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research Hyperandrogenemia in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: prevalence, characteristics and association with body mass index

19 citations , January 2017 in “Hormone Molecular Biology and Clinical Investigation”

This study found a high prevalence of hyperandrogenemia in women with PCOS, with distinct biochemical differences according to BMI and presence of hyperandrogenemia.

research [Analysis of steroids and binding proteins in the blood of women with androgenetic alopecia].

July 1994 in “PubMed”

In this study, Diane treatment in women with androgenetic alopecia led to normalization of hormone levels and improved hair condition, including less greasiness and reduced hair loss.

research Effectiveness of short term canrenone treatment in idiopathic hirsutism.

2 citations , September 1989 in “PubMed”

This study found that canrenone significantly reduced hair growth and decreased certain androgen levels in women with idiopathic post-puberal hirsutism, suggesting potential effectiveness as a treatment.

research Not the Root of the Problem—Hair Cortisol and Cortisone Do Not Mediate the Effect of Child Maltreatment on Body Mass Index

11 citations , May 2020 in “Frontiers in psychiatry”

This study found that experiencing childhood abuse is associated with higher BMI, but hair cortisol and cortisone do not mediate this relationship.

research Vitamin B₃ (niacin), B₆, C, and iron intake are associated with the free androgen index, especially in normoandrogenic polycystic ovary syndrome

10 citations , July 2022 in “Journal of the Turkish-German Gynecological Association”

In this study, micronutrient intake was associated with androgen levels in women with PCOS, with the association more pronounced in NA PCOS compared to HA PCOS groups.

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community Ray Peat: Testosterone Isn’t the Culprit, Prolactin and Cortisol Drive Hair Loss (2016)

in Research/Science 110 upvotes 10 months ago

Prolactin and cortisol are identified as key factors in hair loss, with stress hormones impacting hair shedding. Finasteride and minoxidil are effective treatments, while DHT's role and individual sensitivity are significant factors.

community Creatine Does Not Increase DHT And Does Not Cause Hair Loss - Randomized Controlled Trial

308 upvotes 1 year ago

Creatine does not increase DHT levels or cause hair loss. Personal experiences vary, but scientific evidence shows no link between creatine and hair loss.

community The association between creatine and hairloss

5 upvotes 9 months ago

Creatine may cause hair loss in some individuals, though there is no scientific consensus. Personal experiences vary, with some reporting increased shedding and others seeing no effect.

community Dutasteride at 21 years old. Is it safe?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 12 upvotes 2 years ago

A 21-year-old individual questioning the safety and potential side effects of using Dutasteride for hair loss, after Finasteride and RU58841 had limited effect. The responses vary, with some users suggesting it's safe and others advising to check hormone levels before proceeding.

community if Post Finasteride Syndrome is real. Why is it only the negative effects and not positive have log term effect?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 63 upvotes 4 months ago

Finasteride is used for hair loss, with mixed reports of no side effects and claims of long-term negative effects known as Post Finasteride Syndrome (PFS). The conversation debates the existence and causes of PFS, with differing opinions on whether it is psychological or real.

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