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GlossaryMenopausal Status

stage of a woman's life marking the end of menstrual cycles

Menopausal Status refers to the stage a woman is in regarding menopause, which is the natural biological process marking the end of her menstrual cycles. It includes premenopause (the time leading up to menopause), perimenopause (the transition phase where symptoms like irregular periods and hot flashes occur), menopause (when a woman has not had a menstrual period for 12 consecutive months), and postmenopause (the years following menopause). Understanding a woman's menopausal status is crucial for managing symptoms and health risks associated with hormonal changes.

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research Age-Dependent Changes in Skin Features and Perceived Facial Appearance in Women of Five Ethnic Groups

2 citations , July 2024 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science”

Younger women are seen as more attractive and healthier, with Chinese women rated highest and South African women rated oldest and least healthy.

Associations Between Clinical Variables, Treatment Regimens, Hair Density, and Caliber in Female Androgenetic Alopecia Patients: A Retrospective Study of 602 Patients

research Associations Between Clinical Variables, Treatment Regimens, Hair Density, and Caliber in Female Androgenetic Alopecia Patients: A Retrospective Study of 602 Patients

April 2021 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

Age, hair loss duration, menopause, and specific treatments affect hair density and caliber in female hair loss patients.

research Hair Through the Female Life Cycle

40 citations , December 2011 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Women's hair generally gets thinner and less dense starting in their mid-thirties, with hair loss becoming more common as they age due to both genetics and environment.

research Untangling the Hairy Issue of Iron Deficiency: Making Progress

1 citations , June 2011 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Iron deficiency is common in women regardless of hair loss, and treating it does not usually reverse hair loss.

research Menopause and Common Dermatoses: A Systematic Review

1 citations , December 2025 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology”

Menopause influences skin conditions, and hormone therapy should be considered in treatment.

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community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

nkrata in Research 830 upvotes 1 year ago

Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

community Losing Hair on Dutasteride? You might have LPP

in Research/Science 97 upvotes 1 year ago

Men with hair loss might have lichen planopilaris (LPP), which can mimic androgenetic alopecia, leading to misdiagnosis and ineffective treatment with finasteride or dutasteride. Proper diagnosis, including biopsies, is crucial to distinguish between androgenetic alopecia and conditions like LPP.

community Finasteride and “anti-aging” effects

in Treatment 218 upvotes 6 months ago

Finasteride may help users look younger by suppressing DHT, affecting skin and hair. Users also emphasize skincare, sunscreen, and lifestyle for maintaining a youthful appearance.

community Dutasteride Isn't Working? Get a Scalp Biopsy NOW

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 19 upvotes 1 year ago

Dutasteride may not be effective for everyone due to underlying issues, suggesting scalp biopsies for further diagnosis. Users discuss using higher doses of dutasteride, topical treatments, minoxidil, and pyrilutamide for hair loss management.

community So we have 20k dollars human like machines available but no new effective treatment for hairloss since finasteride :)

in Chat 237 upvotes 1 year ago

There have been no new effective hair loss treatments since finasteride, despite technological advancements. Current treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, with ongoing challenges and potential future solutions in research.

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