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Sexual Function in Women with Androgen Excess Disorders: Classic Forms of Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

research Sexual Function in Women with Androgen Excess Disorders: Classic Forms of Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

5 citations , June 2020 in “Journal of Endocrinological Investigation”

Women with congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) have more sexual function issues than those with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), but physical activity can improve sexual functioning in all women.

research Hyperandrogenism, Adrenal Dysfunction, and Hirsutism

13 citations , August 2020 in “Der Hautarzt”

Excessive male hormones in women cause symptoms like unwanted hair growth, and treatment requires careful medical evaluation.

research Alopecia and the Metabolic Syndrome

30 citations , September 2017 in “Clinics in Dermatology”

Men with common hair loss may have a higher risk of heart disease and diabetes, and should be checked for these conditions.

research Baicalin Inhibits Recruitment of GATA1 to the HSD3B2 Promoter and Reverses Hyperandrogenism of PCOS

12 citations , January 2019 in “Journal of Endocrinology”

Baicalin may help reduce excessive male hormone levels in PCOS.

research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

April 2021 in “Interciencia médica”

PCOS is a common condition in women that causes various symptoms and health issues, treatable with lifestyle changes and medication.

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community Proposed new pathogenesis model for androgenetic alopecia (AGA)

in Research/Science 8 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses a new model for understanding androgenetic alopecia (AGA), linking it to dietary and lifestyle factors similar to PCOS, and highlighting the role of DHT, vascular damage, and inflammation. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community I though I didn’t have any progress. My doctor showed me I was just anxious and hyper aware

in Minoxidil 18 upvotes 5 years ago

The user's experience with hair loss, their doctor explaining that they were likely hyper aware of thin spots due to anxiety and an underlying whorl in one area, and providing encouragement for those feeling discouraged. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil and spironolactone.

community No, Finasteride as a treatment for MPB was not an "accident"

in Research/Science 106 upvotes 4 years ago

Finasteride was intentionally developed to treat BPH and later approved for male pattern baldness (MPB) due to its 5AR inhibition effects. The delay in MPB approval was due to concerns about off-label use for female hirsutism and the prioritization of treating a more debilitating condition.

community Spironolactone for 11 years, finasteride for almost 5 years, started oral minoxidil in November 😢 ended oral contraceptive in Dec.

in Progress Pictures 224 upvotes 1 year ago

A user shared their 11-year experience with spironolactone and nearly 5 years with finasteride for hair loss, recently adding oral minoxidil and stopping birth control. Various treatments were discussed, including organic options, checking for underlying health issues, considering dutasteride, and the potential role of progesterone in hair loss.

community How does hair loss and recovery work?

in Chat 12 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss varies due to genetic sensitivity to DHT and other factors. Treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and microneedling.

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