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research Glucocorticoids and mineralocorticoids in hair: facilitating accurate diagnosis of adrenal-related endocrine disorders

November 2024 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology”

This study used a novel extraction method to detect and measure mineralocorticoids and glucocorticoids in hair follicles, concluding these steroids may serve as effective biomarkers for diagnosing conditions related to steroid excess or deficiency, such as Cushing’s syndrome and congenital adrenal hyperplasia.

research Non polycystic ovary syndrome–related endocrine disorders associated with hirsutism

39 citations , May 2011 in “European Journal of Clinical Investigation”

This review discusses the various causes of hirsutism other than PCOS, emphasizing the importance of distinguishing potentially life-threatening conditions like androgen-secreting tumors from more benign causes; it reports no new clinical findings.

research Alterations in Hair Follicle Dynamics in Women

26 citations , January 2013 in “BioMed Research International”

This review discusses the hormonal influences on hair cycling disorders in post-partum and postmenopausal women and notes the lack of evidence for effective targeted treatments.

research Hair loss in children.

6 citations , May 1993 in “Archives of Disease in Childhood”

Children's hair loss can be caused by many factors, including autoimmune diseases, emotional stress, genetics, and infections, with treatment and prognosis varying.

research HAIR LOSS IN WOMEN

39 citations , October 1967 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Hair loss in women often doesn't follow a pattern, isn't linked to age, may be genetic, and can be related to thyroid issues or other health factors.

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community Sugar and Hair loss connections

in Research/Science 41 upvotes 1 year ago

High sugar diets may worsen hair loss by increasing 5α-reductase activity and androgen levels, especially in women with PCOS. A low sugar diet might reduce scalp DHT levels, similar to finasteride, but genetics also significantly influence hair loss.

community Popular hair loss drug linked to higher suicide risk: compared to non-users, finasteride (Proscar/ Propecia) users have a markedly increased risk of depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts. Over 30 years of observation, 19,320 suicides were expected.

494 upvotes 11 months ago

Finasteride users may have an increased risk of depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts, though some attribute these issues to hair loss itself. The link between finasteride and mental health effects is debated, with varying user experiences.

community 15 months total on Dut/Min/RU and microneedling 1mm every other week

1772 upvotes 2 years ago

The user reported significant hair improvement over 15 months using dutasteride, minoxidil (oral and topical), RU58841, ketoconazole, and microneedling. They are considering a hair transplant in 4-6 months.

community Do we have anything in the pipeline that is used as a replacement for minoxidil?

in Minoxidil 17 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on alternatives to Minoxidil, such as Bimatoprost and Latanoprost, and the use of Finasteride, Dutasteride, RU58841, and microneedling. The user plans to add Latanoprost to their regimen, which already includes oral and topical Minoxidil and Finasteride, Ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling.

community My Theory Of Androgenic Alopecia

16 upvotes 10 months ago

Hair loss is linked to cellular physiology and the IGF-1 to TGF-B1 ratio, not just androgen sensitivity. The theory lacks evidence, while finasteride and minoxidil are effective treatments.

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