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GlossaryDehydroepiandrosterone Sulfate

hormone precursor influencing sex hormones and hair growth

Dehydroepiandrosterone Sulfate (DHEA-S) is a hormone produced primarily by the adrenal glands, and it serves as a precursor to male and female sex hormones, including testosterone and estrogen. It plays a role in the development of secondary sexual characteristics and can influence hair growth and skin health. Elevated or decreased levels of DHEA-S can be indicative of various health conditions, such as adrenal disorders or polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

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research Plasma C19 Steroid Sulfate Levels and Indices of Androgen Bioavailability in Female Pattern Androgenic Alopecia

32 citations, January 1990 in “Clinical Endocrinology”

Women with female pattern hair loss have higher levels of certain androgens, suggesting increased androgen exposure to hair follicles.

research Serum C-19 Steroid Sulphates in Females with Clinical Hyperandrogenism

4 citations, January 1989 in “Journal of Steroid Biochemistry”

Women with hyperandrogenism have higher androgen levels and lower SHBG, which may contribute to conditions like excessive hair growth and early puberty.

research Analysis of Steroids and Binding Proteins in the Blood of Women with Androgenetic Alopecia

July 1994 in “PubMed”

Women with androgenetic alopecia have normal levels of most blood steroids and binding proteins, but higher dehydroepiandrosterone. Some also have low "sex hormone-binding globulin" and "corticosteroide-binding globulin" capacity, and high "free androgen index" and "free cortisol index". Diane treatment can normalize these levels and improve hair conditions.

research Clinical, Ultrasound, and Hormonal Markers of Androgenicity in Acne Vulgaris

57 citations, August 1995 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Acne severity is linked to higher levels of certain androgenic hormones, even when those levels are within the normal range.

research Sex Hormones and Sarcopenia in Older Persons

34 citations, December 2012 in “Current Opinion in Clinical Nutrition and Metabolic Care”

Sex hormone treatments can increase muscle mass in older adults but have inconsistent effects on muscle function and may carry cardiovascular risks.

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community Please take a vitamin & hormone test

in Chat 256 upvotes 1 week ago

Checking vitamin and hormone levels is important for addressing hair loss, as deficiencies in vitamin D, zinc, and iron can affect hair growth. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamin supplements are used, but addressing deficiencies is crucial for effectiveness.

community here is why isotretinoin might cause hair loss and maybe why dupa happens.

in Research/Science 7 upvotes 1 year ago

Isotretinoin may cause hair loss by increasing DHT through a precursor androgen, DHEAS. Treatments like topical antiandrogens (RU58841, pyrilutamide) and drugs increasing PPAR-y expression (pioglitazone) might prevent this hair loss.