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      learn Estradiol

      an estrogen promoting hair regrowth more commonly used in women

      learn Alfatradiol

      a synthetic estrogen used topically as an anti-androgen

      learn Cyproterone

      a synthetic anti-androgen and weak progestogen that inhibits DHT binding to androgen receptor

      learn Dutasteride

      Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity

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      Westwood Carolina Conference on Clinical Dermatology

      research Westwood Carolina Conference on Clinical Dermatology

      September 1983 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”
      Experts discussed hair care, genetic hair defects, hair loss treatments, nail surgery, lupus treatments, skin infections, and cosmetic allergies.
      Hirsutism in Adolescent Females

      research Hirsutism in Adolescent Females

      13 citations, June 1989 in “Pediatric clinics of North America/˜The œPediatric clinics of North America”
      The conclusion is that young women with excessive hair growth should be quickly tested for hormonal issues and treated to improve their social well-being.
      Management of Hair Problems

      research Management of Hair Problems

      8 citations, March 1979 in “International Journal of Dermatology”
      Dr. Vera H. Price's 1979 work emphasizes the importance of accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment for hair loss.
      Endocrine-Skin Interactions

      research Endocrine-Skin Interactions

      46 citations, July 1988 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”
      Hormone imbalances can cause specific skin changes, which may help in early detection of endocrine disorders.

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      community Spironolactone for 11 years, finasteride for almost 5 years, started oral minoxidil in November 😢 ended oral contraceptive in Dec.

      in Progress Pictures  224 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared their 11-year experience with spironolactone and nearly 5 years with finasteride for hair loss, recently adding oral minoxidil and stopping birth control. Various treatments were discussed, including organic options, checking for underlying health issues, considering dutasteride, and the potential role of progesterone in hair loss.

      community What an amazing time to be alive

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  186 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses a user's experience with hair loss treatments, specifically topical finasteride, minoxidil, and micro-needling, and their plan to switch to oral versions and add Dutasteride. The conversation includes various responses, with some users sharing their own experiences and side effects, and others expressing desire for a more permanent hair loss solution.

      community Testosterone and hair loss seeming irrelevance

      in Research/Science  82 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about the role of testosterone in hair loss and the effectiveness of different treatments. The conclusion is that DHT is the main culprit for hair loss, and finasteride has been proven to work long-term in maintaining and regrowing hair. Testosterone may have a minor effect, but it is not the primary cause of hair loss.

      community Hair Loss Treatment Iceberg Chart

      in Satire  1376 upvotes 2 years ago
      Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, ass hair transplant, topical Viagra, castration, and transitioning to female. A user mentions an experimental drug called M4U-5 (Mousteride) that turns you into a mouse.