research Current Concepts in Aesthetic Endocrinology
Estrogens can slow skin aging after menopause, but can't restore youthful skin.
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research Current Concepts in Aesthetic Endocrinology
Hormones affect skin aging and fat distribution, and treatments can help, but only minoxidil is proven for female hair loss.
research Methods of Treatment for Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia Based on the Department of Dermatology in Cracow
The most common treatment for hair loss in the study was a 5% minoxidil solution, with women more likely to receive multiple medications. A significant number of patients also had hypothyroidism.
research Idiopathic Hirsutism: Excessive Bodily and Facial Hair in Women
Idiopathic hirsutism causes excessive hair growth in women, can be treated with medication and hair removal, but cannot be fully reversed.
research Unwanted Hair
Women with excessive hair growth often have hormonal issues and need medical advice and treatment.
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5 / 5 resultscommunity Cardio for more than 60 minutes reduces DHT levels and improve hair growth
Long aerobic exercise (over 60 minutes) can reduce DHT levels and improve hair health. Some users discuss using Tadalafil (Cialis) to further reduce DHT after exercise, while others mention using treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841 for hair growth.
community Discontinuing oral finasteride after 7 years and switching topical
A user stopped oral finasteride after 7 years due to decreased libido and switched to topical finasteride and minoxidil. Others shared similar experiences and discussed alternatives like dutasteride and topical treatments.
community Female Hair Loss, Is there anything else I should be doing?
A 20-year old female experiencing hair loss, who has had normal blood tests and is currently using minoxidil as recommended by her doctor. She is asking if there are any other treatments she should consider.
community 3,5 months of only topical minoxidil
A 24-year-old reported new hair growth on temples after 3.5 months of using topical minoxidil without shedding. They plan to add finasteride to maintain progress, as minoxidil alone may not be enough long-term.
community Can I still save my hairline at age of 15?
A 15-year-old is concerned about hair loss, possibly at Norwood 2 or 3, and is using shampoos and conditioners recommended by a trichologist. Suggestions include considering topical minoxidil and consulting a doctor about topical anti-DHT treatments like finasteride or RU58841, but avoiding 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors at this age.