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research Estrogen modulates mesenchymal-epidermal interactions in the adult nipple

4 citations , March 2017 in “Development”

This study found that specialized nipple epidermis in mice is maintained by the repression of TGFβ signaling through estrogen, which highlights the role of hormonal regulation in epidermal maintenance.

research Unilateral nevoid hyperkeratosis of the nipple and areola in a Saudi female

2 citations , July 2018 in “Our Dermatology Online”

This case report documents the first known instance of nevoid hyperkeratosis of the nipple and areola with unilateral presentation in a Saudi female, diagnosed through clinical evaluation and biopsy.

research Sostdc1 defines the size and number of skin appendage placodes

56 citations , February 2012 in “Developmental biology”

This study found that the absence of Sostdc1 in mice alters mammary gland and hair follicle development, particularly by increasing vibrissae numbers and causing unusual nipple-like structures.

research Expansion of specialized epidermis induced by hormonal state and mechanical strain

May 2015 in “PMC”

This study found that areola formation in mice requires a combination of pregnancy hormones and mechanical strain, with individual stimuli causing only modest changes in epidermal proliferation and connective tissue remodeling.

research Medical applications of tattooing

58 citations , July 2007 in “Clinics in Dermatology”

This article reviews the use of medical tattooing for cosmetic and therapeutic purposes across various fields, but reports no new clinical results.

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community 13 Years on Fin, Losing Effectiveness, Started 0.5 Dut Once a Week, Getting Strange Nipple Sensitivity, Is This Something That Will Go Away? (Blood Test Results After 13 Years Included)

2 upvotes 1 year ago

After 13 years on finasteride, OP is experiencing reduced effectiveness and has started taking 0.5 mg of dutasteride weekly, noticing nipple sensitivity as a side effect. OP plans to increase the dutasteride dosage and retest hormone levels, while others suggest adjusting the dosage or trying different forms of dutasteride.

community 5 Months on topical Fin/Min progress: grows hair and boobs

in Progress Pictures 159 upvotes 11 months ago

The user experienced significant hair growth using topical finasteride and minoxidil but noticed nipple changes, suggesting early gynecomastia. They plan to stop the treatment and consider blood work to check hormonal balance.

community 24 weeks of treatment. Best decision of my life

916 upvotes 1 year ago

A 32-year-old male used 1.25mg oral finasteride daily and 1ml topical minoxidil twice daily for 24 weeks, experiencing improved skin and hair growth with initial side effects that resolved after three weeks. He plans to try dermastamping to address a stubborn cowlick area.

community Duasteride and breast tissue accumulation.

4 upvotes 7 months ago

The user is experiencing breast tissue growth from taking dutasteride and minoxidil, and is considering reducing the dosage or stopping the medication. Suggestions include seeing an endocrinologist, using Raloxifene or Arimidex, and considering topical treatments or surgery if necessary.

community Help! Gyne after 20 years of taking Dut

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 39 upvotes 2 years ago

A 43-year-old experienced gynecomastia after 20 years of taking dutasteride and 7.5mg oral minoxidil. Suggestions include consulting an endocrinologist, checking hormones, and considering Nolvadex or DIM supplements.

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