

7 citations , April 2013 in “Animal Production Science”

This study found that manipulating maternal cortisol levels during pregnancy altered Merino sheep wool characteristics, increasing fibre length and reducing crimp frequency in the offspring.

research Effects of Scalp Massage on Physiological and Psychological Indices

1 citations , January 2013 in “Journal of S C C J”

This study suggests that scalp massage may reduce stress, as indicated by decreased salivary cortisol and increased secretory immunoglobulin A, and improve comfort by reducing physical fatigue and negative emotions.

research SAT-127 Localization and Treatment of the Ectopic ACTH Syndrome Using Somatostatin Analogues

April 2020 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society”

In this case study, the use of somatostatin analogues was effective in localizing and confirming a neuroendocrine lung tumor as the source of ectopic ACTH syndrome, leading to marked clinical improvement in a patient unable to undergo surgery.

research Hair cortisol as a biomarker for mood in bipolar disorder: a pilot study

January 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)”

This study suggests that measuring cortisol levels in hair may serve as a useful biomarker for assessing mood in individuals with bipolar disorder over recent months.

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community No luck with meds, Check your Cortisol.

in Treatment 33 upvotes 2 years ago

Cortisol from stress can cause hair loss. Controlling cortisol levels improved the effectiveness of finasteride for hair regrowth.

community Low cortisol it is due the fin

7 upvotes 1 year ago

The user has been taking 1mg finasteride daily for a year with no improvement in hair loss and reports low cortisol levels, sleep issues, and anxiety changes. The conversation includes discussions on the potential effects of finasteride on cortisol and neurosteroids, with suggestions to consult a doctor and consider other factors.

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

10 months ago

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 Ray Peat: Testosterone Isn’t the Culprit, Prolactin and Cortisol Drive Hair Loss (2016)

in Research/Science 110 upvotes 11 months ago

Prolactin and cortisol are identified as key factors in hair loss, with stress hormones impacting hair shedding. Finasteride and minoxidil are effective treatments, while DHT's role and individual sensitivity are significant factors.

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