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    GlossaryEndocrine Disorder (Hormonal Disorder)

    hormonal imbalance affecting bodily functions like growth and metabolism

    An endocrine disorder, also known as an endocrine disease or hormonal disorder, occurs when the endocrine glands produce too much or too little of a hormone, leading to imbalances that can affect various bodily functions. These disorders can impact growth, metabolism, and mood, and include conditions like diabetes, thyroid diseases, and adrenal insufficiency.

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      community C’est terrible - at my wits end

      in Female  445 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 29-year-old woman is experiencing gradual hair thinning since age 15, suspects Androgenic Alopecia, and has tried 5% minoxidil with little success. She has purchased various hair loss treatments including minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, and spironolactone, but is cautious about starting them due to potential interactions with her ADHD medication.

      community Androgenetic alopecia is a skin disease: DHT-mediated skin disorders

      in Research/Science  65 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) impacts various skin conditions, including Androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, by causing overactivity in sebaceous glands. Topical medications Tacrolimus and Clobetasol can reduce these inflammatory conditions, and treatments like RU58841, Minoxidil, and Finasteride may also be beneficial.

      community What Private blood test should I take?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user in the UK seeks advice on blood tests before starting Finasteride and Minoxidil for hair loss. Recommended tests include thyroid function, hormone levels, liver and kidney function, and vitamin and mineral levels.

      community Hairloss is mentally exhausting

      in Chat  25 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about the mental toll of hair loss and seeking alternatives to finasteride. Suggestions include using minoxidil, considering pumpkin seed oil, and possibly seeking counseling for body dysmorphic disorder.