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    GlossaryHypogonadism (Low Testosterone)

    condition where sex glands produce insufficient hormones

    Hypogonadism is a medical condition where the body's sex glands, the testes in men and the ovaries in women, produce little or no hormones. This can lead to various symptoms such as reduced libido, infertility, and in some cases, hair loss. It can be caused by genetic factors, injury, or certain medical conditions, and often requires hormone replacement therapy for management.

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      community 2 months of topical minoxidil (5%) use and there is a shadow now!

      in Transgender  192 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses the user's experience with topical minoxidil (5%) for hair loss, showing some improvement after 2 months. Suggestions from others include keeping the hair shorter on the sides and back, adding finasteride for better results, and considering a shaved head look, though the latter was debated for its femininity.

      community Testosterone in Reference Range Doesn't Cause Hair Loss

      in Research/Science  51 upvotes 9 months ago
      Testosterone within the normal range does not significantly contribute to male pattern baldness (MPB); DHT is the main factor that can be controlled. Genetics play a crucial role in hair loss, and treatments like finasteride and dutasteride, which block DHT, can help despite potentially raising testosterone levels.

      community Testosterone and hair loss seeming irrelevance

      in Research/Science  81 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about the role of testosterone in hair loss and the effectiveness of different treatments. The conclusion is that DHT is the main culprit for hair loss, and finasteride has been proven to work long-term in maintaining and regrowing hair. Testosterone may have a minor effect, but it is not the primary cause of hair loss.