research Hormonal treatment for male-pattern hair loss: implications for cancer of the prostate?
Finasteride treats hair loss but may affect prostate cancer detection.
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research Androgenetic alopecia: evaluation of hormonal profile and its systemic implications
This study evaluated hormonal differences in males with early androgenetic alopecia, finding increased serum testosterone, prolactin, LH, LH/FSH, and FAI levels, with decreased FSH and SHBG levels, compared to controls without hair loss.
research Berberine as a Modulator of Metabolic and Hormonal Dysregulation in PCOS: Mechanisms of Action and Clinical Implications - A Narrative Review
This study suggests that berberine may offer multiple benefits for women with polycystic ovary syndrome by improving metabolic and hormonal profiles, though further research is needed on its long-term effects on reproductive outcomes.
research [Implication of VEGF, steroid hormones and neuropeptides in hair follicle cell responses].
This review examines how hormonal, vascular, and neuropeptide factors may regulate hair growth, suggesting a combined approach could contribute to developing new treatments for hair loss; it reports no new clinical results.
research Current issues on the genetic implications and treatment of androgenic alopecia
This article discusses the challenges in treating androgenic alopecia and highlights its potential links to coronary heart disease and metabolic syndrome but reports no new clinical findings.
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5 / 732 resultscommunity How do athletes maintain their hair transplants? Or do they not?
Athletes often use finasteride to maintain hair transplants, but some avoid it due to potential hormonal effects. Notable examples include Mo Salah and Conor McGregor, while LeBron James has had multiple procedures with varying success.
community I don’t understand this, is he equating taking Fin with being on HRT?
The conversation is about using finasteride and testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) for hair loss and their role in gender-affirming care. It debates whether these treatments are considered hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and their implications for both cisgender and transgender individuals.
community We made the NY Times: Finasteride for Male Baldness is Rewriting the Rules of Male Beauty
Finasteride is being discussed as a significant treatment for male baldness, with some users sharing positive experiences and increased confidence, while others express concerns about potential side effects like loss of libido and erectile dysfunction. The conversation highlights differing opinions on the drug's impact and the broader societal implications of changing beauty standards.
community No fearmongering /just facts on yesterday someone posting on eye issues
Finasteride and dutasteride may not significantly impact meibomian gland function since these glands do not rely on DHT. Some users report dry eyes and other side effects from finasteride, but these may be influenced by other factors or medications.
community New Research- Creatine Increasing Scalp DHT Without Corresponding Serum DHT Increase
Creatine may increase scalp DHT without affecting serum DHT, potentially speeding up male pattern baldness (MPB) for those genetically prone. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
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8 / 801 results- Is lavender effective for hormonal hair loss or just stress? Lavender may help with stress-related hair loss but has limited evidence for hormonal hair loss.
- Want to stop hormonal hair loss without touching your hormone levels? Procapil could block the enzyme doing the damage. Procapil's supplier describes it as inhibiting 5-alpha reductase at the scalp without changing hormone levels, but the published support is cell and animal work plus one small human study of a caffeine-plus-Procapil formula. It is a cosmetic ingredient, not an approved hair-loss treatment, and no trial has compared it with finasteride or minoxidil.
- Losing hair from hormonal imbalance? Baicapil might block DHT without messing with your hormones. No published study shows that Baicapil blocks DHT — the only data on the ingredient itself is the manufacturer's own unpublished dossier, and the baicalin research behind the claim is cancer cell-line work in which the effect was explicitly independent of the androgen receptor.
- Adenosine : Can it help if my hair loss is due to a hormonal imbalance like PCOS or DHT? Adenosine may help improve hair growth affected by hormonal imbalances like PCOS or DHT.
- Why are some women using bicalutamide to fight hormonal hair loss? Bicalutamide blocks androgens, helping women combat hormonal hair loss effectively.
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