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a nonsteroidal anti-androgen, most commonly used orally for women
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an estrogen promoting hair regrowth more commonly used in women
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a synthetic estrogen used topically as an anti-androgen
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Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
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research Ferulic Acid Inhibits Catamenial Epilepsy Through Modulation of Female Hormones
Ferulic acid can reduce seizures and depression-like behaviors in catamenial epilepsy by balancing hormones and brain enzyme activity.
research Ferulic Acid Inhibits Catamenial Epilepsy Through Modulation Of Female Hormones
Ferulic acid may help control menstrual cycle-related epilepsy by affecting female hormones.
research The Correlation Between Thyroid Hormones, Reproductive Hormones, Body Mass Index (BMI) and Hirsutism in Iraqi Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Thyroid and reproductive hormones, BMI, and excess hair are linked in Iraqi women with PCOS.
research Gender Differences in Skin: A Review of the Literature
Male and female skin differ due to hormones, affecting conditions like hair loss, acne, and skin cancer, and suggesting a need for gender-specific treatments.
research Melasma and Endocrine Disorders
Melasma is a skin condition linked to female hormones, genetics, UV exposure, and certain medications, but not to pituitary, adrenal, or thyroid diseases.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Got my DHT levels checked. 38 year old female. Still losing hair.
A 38-year-old female is experiencing hair loss despite having almost undetectable DHT levels after using dutasteride. Suggestions include checking for PCOS, thyroid issues, adjusting diet, considering the impact of birth control, and trying treatments like tretinoin, redensyl, retinol, and minoxidil with derma stamping.
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.
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 Starting Spironolactone, any ladies in here with experience or success?
A female user starting Spironolactone treatment for thinning hair, and others sharing their experiences with Minoxidil and oral/sublingual Minoxidil as treatments.
community 6 months progress (minox and keto only)
A female user's six-month progress with only minoxidil and ketoconazole, including their experiences before and after using the treatments. They also discussed the differences between male and female hair loss and suggested that meds may offer more progress, though some results can be had without them.
community Can I punch someone if they make fun of my hair loss, just like Will Smith did?
Hair loss's social impact, focusing on Will Smith defending Jada Pinkett Smith's alopecia. The conversation highlights double standards between men and women experiencing hair loss and emphasizes empathy.