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research Incidence and Factors Associated With Androgenetic Alopecia Among Transgender and Gender-Diverse Patients Treated With Masculinizing Hormone Therapy

3 citations, February 2021 in “JAMA Dermatology”

Masculinizing hormone therapy increases the risk of hair loss in transgender and gender-diverse patients.

research Care of the Transgender Patient: The Role of the Gynecologist

86 citations, May 2013 in “American journal of obstetrics and gynecology”

Gynecologists should provide comprehensive care for transgender patients, including mental health evaluation, hormone therapy, and surgical options, while monitoring for side effects and ensuring patient safety.

research The Hirsute Woman: Challenges in Evaluation and Management

22 citations, August 2011 in “Endocrine Practice”

Most hirsutism cases are due to PCOS, and treatment focuses on lowering testosterone and blocking its effects.

research Commentary on Nonsurgical Management of Facial Masculinization and Feminization

2 citations, November 2018 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal”

Significant facial gender transformation requires surgery, not nonsurgical methods.

research Molecular Genetic and Endocrine Mechanisms of Hair Growth

51 citations, January 2003 in “Hormone Research in Paediatrics”

Hormones and their receptors, especially androgens, play a key role in hair growth and disorders like baldness.

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community Well… I Did It. Estrogen Saved My Hairline

in Transgender 732 upvotes 5 months ago

OP transitioned and used Spironolactone, Estradiol Valerate, Minoxidil, and dermarolling, resulting in significant hair regrowth. They advise this method may not be suitable for cis men.

community I talked to urologist about Finasteride and just wanted to share what he said

in Finasteride 232 upvotes 7 years ago

The effects of Finasteride, a drug used to treat hair loss, prostate problems and other conditions. The post by iaskedadoctor describes the conversations they had with a Urologist about the effects of the drug on DHT levels throughout the body, how lower doses are beneficial in reducing side effects, how erectile dysfunction can be psychological as well as physiological, how morning erections are not necessarily important, and how persistent side effects appear to be rare. People also shared their experiences with taking Finasteride for hair loss, including potential side effects such as reduced ejaculate force and development of man boobs.

community 2.5 years on finasteride, minoxidil, and Nizoral - before and after

499 upvotes 7 years ago

The progress made by someone using finasteride, minoxidil and Nizoral for hair loss over a 2.5 year period, with before and after photos to show the results. Replies included encouragements and questions about the treatments used.

community Dutasteride for trans men? (Topical vs oral?)

in Transgender 3 months ago

The conversation discusses using dutasteride, both topical and oral, for hair loss in trans men, considering potential side effects like depression and libido issues. The user is exploring options including topical solutions with minoxidil, retinoic acid, and hydrocortisone, and plans to start microneedling.

community Does finasteride/dutasteride reverse aging?

in Chat 45 upvotes 4 months ago

Finasteride and dutasteride can improve skin texture and reduce acne by lowering DHT but do not reverse aging. They may enhance skin and hair health for some, but can also cause side effects like dry skin and sexual dysfunction.

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