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GlossaryPrenatal Hormone Exposure

influence of hormones on fetal development during pregnancy

Prenatal hormone exposure refers to the influence of hormones on a developing fetus during pregnancy. These hormones, such as testosterone and estrogen, can affect the development of various physical and behavioral traits, including hair growth patterns and susceptibility to conditions like alopecia. Understanding this exposure is crucial for both predicting developmental outcomes and managing potential health issues.

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research Standards of Care for the Health of Transsexual, Transgender, and Gender-Nonconforming People, Version 7

2295 citations , August 2012 in “The international journal of transgenderism/International journal of transgenderism”

The guidelines recommend informed consent for gender-affirming treatments and stress the importance of personalized, culturally sensitive care for transgender individuals.

research Testosterone and the Brain: From Cognition to Autism

24 citations , January 2021 in “Physiological Research”

Testosterone affects brain functions and contributes to sex differences, influencing conditions like autism.

research Wokeness in Our Practice

March 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology”

Dermatologists should address discrimination and consider ethnic and gender differences in treatments.

research Sexual Dimorphism Following In Vitro Ischemia in the Response to Neurosteroids and Mechanisms of Injury

6 citations , January 2020 in “BMC Neuroscience”

Male tissue has more cell death than female tissue after ischemia, and some neurosteroids only protect female cells.

research Discriminating in Favor of or Against Men with Increased Risk of Finasteride-Related Side Effects?

2 citations , August 2016 in “Experimental Dermatology”

Finasteride treats baldness but may cause lasting sexual side effects.

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community 200 days on dut + min, what do you think?

in Is this regrowth? 600 upvotes 2 months ago

The user reports significant hair regrowth after 200 days using dutasteride and minoxidil, attributing changes to hair dye. Others doubt the authenticity and discuss treatment effectiveness and side effects.

community I think this is my stop, gentlepeople. So long and thanks for all the data 👋

in Transgender 2261 upvotes 5 months ago

A user shared their successful experience with hair regrowth and transitioning from male to female using minoxidil, finasteride, Nutrafol, microneedling, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT). They expressed gratitude for the results and encouraged others to explore treatments that align with their personal goals.

community C’est terrible - at my wits end

in Female 450 upvotes 2 years ago

A 29-year-old woman is experiencing gradual hair thinning since age 15, suspects Androgenic Alopecia, and has tried 5% minoxidil with little success. She has purchased various hair loss treatments including minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, and spironolactone, but is cautious about starting them due to potential interactions with her ADHD medication.

community Scalp tension and thickness of the galea aponeurotica, inflammation and potential treatment pathways

in Research/Science 3 years ago

Scalp tension potentially affecting hair loss, and potential treatments for male pattern baldness such as Minoxidil, Finasteride and RU58841. Evidence from a study was discussed which suggests that the cause of MPB lies within the follicle itself and is not dependent on its surrounding environment.

community Do you believe these studies are real or just fear mongering

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 157 upvotes 2 months ago

Finasteride can regrow hair but may cause depression and suicidal thoughts in some users. The connection between finasteride and mental health issues is debated, with some attributing it to pre-existing conditions or stress.

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