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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Familial Cortisol Resistance: Differential Diagnostic and Therapeutic Aspects
The woman had a genetic condition causing high cortisol and androgen levels, treatable with dexamethasone.
research Qiviut Cortisol Reflects Hypothalamic–Pituitary–Adrenal Axis Activity in Muskoxen (Ovibos Moschatus)
Muskoxen's qiviut cortisol levels indicate their stress hormone activity over the hair growth period.
research Virilizing Adrenal Adenoma Co-Secreting Cortisol and DHEA-S: A Case Report
Surgery improved symptoms and normalized hormone levels in a woman with an adrenal tumor.
research Pituitary-Dependent Hyperadrenocorticism in a Shi Tzu Dog Treated with Twice-Daily Oral Trilostane: A Case Report
A Shi Tzu dog with high cortisol levels improved after increasing the dose of trilostane.
research P-50 We Know You Are There: Missing Mass
Metyrapone can effectively treat Cushing's Disease even if the mass causing it is not found.
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5 / 378 resultscommunity dutasteride 9 months, nonstop hair loss
Experiencing continual nonstop hair loss despite using dutasteride for 9 months, and the possible causes behind it being discussed such as nutritional deficiencies, elevated cortisol, vitamin D deficiency or other problems. Other solutions such as minoxidil and finasteride have been suggested.
community Ray Peat: Testosterone Isn’t the Culprit, Prolactin and Cortisol Drive Hair Loss (2016)
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.
community No luck with meds, Check your Cortisol.
Cortisol from stress can cause hair loss. Controlling cortisol levels improved the effectiveness of finasteride for hair regrowth.
community How do you keep your bloodsugar low on finasteride?
Finasteride may affect blood sugar and metabolism, with some users reporting increased blood sugar and changes in body composition. To manage potential side effects, users suggest exercise, intermittent fasting, and dietary adjustments.
community Reminder how little the average person knows about hair loss
How little the average person knows about hair loss and how it can be an unfairly stigmatized issue, even by people with little knowledge of it themselves. Some specific treatments that were discussed include finasteride, RU58841, dutasteride, minoxidil, pyritinol, dermarolling, and diet/lifestyle changes.