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    Glossary Androgenic Symptoms

    physical changes due to male hormones like testosterone

    Androgenic symptoms refer to physical changes that occur due to the influence of androgens, which are male hormones like testosterone. These symptoms can include increased body hair, acne, and in some cases, hair loss on the scalp (androgenic alopecia). Both men and women can experience these symptoms, although they are more commonly associated with males.

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    1. Cyproterone a synthetic anti-androgen and weak progestogen that inhibits DHT binding to androgen receptor
    2. Minoxidil Vasodilator used on the scalp and, at low doses, as a tablet
    3. Saw Palmetto Palm-berry extract taken as a supplement
    4. Finasteride Popular 5-alpha reductase inhibitor that lowers DHT, taken as a pill or used topically
    5. Hydrocortisone Mild corticosteroid used on the skin and scalp