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GlossaryGonadotropin-Releasing Hormone Agonists (GnRH analogs)

medications that initially boost, then suppress, sex hormone production

Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone Agonists (GnRH agonists) are medications that mimic the natural hormone GnRH, which regulates the release of other hormones like luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) from the pituitary gland. Initially, they increase the production of these hormones, but with continuous use, they suppress their release, leading to reduced levels of sex hormones such as testosterone and estrogen. This makes them useful in treating hormone-sensitive conditions like prostate cancer, endometriosis, and certain types of breast cancer.

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research An Open Randomized Comparative Study of an Oral Contraceptive Containing Ethinyl Estradiol and Cyproterone Acetate with and without the GnRH Analogue Goserelin in the Long-Term Treatment of Hirsutism

18 citations, January 1996 in “Gynecologic and obstetric investigation”

The oral contraceptive alone is the preferred treatment for hirsutism, as adding the GnRH analog showed no significant benefit.

research Sertoli-Leydig Cell Tumors: Hormonal Profile After Dynamic Test with GnRH Analogue Triptorelin Represents a Useful Tool to Evaluate Tumoral Hyperandrogenism

5 citations, October 2014 in “Gynecological Endocrinology”

Triptorelin helps evaluate hormone production in Sertoli-Leydig cell tumors.

Utilization of Gonadotrophin-Releasing Hormone Analogue to Differentiate Ovarian from Adrenal Hyperandrogenism in Postmenopausal Women

research Utilization of Gonadotrophin-Releasing Hormone Analogue to Differentiate Ovarian from Adrenal Hyperandrogenism in Postmenopausal Women

4 citations, November 2018 in “Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Case Reports”

GnRH analogue can help diagnose ovarian causes of high testosterone in postmenopausal women when scans don't show the cause.

research Clinical Utility of GnRH Analogues in Female Androgen Excess: Highlighting Diagnostic and Therapeutic Applications

1 citations, September 2023 in “JCEM case reports”

GnRH analogues are effective for diagnosing and treating female androgen excess, offering a non-surgical option.

research Effect of the Gonadotrophin-Releasing Hormone Analogue, Goserelin, and Estradiol Replacement on Sebum Excretion Rates and Hair Size in Mildly Hirsute Women

4 citations, January 1991 in “Journal of dermatological treatment”

Goserelin and oestradiol treatment slightly improved hairiness but did not significantly change sebum production or hair characteristics in mildly hirsute women.

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community 35 MtF | 16 Months | Minoxidil + Dutasteride + Microneedling + Exosomes. Note that since I'm early in my transition (and I was coming from a bald state), I still have short hair. Very few MtF progress pictures here, I figure this might help some of you.

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