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research Is Dihydrotestosterone a Classic Hormone?

4 citations, June 2017 in “Endocrine Reviews”

Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) mainly affects nearby cells, doesn't significantly change prostate hormonal environment or cancer risk, and doesn't play a main role in causing hair loss or acne. More research is needed on its effects on heart health, sexual function, and bone health.

research The Prevention of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)

12 citations, December 2016 in “Medical Hypotheses”

A vaccine may prevent benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).

research Is Dehydroepiandrosterone a Hormone?

403 citations, November 2005 in “Journal of Endocrinology”

Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) is a prohormone important for producing sex steroids and has potential health benefits.

research Exploring Hormone Therapy Effects on Reproduction and Health in Transgender Individuals

1 citations, November 2023 in “Medicina”

Hormone therapy improves mental well-being in transgender individuals but requires ongoing health monitoring.

research Skin Abnormality and Hair Loss: The Reproductive Endocrinological Viewpoint

November 2004 in “Medical Journal of Indonesia”

Hormonal imbalances can cause skin and hair problems in women, and treatments that block male hormones can help.

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community depression due to losing hair since an early age, 6 months on topical min + fin and it has only gotten worse

in Chat 17 upvotes 5 months ago

A 19-year-old male has been losing hair since 16-17 and feels more depressed after 6 months of using topical minoxidil and finasteride, which made his hair dry and greasy. Another user suggested switching to oral finasteride and provided tips for using topical minoxidil to reduce greasiness.

community Is hair thinning or loss associated with pain?

in Research/Science 6 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair thinning/loss associated with burning scalp pain. Finasteride helped relieve "DHT itch" for one person.

community Is topical finasteride as effective as oral finasteride?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 6 upvotes 4 months ago

Topical finasteride is almost as effective as oral finasteride with fewer side effects. Users are considering between oral and topical finasteride for hair loss treatment.

community Saying creatine causes loss on fin/dut makes no sense and this is why

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 42 upvotes 9 months ago

The conversation discusses whether creatine causes hair loss for those using finasteride or dutasteride, with some suggesting creatine might increase DHT or upregulate androgen receptors, potentially leading to hair loss. Others argue the evidence is not conclusive, citing limited studies and personal anecdotes, with some avoiding creatine as a precaution.

community Why nobody uses 0.25% (2.5mg/ml)?

in Treatment 65 upvotes 10 months ago

The conversation is about the effectiveness of 0.25% topical finasteride compared to other concentrations and forms. Users discuss its potential for better scalp DHT reduction and fewer side effects, with some preferring topical over oral treatments.

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