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research Sex Differences in the Hypothalamic–Pituitary–Adrenal Axis’ Response to Stress: An Important Role for Gonadal Hormones

197 citations, January 2019 in “Neuropsychopharmacology”

Male and female bodies respond differently to stress, influenced by hormones and development stages, with implications for stress-related diseases.

research Alopecia Areata: Hyperactivity of the Hypothalamic–Pituitary–Adrenal Axis Is a Myth?

5 citations, May 2017 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

The study found no significant difference in stress hormone levels between people with alopecia areata and healthy individuals, suggesting that the disease is not caused by an overactive stress response system.

research Not the Root of the Problem: Hair Cortisol and Cortisone Do Not Mediate the Effect of Child Maltreatment on Body Mass Index

11 citations, May 2020 in “Frontiers in psychiatry”

Child abuse is linked to higher BMI, but not because of hair cortisol or cortisone levels.

research Alcohol Exposure During Late Adolescence Increases Drinking in Adult Wistar Rats, an Effect That Is Not Reduced by Finasteride

12 citations, January 2013 in “Alcohol and Alcoholism”

Alcohol in teen years leads to more adult drinking, finasteride doesn't help.

research Goat Hair as a Bioindicator of Environmental Contaminants and Adrenal Activation During Vertical Transhumance

1 citations, November 2023 in “Frontiers in veterinary science”

Goat hair shows changes in metal levels and stress when goats move from indoors to mountain pastures.

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community How to reduce cortisol (stress hormone) naturally?

in Chat 38 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses natural ways to reduce cortisol, such as avoiding caffeine, getting proper sleep, syncing with the sun, walking in nature, breathing exercises, increasing calories, and not doing keto. Magnesium supplements are recommended for stress reduction.

community There’s actually a quite good chance that next year, we might see a new treatment get FDA approval for the first time in nearly three decades.

in Research/Science 79 upvotes 4 weeks ago

Breezula, a potential new hair loss treatment, may receive FDA approval soon, but it is expected to be a weaker alternative to finasteride and minoxidil. Concerns include its twice-daily application and possible side effects like HPA axis suppression.

community Is hydrocortisone that bad for your scalp?

in Minoxidil 1 upvotes 5 months ago

Hydrocortisone is not recommended for long-term use on the scalp due to potential side effects like thinning and steroid-related issues. Alternatives like foam minoxidil or oral minoxidil are suggested, though foam may be less effective.

community Mechanism of action of alfatradiol (17 alpha estradiol)

in Research/Science 6 upvotes 9 months ago

The conversation discusses the mechanism of action of alfatradiol (17 alpha estradiol) in treating hair loss. It explores theories that it either inhibits 5 alpha reductase to prevent T->DHT conversion or aromatizes scalp T into 17-alpha-estradiol to save hair.

community Anyone used CB-03-01 (clascoterone), is it worth it, too risky??

in Research/Science 2 upvotes 9 months ago

The user experienced side effects from low-dose topical finasteride and is considering using clascoterone (CB-03-01) despite concerns about its risks and cost. They seek advice on its effectiveness and potential side effects compared to other treatments like alfatradiol and fluridil.

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