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GlossaryGenetic Androgenetic Hair Thinning (GAHT)

genetic condition causing gradual hair loss influenced by androgens

Genetic Androgenetic Hair Thinning, also known as Androgenetic Alopecia, is a common form of hair loss influenced by genetic factors and the presence of androgens (male hormones). It typically manifests as a gradual thinning of hair on the scalp, often following a recognizable pattern such as a receding hairline in men or diffuse thinning in women.

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research What You Need to Know About Gender-Affirming Healthcare

1 citations, April 2022 in “Emergency Medicine Australasia”

The document concludes that respectful, gender-affirming healthcare improves mental health and encourages continued medical care for transgender and non-binary individuals.

research Endocrine Therapy of Adult Gender-Incongruent Individuals Seeking Gender Reaffirmation

1 citations, April 2022 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery”

Hormone therapy greatly improves the quality of life for adults seeking gender reaffirmation, but more research is needed in India.

research Characterizing Dermatological Conditions in the Transgender Population: A Cross-Sectional Study

1 citations, January 2022 in “Transgender health”

Hormone therapy in transgender individuals can increase acne and affect hair growth and loss.

research A Preclinical Mouse Model of Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy: Metabolic and Behavioral Outcomes

October 2024 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society”

Gender-affirming hormone therapy affects metabolism differently based on treatment type.

research Case 1: Clitoromegaly, Oligomenorrhea, and Hirsutism in a 17-Year-Old Transgender Male

September 2024 in “Pediatrics in Review”

Parental support and gender-affirming care are crucial for the mental health of transgender adolescents.

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A 19-year-old reports positive hair regrowth using oral minoxidil and finasteride, with no side effects. The conversation includes advice on consulting a dermatologist and exploring alternative treatments.