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GlossaryGonadotropin-Releasing Hormone Agonists

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 Hirsutism, Acne, and Hair Loss: Management of Hyperandrogenic Cutaneous Manifestations of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

September 2016 in “Gynecology Obstetrics and Reproductive Medicine”

Effective treatment for skin issues in women with PCOS includes oral contraceptives, antiandrogens, and other medications and procedures.

research Hirsutism

2 citations , July 2012 in “Obstetrics, gynaecology and reproductive medicine”

Hirsutism in women often indicates health issues like polycystic ovarian syndrome and is treated with lifestyle changes, medication, and cosmetic measures.

research Postmenopausal Ovarian Hyperthecosis Associated with Rapid Testosterone Excess

1 citations , January 2018 in “Journal of Gynecologic Surgery”

Removing both ovaries can treat increased testosterone and related symptoms in postmenopausal women with ovarian hyperthecosis.

research Ovarian Hyperthecosis in Adolescent Females: Two Case Reports and a Review of the Literature

July 2024 in “Journal of Pediatric Endocrinology and Metabolism”

Ovarian hyperthecosis should be considered in young women with severe male-like symptoms and can be managed with hormone treatments.

research Hirsutism II: Treatment

15 citations , August 1998 in “Australasian journal of dermatology”

The document concludes that various cosmetic and drug treatments are available for hirsutism, and some new drugs show promise.

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community My Estradiol Level on Finasteride

in Research/Science 19 upvotes 9 months ago

Finasteride has no effect on the user's estradiol levels, and body fat may influence aromatization. The user is on testosterone replacement therapy and uses everyday injections to manage high RBC count, with plans to measure DHT, DHEA-S, and pregnenolone levels.

community My Testosterone is less than 1/3rd In 7 Months since I took Finasteride!

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 114 upvotes 3 years ago

A user experienced a significant drop in testosterone levels after taking finasteride, leading to side effects like low libido and muscle mass loss. Despite its effectiveness for hair, the user decided to stop finasteride due to its impact on hormones, preferring to be bald.

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.

in Transgender 126 upvotes 2 years ago

A 35-year-old transitioning female (MtF) shared her hair regrowth journey using Minoxidil, Dutasteride, Microneedling, and Exosomes, starting from a bald state. Commenters discussed the impressive results, skin care routine, and the effects of estrogen on hair and skin.

community Possible "Cure" For Pos Finasteride Syndrome

in Chat 6 upvotes 5 years ago

A user reported full recovery from Post Finasteride Syndrome after 6 months of HCG treatment. They used 250IU of HCG three times a week.

community Topical minoxidil 3 months results

in Progress Pictures 624 upvotes 3 years ago

This conversation is about a user named "mr_mime125" who experienced results from using topical finasteride (0.1%) and minoxidil (5%) solution 1.5 ml twice a day for the first two months followed by just minoxidil (5%) 1 ml once a day in the last month, resulting in a drastic improvement to their hairline. Other users discussed their progress while asking questions and offering encouragement.

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