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    GlossaryPostmenopausal Hyperandrogenism

    condition of elevated male hormones in women after menopause

    Postmenopausal Hyperandrogenism is a condition where women experience elevated levels of androgens (male hormones) after menopause. This hormonal imbalance can lead to symptoms such as excessive facial and body hair, acne, and scalp hair thinning. It often results from ovarian or adrenal gland disorders and requires medical evaluation for proper diagnosis and treatment.

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      community Summaries of Finasteride Studies

      in Research/Science  20 upvotes 4 days ago
      Finasteride is effective in promoting hair growth and reversing hair miniaturization in men with androgenetic alopecia, with improvements seen in various studies over different durations. Some users report initial side effects like ball ache, which often resolve as the body adjusts.

      community Losing Hair on Dutasteride? You might have LPP

      in Research/Science  97 upvotes 3 months 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 9 months progress looks good to me

      in Is this regrowth?  86 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 35-year-old male reported positive hair regrowth after 9 months using oral dutasteride 0.5mg and oral minoxidil 5mg daily. A reply emphasized the importance of commitment and consistency for hair regrowth.
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