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GlossaryHyperandrogenism

elevated androgen levels causing symptoms like excessive hair growth

Hyperandrogenism, also known as Androgen Excess, refers to a condition characterized by elevated levels of androgens (male hormones such as testosterone) in the body. This hormonal imbalance can lead to symptoms such as excessive hair growth (hirsutism), acne, and scalp hair thinning in women. It is often associated with conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and can have significant implications for reproductive and metabolic health.

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research Prevalence of Hyperandrogenemia in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Diagnosed by the National Institutes of Health 1990 Criteria

118 citations , February 2009 in “Fertility and Sterility”

Most women with PCOS have high levels of male hormones, and free testosterone is the best marker for this.

research A Detailed Investigation of Hirsutism in a Turkish Population: Idiopathic Hyperandrogenemia as a Perplexing Issue

42 citations , October 2004 in “Experimental and Clinical Endocrinology & Diabetes”

The main cause of excessive hair growth in Turkish women is Polycystic ovary syndrome, but in about one fifth of cases, the reason for high male hormone levels is unknown.

research Genetic Variants Associated with Hyperandrogenemia in PCOS Pathophysiology

29 citations , February 2018 in “Genetics research international”

Certain genetic variations are linked to increased androgen levels in PCOS, but more research is needed to understand these connections fully.

research Is It Necessary to Measure Free Testosterone to Assess Hyperandrogenemia in Women? The Role of Calculated Free and Bioavailable Testosterone

22 citations , May 2006 in “Experimental and Clinical Endocrinology & Diabetes”

Calculated testosterone values are reliable for assessing hyperandrogenemia in women, making direct measurement unnecessary.

research Hyperandrogenemia in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Prevalence, Characteristics, and Association with Body Mass Index

19 citations , January 2017 in “Hormone Molecular Biology and Clinical Investigation”

High levels of male hormones are very common in women with PCOS and affect their metabolism differently depending on their weight.

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community Yes, your hair CAN get worse on dutasteride and fin DOES work better for some (With pictures over 1.5 years)

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 216 upvotes 3 months ago

Switching from finasteride to dutasteride can worsen hairlines for some, as experienced by the original poster. Finasteride worked better for them, and they suggest returning to it if dutasteride causes hair loss.