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Hormonal Activity in Commonly Used Black Hair Care Products: Evaluating Hormone Disruption as a Plausible Contribution to Health Disparities

research Hormonal Activity in Commonly Used Black Hair Care Products: Evaluating Hormone Disruption as a Plausible Contribution to Health Disparities

25 citations, May 2021 in “Journal of exposure science & environmental epidemiology/Journal of exposure science and environmental epidemiology”

Common Black hair care products may affect hormone levels and potentially impact health, especially in reproductive and metabolic areas.

research Modulation of Glucocorticoid Action and the Treatment of Type-2 Diabetes

54 citations, December 2007 in “Best Practice & Research Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism”

Targeting glucocorticoid action might help treat type-2 diabetes, but human trials are needed.

research 11β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase Type 1 Inhibitors for the Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes

43 citations, August 2010 in “Expert Opinion on Investigational Drugs”

Inhibitors of 11β-HSD1 show potential for treating type 2 diabetes but require more testing for safety and effectiveness.

research Triclocarban, Triclosan, Bromochlorophene, Chlorophene, and Climbazole Effects on Nuclear Receptors: An In Silico and In Vitro Study

29 citations, October 2020 in “Environmental health perspectives”

Five preservatives may disrupt hormone function and need more health and environmental risk assessment.

research Androgen Therapy in Women: A Reappraisal: An Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guideline

251 citations, October 2014 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism”

The guidelines advise against using testosterone and DHEA in women for most conditions due to safety and effectiveness concerns, but suggest considering testosterone for postmenopausal women with low sexual desire.

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community New and Interesting HairLoss Studies/Papers/Reviews

in Treatment 44 upvotes 4 years ago

Hair loss treatments discussed include Dutasteride with Ketoconazole, tissue engineering strategies, and androgenetic alopecia therapies. Massage doubles follicular retention, improving treatment effectiveness.

community We Need A Solution For The Inflammatory Response related To AGA

in Research/Science 16 upvotes 2 months ago

The conversation is about finding a solution for scalp inflammation related to AGA, with the user expressing frustration that Minoxidil and Finasteride do not address inflammation. The user has researched glucocorticoids and topical NSAIDs for reducing inflammation and seeks advice from specialists.

community Pyrilutamide is working but not strong enough, how long should i wait for noticeable results?

in Update 3 upvotes 1 year ago

User discusses Pyrilutamide's effectiveness for hair loss, needing more time for results. Others suggest waiting 6-12 months and ask about side effects.

community AA and Hirsutism but T levels are normal

in Female 8 upvotes 3 years ago

27-year-old female experiences aggressive hair thinning and hirsutism despite normal testosterone levels. Spironolactone and 2% minoxidil were ineffective; high DHEA sulfate levels may be the cause.

community No luck with meds, Check your Cortisol.

in Treatment 32 upvotes 3 months ago

Cortisol from stress can cause hair loss. Controlling cortisol levels improved the effectiveness of finasteride for hair regrowth.

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