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a synthetic anti-androgen and weak progestogen that inhibits DHT binding to androgen receptor
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Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
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hormone commonly taken for sleep aid has some topical benefits for hair
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an estrogen promoting hair regrowth more commonly used in women
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research Polymorphisms of Vitamin D Receptor and the Effect on Metabolic and Endocrine Abnormalities in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Review
Different forms of the Vitamin D receptor can impact metabolic and hormone issues in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.
research Telogen Hair Loss and Androgenetic-Like Alopecia in GAPO Syndrome
A boy with GAPO syndrome had hair loss similar to male pattern baldness without hormone issues, possibly due to skin or blood vessel problems.
research Discovery of Nonsteroidal Androgens
Scientists found new nonsteroidal compounds that can act like natural male hormones and might help treat male fertility and hormone issues.
research Familial Androgenetic Alopecia in Siblings with Normal Endocrinological Status
Two young siblings experienced hair loss without hormone issues or other skin problems.
research Detection of Five Substitution TPO Mutations in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Thyroid Hormones Disturbance Patients
Five different TPO gene mutations were found in PCOS patients with thyroid hormone issues.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Starting finasteride with poor hormones
A user with low testosterone and mild gyno is considering finasteride for hair loss. Others suggest consulting an endocrinologist first and share experiences of finasteride not worsening gyno.
community Why balding gets worse in every generation?
Balding seems to worsen with each generation, possibly due to stress, diet, and environmental factors. The user started treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.
community I’m 14 years old and I’m losing more hair than my dad. I’ve gone to the doctor 2 times because of this and I’ve received no help. I’m starting to feel like It’s worthless and my hairs gonna look like this forever. I don’t know how anyone could help me but it’s always worth a shot.
A 14 year old who is experiencing hair loss and has not received any help from the doctor, with advice being given to try different doctors, get tested for underlying conditions and intolerances, buzz it short as an option and treatments that could slow down or reverse the hair loss such as minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841 and addressing the cause of the hair loss.
community Im depressed and feeling hopeless about my progress and need guidance
A 20-year-old is feeling depressed about hair loss despite using minoxidil and finasteride for 5-6 months. Users suggest continuing treatment, trying derma rolling, oral minoxidil, and addressing lifestyle factors.
community How much does diet affect hair loss?
The conversation suggests that changing diet and lifestyle has little to no effect on male pattern baldness (MPB), which is largely determined by genetics. Some individuals noted personal improvements in hair condition with healthier diets, but the consensus is that diet alone cannot prevent or reverse MPB.