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5 / 5 resultslearn Cyproterone
a synthetic anti-androgen and weak progestogen that inhibits DHT binding to androgen receptor
learn Estradiol
an estrogen promoting hair regrowth more commonly used in women
learn Alfatradiol
a synthetic estrogen used topically as an anti-androgen
learn Dutasteride
Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Finasteride Inhibits Epinephrine Synthesis in Humans: Implications for Sexual Dysfunction
Finasteride may cause sexual dysfunction by reducing epinephrine levels.
research Ovarian Sex Steroid Receptors and Sex Hormones in Androgenized Rats
High doses of nandrolone decanoate disrupt ovarian hormones and receptors in rats, with recovery only at lower doses and longer recovery times.
research Early Androgen Activity After Birth Determines the Hypothalamic Expression of Androgen and Estrogen Receptors in Adulthood in Female but Not in Male Rats
Early androgen exposure affects hormone receptor expression in adult female rats' brains, but not in males.
research The Modulation of Aromatase and Estrogen Receptor Alpha in Cultured Human Dermal Papilla Cells by Dexamethasone: A Novel Mechanism for Selective Action of Estrogen via Estrogen Receptor Beta?
Dexamethasone may influence hair growth by altering estrogen receptor activity in hair cells.
research Sex Steroid Hormone Receptors in Human Skin Appendages and Their Neoplasms
Sex steroids influence skin appendage function and neoplasm development, with changes in AR and ERalpha in certain gland neoplasms.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Anyone here who’s using Alfatradiol (17a-Estradiol) in consistency with some results?
User discusses Alfatradiol (17a-Estradiol) as a potential hair loss treatment with mixed results. Concerns include low dosage, receptor theory, and possible increased aromatase activity on scalp.
community Nandrolone Replacement Therapy
A user discusses starting nandrolone replacement therapy to stop hair loss and improve hair health, noting its benefits over finasteride. They report halted hair loss, improved skin, increased muscle, and a calm mood after three weeks.
community There could be a broadcast station nearby promoting 'Gr0wBand' or scalp massage!
The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, mentioning scalp massage, minoxidil, and the ineffectiveness of devices like the "Gr0wBand." It highlights the role of androgens in hair loss and suggests that increased blood flow from massage may not significantly impact hair growth.
community The mechanism of androgenic alopecia
DHT may inhibit hair growth by affecting mitochondrial function, leading to hair follicle miniaturization. Treatments like minoxidil and PP405 may promote hair growth by altering metabolic pathways, potentially counteracting DHT's effects.
community Why is the general consensus that if you can’t tolerate 5AR Inhibitors you’re “cooked”?
Alternatives to finasteride for hair loss include minoxidil, alfatrodial, fluridil, pyrilutamide, and Nizoral. These treatments may not be as effective as finasteride but can help slow hair loss progression.