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Glossary Postmenopausal Women

females who have permanently stopped menstruating

Postmenopausal women are females who have gone through menopause, the stage in life when menstrual periods permanently cease, typically occurring between the ages of 45 and 55. This phase marks the end of a woman's reproductive years and is characterized by a significant drop in estrogen and progesterone levels, which can lead to various physiological changes, including an increased risk of osteoporosis and cardiovascular disease.

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research Frontal fibrosing alopecia in postmenopausal women

179 citations , December 2004 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

This study observed that frontal fibrosing alopecia in postmenopausal women involves selective follicular inflammation, and finasteride treatment may slow disease progression, suggesting a potential androgen-related component.

research Finasteride Treatment of Patterned Hair Loss in Normoandrogenic Postmenopausal Women

72 citations , January 2004 in “Dermatology”

This study found that oral finasteride, at a dosage of 2.5 mg/day or more, may improve hair growth and appearance in postmenopausal women with pattern hair loss, without adverse effects.

research The safety of 52 weeks of oral DHEA therapy for postmenopausal women

46 citations , May 2009 in “Maturitas”

This study found that taking a daily oral dose of 50mg DHEA for one year had no significant impact on blood lipids, insulin sensitivity, or the endometrium in postmenopausal women with low libido.

research Finasteride 5 mg/day treatment of patterned hair loss in normo-androgenetic postmenopausal women

44 citations , January 2013 in “International Journal of Trichology”

This study found that 5 mg/day oral finasteride was effective and safe for improving hair outcomes in normoandrogenic postmenopausal women with androgenetic alopecia over 18 months.

Effect of Red Clover Isoflavones on Skin, Appendages, and Mucosal Status in Postmenopausal Women

research Effect of Red Clover Isoflavones over Skin, Appendages, and Mucosal Status in Postmenopausal Women

19 citations , January 2011 in “Obstetrics and gynecology international”

The researchers reported that red clover extract supplementation in postmenopausal women improved subjective assessments of scalp hair, skin, libido, mood, sleep, and tiredness compared to placebo.

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community Finasteride for women?

3 upvotes 7 years ago

Finasteride is sometimes used off-label for women with hair loss, but spironolactone is often recommended first. Minoxidil and estrogen supplements are also mentioned as treatments.

community DHT and 5AR respect post, it's importance within the brain

in Research/Science 111 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses whether to use finasteride for hair loss, considering its role in inhibiting DHT and 5AR, which can affect brain function and mood. Some users report anxiety and depression from finasteride, while others do not experience these side effects and emphasize the importance of DHT for brain and prostate health.

community REGROWTH AFTER 12 YEARS! My doctor approves of self-prescribed gray market internet dutasteride!!

in Female 72 upvotes 1 year ago

A woman experienced hair regrowth after using self-prescribed finasteride and dutasteride from online sources, despite doctors' reluctance to prescribe these due to potential birth defects. Her dermatologist acknowledged the effectiveness of these treatments and advised her to continue using them while avoiding pregnancy.

community Using Maneup Instead of Minoxidil

in Progress Pictures 103 upvotes 1 year ago

A 51-year-old woman switched from Minoxidil to Maneup, a copper peptide treatment, experiencing initial hair loss but later regrowth with different hair texture. Users debated Maneup's effectiveness, with some considering it alongside finasteride.

community What do you think about my treatment ( female)

4 upvotes 3 years ago

A woman with androgenetic alopecia is using a treatment of topical finasteride with 7% minoxidil, spironolactone, and supplements like iron, vitamin D, biotin, and zinc. She is considering additional treatments like PRP and laser therapy but has not seen significant hair regrowth yet.

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learn Finasteride

What does finasteride do to the female body? Find out its side effects. Finasteride is not approved for hair loss in women anywhere; the one controlled trial, in 137 postmenopausal women at 1 mg daily, found no benefit over placebo, while smaller uncontrolled studies at higher off-label doses report some improvement. It is contraindicated in pregnancy and crushed or broken tablets must not be handled.

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