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    GlossaryHormonal Agents (Hormonal Drugs)

    medications that alter hormone levels to treat medical conditions

    Hormonal agents, also known as hormonal drugs, are medications that influence the body's hormone levels to treat various conditions. They can be used to manage hormone-related disorders, such as thyroid imbalances, diabetes, and certain cancers, by either supplementing deficient hormones or inhibiting excessive hormone production.

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      in Satire  4485 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation humorously suggests that drug use might be more effective for hair retention than traditional treatments like minoxidil or finasteride. It attributes full heads of hair in homeless individuals to lifestyle factors like reduced stress or hormonal changes.

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      A 27-year-old man shared his hormonal panel results after one year of taking finasteride 1mg/day for hair loss, showing his DHT levels nearly doubled. He reported stabilized hair loss with mild side effects that resolved, and he is considering a hair transplant but is concerned about the increased DHT levels and potential treatment options.