research The Effect of Spironolactone on Genital Skin 5α-Reductase Activity
Spironolactone reduces the enzyme activity that converts testosterone to DHT, helping treat excessive hair growth in women.
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Laser hair removal before genital surgery can prevent complications and improve patient satisfaction.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma and Genital Rejuvenation
Platelet-rich plasma may be effective for genital rejuvenation and deserves more research.
research Operational Research on the Correlation Between Skin Diseases and HIV Infection in Tigray Region, Ethiopia
Skin diseases are common in HIV patients and could help detect HIV early in Ethiopia.
research Azasteroids as Inhibitors of Testosterone 5α-Reductase in Mammalian Skin
Certain 4-azasteroids are effective at blocking the enzyme that processes testosterone in human skin and could help treat acne, excessive hair growth, and male pattern baldness.
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5 / 116 resultscommunity (17M) Hair loss and Cystic Acnes / Dutasteride
A 17-year-old is using Finasteride and Minoxidil for hair loss, experiencing hair shedding and cystic acne. They are considering Dutasteride for acne but are concerned about potential side effects on genital development.
community Is topical finasteride as effective as oral finasteride?
Topical finasteride is almost as effective as oral finasteride with fewer side effects. Users are considering between oral and topical finasteride for hair loss treatment.
community Conceived on low dose topical fin (.025%), anyone else?
A user expressed concern about using low-dose topical finasteride while conceiving, but was reassured that the risk of affecting a fetus is negligible. The user stopped using finasteride during pregnancy and switched to minoxidil and ketoconazole, while others shared experiences and advice on using these treatments safely.
community Bile Acid-Mediated DHT Dysregulation Hypothesis
Elevated bile acids can inhibit the enzyme AKR1C2, leading to increased DHT levels, which may accelerate hair loss in those predisposed to androgenetic alopecia. Treatments mentioned include topical minoxidil and finasteride.
community Topical Finasteride Doesn't Directly Reduce 5ar Enzyme on Scalp
Topical Finasteride doesn't directly reduce 5ar enzyme on scalp and has the same mechanism as oral, needing to go through the liver. Users debate the accuracy of this information and discuss various studies and experiences.