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research Low sex hormone-binding globulin is associated with low high-density lipoprotein cholesterol and metabolic syndrome in women with PCOS

71 citations , June 2006 in “Human Reproduction”

This study found that in young Taiwanese women with PCOS, low sex hormone-binding globulin levels were associated with low HDL cholesterol levels, independent of insulin resistance and obesity.

research Low sex-hormone binding globulin levels in young women with diffuse hair loss

40 citations , March 1982 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

This study found that women experiencing diffuse hair loss had significantly lower levels of plasma sex-hormone binding globulin compared to controls, while their testosterone levels remained normal.

research EFFECTS OF A LOW‐DOSE DESOGESTREL‐ETHINYLESTRADIOL COMBINATION ON HIRSUTISM, ANDROGENS AND SEX HORMONE BINDING GLOBULIN IN WOMEN WITH A POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME

53 citations , January 1985 in “Acta obstetricia et gynecologica Scandinavica”

This study found that an 8-month treatment with a low-dose oral contraceptive significantly reduced testosterone levels and hair growth in women with polycystic ovary syndrome and hirsutism, with minimal side effects.

research Male Sex Hormones in Andrology Today

1 citations , October 2022 in “Springer eBooks”

This review discusses the roles of hormonal pathways in regulating male sexual function, particularly highlighting the impact of testosterone, and reports no new research findings.

research Low Anabolic Profile in Assessing a Patients Overall Hair Loss

1 citations , January 2015 in “Hair therapy & transplantation”

This investigation found that certain supplements, particularly whey protein isolate, growth hormones, and anabolic steroids, can negatively impact hair loss by affecting biochemical pathways.

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community Hormone tests to decide on oral fin

4 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses starting low-dose oral finasteride for hair loss, considering hormone levels and potential side effects like gynecomastia. Suggestions include using DIM for estradiol, vitamin B6 for prolactin, and lifestyle changes to optimize hormone profiles before starting treatment.

community Regrowth after 9 months of DHT blockers, and 6 months of HRT

in Transgender 24 upvotes 10 months ago

A 20-year-old saw significant hair regrowth after 9 months of using DHT blockers (finasteride and dutasteride) and 6 months of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with estradiol. The regrowth is attributed to low testosterone and high estradiol levels, without using Minoxidil.

community 2.5mg Dut/RU/minoxidil can't counter 15mg Testosterone..

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 6 upvotes 1 year ago

Despite using Dutasteride, RU58841, and Minoxidil, hair loss continues due to low testosterone levels from taking 15mg of testosterone weekly, which may not produce enough estrogen. Increasing testosterone dosage and stabilizing hormone levels might help address the issue.

community Hormone test results - anybody else have similar with fin/dut

7 upvotes 2 months ago

A user on Finasteride for 7-8 years reported unexpectedly high testosterone levels despite expecting lower levels due to age, with discussions on the impact of SHBG and suggestions to use boron to lower SHBG. Another user noted that Dutasteride significantly increased their testosterone and free testosterone levels.

community Had a hormone panel to determine if I’m in range to use finasteride without too many issues. Thoughts?

5 upvotes 3 years ago

A user shared their hormone levels to gauge if they can use finasteride for hair loss without issues. Their hormone levels are mostly within the reference ranges.

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