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May 2018 in “Molecular and Cellular Endocrinology”
Testosterone significantly affects sexual desire in both men and women, but its impact on women is more complex and influenced by psychological factors.
The user reversed male pattern baldness using a pro-thyroid diet, lifestyle changes, and scalp stimulation exercises, without Minoxidil or Finasteride. They reported reduced dandruff, itchiness, oiliness, and experienced hair regrowth and thickening over 15 months.
The conversation discusses the potential of topical cetirizine (Zyrtec) for hair growth in comparison to minoxidil, noting cetirizine's ability to reduce prostaglandin D2, which inhibits hair growth. Users share mixed experiences with cetirizine for allergies and scalp health, and there's a mention of the risk of dementia with long-term antihistamine use.
A user found that vitamin D deficiency was causing their hair loss and saw improvement after taking D3 supplements. Others noted that while vitamin D can affect hair, male pattern baldness usually requires treatments like finasteride.
Hair loss treatment with 3 months Minoxidil and Microneedling, 1 month 0.25 finasteride daily. User reports progress, others discuss effectiveness of Microneedling.