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    Glossary Endocrinologist

    medical doctor specializing in hormone-related disorders

    An endocrinologist is a medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders related to the endocrine system, which includes glands that produce hormones. These specialists manage conditions such as diabetes, thyroid diseases, and hormonal imbalances that can affect various bodily functions, including hair growth and loss.

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      research Evaluación endocrinológica en el acné

      January 2021 in “Revista Dermatológica Centro Uraga”
      This review emphasizes the importance of endocrinologic evaluation in acne patients due to its association with endocrine disorders like hyperandrogenism; it reports no new clinical results.

      research Endocrinologic Aspects of Hidradenitis Suppurativa

      45 citations , November 2015 in “Dermatologic Clinics”
      This review discusses the potential hormonal and metabolic factors influencing hidradenitis suppurativa and highlights the need for further research to explore hormonal dysregulation's role in the disease.

      research Endocrinologia e Medicina Estética Ed. X

      February 2026 in “Editora Pasteur eBooks”
      This abstract does not report specific research results but introduces a book focusing on the intersection of endocrinology and aesthetic medicine and its growing importance in contemporary clinical practice.

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      community Female, 30, PCOS diagnosis, MPB Norwood 2. Endo refuses to give anything other than Spironolactone. Feel like I’m at my wit’s end here.

       55 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 30-year-old female with PCOS and male pattern baldness is frustrated with her endocrinologist's recommendation of only Spironolactone and minoxidil, feeling that dutasteride, finasteride, and progesterone would be more effective. Other users suggest various online sources for treatments, warn against self-medicating due to potential risks, and recommend seeking a specialized endocrinologist or considering additional treatments like Inositol, Berberine, and dermaneedling.

      community Attempting to assist people with gyno sides on finasteride

       23 upvotes 2 years ago
      Finasteride can cause gynecomastia due to hormonal imbalances. Management includes consulting an endocrinologist and using aromatase inhibitors like anastrozole or supplements like DIM and zinc.

      community High estrogen on finasteride, thoughts?

       37 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 29-year-old male has been using finasteride for hair regrowth but is experiencing side effects like low libido and emotional changes, possibly due to high estrogen levels. Suggestions include weight loss, consulting an endocrinologist, switching to topical treatments, or trying dutasteride.

      community Duasteride and breast tissue accumulation.

       4 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is experiencing breast tissue growth from taking dutasteride and minoxidil, and is considering reducing the dosage or stopping the medication. Suggestions include seeing an endocrinologist, using Raloxifene or Arimidex, and considering topical treatments or surgery if necessary.

      community 22M High Estrogen after blood test

       1 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 22-year-old male with high estrogen levels is considering finasteride for hair loss but is concerned about potential side effects due to his hormone levels and family history of diabetes. Users suggest consulting a doctor, possibly an endocrinologist, and considering lifestyle changes like diet and exercise to address visceral fat and insulin resistance before starting treatment.

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