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a synthetic anti-androgen and weak progestogen that inhibits DHT binding to androgen receptor
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natural substance from Neem tree with medicinal and pesticidal properties
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hormone commonly taken for sleep aid has some topical benefits for hair
learn Estradiol
an estrogen promoting hair regrowth more commonly used in women
learn Finasteride
Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Ovarian Vein Sampling, and Serum and Urine Testosterone Monitoring in Ovarian Leydig Cell Tumors: A Report of Two Cases
Ovarian vein sampling helped diagnose rare ovarian tumors causing high testosterone, and surgery to remove the tumors lowered the testosterone levels.
research Effect of Estrogens on Skin Aging and the Potential Role of Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators
Estrogens and SERMs can help with skin aging, but their safety and effectiveness need more research.
research Phenotypic Characterization of Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in a Population from the Ecuadorian Andes: A Cross-Sectional Study
Classical PCOS types A and B are most common and linked to higher health risks.
research Cross-Sex Hormone Therapy for Gender Dysphoria
Cross-sex hormone therapy is important for managing gender dysphoria and requires careful monitoring and healthcare provider education.
research Analysis of Hormone Antagonists in Clinical and Municipal Wastewater by Isotopic Dilution Liquid Chromatography Tandem Mass Spectrometry
Researchers developed a method to detect hormone-blocking drugs in wastewater and found them in Beijing's sewage, suggesting they can survive sewage treatment.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity People who continue to lose hair on fin/dut, Are you on Nicotine?
Nicotine use, especially from vaping, may worsen hair shedding and reduce the effectiveness of finasteride and dutasteride. Quitting nicotine seems to improve hair health.
community Estradiol (E2), Testosterone and DHT levels after 1 month on Dutasteride
Dutasteride and finasteride are used for hair loss, affecting hormone levels like DHT and testosterone. Hormone balance is crucial, as changes can lead to side effects such as increased estradiol and potential hair loss.
community Getting bloods done whilst on finasteride
Finasteride can affect hormone levels within two weeks, and a break of several weeks is recommended for baseline results. Monitoring E2 and testosterone is suggested to assess the risk of gynecomastia.
community Minoxidil is working for me – just 3 months in! (No fin, no microneedling
A 36-year-old experienced slow, diffuse hair thinning over 15 years and saw significant improvement using 5% topical minoxidil alone for 3 months, without finasteride or microneedling. The user is pleased with the results, noting increased hair density and no visible scalp, and plans to continue monitoring progress without using hormone-affecting treatments.
community Please take a vitamin & hormone test
Checking vitamin and hormone levels is important for addressing hair loss, as deficiencies in vitamin D, zinc, and iron can affect hair growth. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamin supplements are used, but addressing deficiencies is crucial for effectiveness.