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      learn Melatonin

      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

      learn Hydrocortisone

      a synthetic cortisol used for anti-inflammatory effects

      learn Alfatradiol

      a synthetic estrogen used topically as an anti-androgen

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      Steroid Hormones in Geriatrics

      research Steroid Hormones in Geriatrics

      1 citations, February 1954 in “Journal of the American Geriatrics Society”
      Steroid hormones can help treat aging issues and improve health in elderly people.
      Anticancer Drugs in Surface Waters

      research Anticancer Drugs in Surface Waters

      310 citations, November 2011 in “Environment International”
      Anticancer drugs are increasingly found in surface waters, and their long-term environmental effects are not well understood, requiring better testing methods.
      Melanocytes and Vitiligo and Hair Graying

      research Melanocytes and Vitiligo and Hair Graying

      1 citations, January 2014 in “Elsevier eBooks”
      Melanocytes produce melanin; their defects cause vitiligo and hair graying, with treatments available for vitiligo.

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      community Why do we get bald from evolutionary perspective

      in Chat  213 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Baldness is not an evolutionary disadvantage because it occurs after reproductive age. Treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride are used for androgenetic alopecia but don't address the root cause.

      community DHT and 5AR respect post, it's importance within the brain

      in Research/Science  111 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses whether to use finasteride for hair loss, considering its role in inhibiting DHT and 5AR, which can affect brain function and mood. Some users report anxiety and depression from finasteride, while others do not experience these side effects and emphasize the importance of DHT for brain and prostate health.

      community Can Fin + Min save my hair? [20M]

      in Satire  3170 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user is considering using finasteride and minoxidil to address hair loss, particularly at the temples and crown. Responses include encouragement, humor, and additional suggestions like using a derma roller.