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    GlossaryHormonal Imbalance (hormonal dysfunction)

    disruption in hormone levels affecting bodily functions and health

    Hormonal imbalance, also known as endocrine imbalance, occurs when there is too much or too little of a hormone in the bloodstream. Hormones are critical for regulating various bodily functions, including metabolism, growth, and mood, so an imbalance can lead to a range of symptoms such as weight gain, fatigue, mood swings, and hair loss.

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      Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia

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      a synthetic estrogen used topically as an anti-androgen

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      much-hyped research compound targeting prolactin receptor in scalp

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      highly targeted anti-androgen that might have minimal systemic effects

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      community DHT Isn't (Directly) Important

      in Research/Science  99 upvotes 1 month ago
      Finasteride's potential side effects, especially sexual dysfunction, are discussed, with emphasis on hormonal balance between testosterone and estradiol. Users share experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, highlighting the variability in side effects and the influence of mindset and lifestyle.
      If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      in Research  830 upvotes 7 months ago
      Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

      community Topical finasteride now the safest possible path?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  84 upvotes 8 months ago
      Topical finasteride is considered a safer option for hair regrowth with fewer systemic side effects compared to oral finasteride. Some users report similar efficacy and side effects between topical and oral treatments, while others prefer topical due to reduced systemic exposure.