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a novel topical treatment that inhibits DHT on androgen receptors
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a synthetic anti-androgen and weak progestogen that inhibits DHT binding to androgen receptor
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compound from cruciferous vegetables has some mild effects on DHT
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Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia
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research The Evolution of the Promise of Hair Cloning: How Hair Cell Cloning Will Fit Into Your Practice
Hair cell cloning could potentially rejuvenate shrinking hair follicles, allowing for lifelong hair maintenance.
research Impact of Testosterone on Hair and Skin
Testosterone can cause acne and male-pattern baldness, affects hair growth in men and women, and makes male skin more sensitive.
research The Hair Follicle: A Paradoxical Androgen Target Organ
Androgens can both promote and prevent hair growth due to differences in gene expression in hair follicles.
research Scalp Biophysical Characteristics in Males with Androgenetic Alopecia: A Comparative Study with Healthy Controls
Men with androgenetic alopecia have oilier and less hydrated scalps, especially in sensitive areas.
research Combined Oral Contraception and Bicalutamide in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Severe Hirsutism: A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial
Birth control pills combined with bicalutamide are more effective at reducing excessive hair growth in women with PCOS than birth control pills alone.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Does finasteride shed healthy long hair?
User with shoulder-length hair using Finasteride for 5 weeks notices less long hair loss but more short hair loss. They also use keto for sebderm and vitamin D3.
community Why is diffuse thinning so hard to recover, 3 plus years on meds!
The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for over three years, switched to oral minoxidil, and recently started dutasteride and dermarolling but still experiences thin hair. They are seeking suggestions for improving their hair condition.
community DHT/Testosterone levels in scalp Fin VS Dut.
Dutasteride raises scalp testosterone by 99%, which may not be ideal for those sensitive to all androgens. Some argue finasteride's balancing act might be better, while others believe dutasteride is superior for hair regrowth.
community Why is dht bad for scalp hair but good for hair on the rest of body?
The conversation discusses why DHT (dihydrotestosterone) negatively affects scalp hair but promotes growth elsewhere on the body. Various opinions include genetic predispositions, differences in hair follicle reactions to DHT, and the potential role of Omega-3 in reducing inflammation and promoting hair health.
community Bloodwork reports just came in
A 21-year-old male suffering from male pattern baldness is using topical finasteride and minoxidil, and oral minoxidil. His bloodwork shows normal DHT levels and slightly high testosterone, leading to discussions about the role of DHT sensitivity in hair loss, the potential impact of finasteride on his DHT levels, and the suggestion to proceed with oral finasteride due to his high testosterone.