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GlossaryProgestins

synthetic hormones mimicking progesterone, used in contraceptives and therapies

Progestins are synthetic hormones that mimic the effects of the natural hormone progesterone, which is crucial for regulating the menstrual cycle and maintaining pregnancy. They are commonly used in hormonal contraceptives and hormone replacement therapy to manage menstrual disorders, prevent pregnancy, and alleviate menopausal symptoms.

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research Recommendations for Endocrine Treatment of Patients with Gender Dysphoria

10 citations , May 2009 in “Sexual and Relationship Therapy”

The document concludes that hormone therapy is essential for treating gender dysphoria, with specific drugs and monitoring protocols recommended for safety and effectiveness.

research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Review for Dermatologists

30 citations , October 2014 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

A team approach is crucial for managing PCOS, with dermatologists playing a key role.

research Feline Symmetrical Alopecia

January 2006 in “Elsevier eBooks”

Cats with Feline Symmetrical Alopecia can regrow hair with proper treatment based on the specific cause, including diet, medication, or stress management.

research Chemotherapy in Gynecologic Malignancy

March 1965 in “Hospital Topics”

Chemotherapy provides symptom relief and extends life in 30-50% of gynecological cancer cases, but has only cured choriocarcinoma.

research Protective Cardiovascular and Renal Actions of Vitamin D and Estrogen

13 citations , December 2012 in “Frontiers in bioscience”

Vitamin D and estrogen may help protect heart and kidney health, and maintaining sufficient vitamin D levels could be especially beneficial for African Americans, postmenopausal women, and people with chronic kidney disease.

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community medication for hair loss spironolactone

in Female 3 upvotes 2 years ago

41-year-old female experienced slow hair thinning, took finasteride for a year, then switched to spironolactone. Irregular periods occurred, seeking advice on long-term side effects and considering a third medication.

community Found the solution tressbros - 1.5 years 2.5mg oral minox, 5mg finasteride, 8mg estradiol valerate (weekly)

in Transgender 591 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses a transgender individual's successful hair loss treatment over 1.5 years using 2.5mg oral minoxidil, 5mg finasteride, and 8mg weekly injectable estradiol valerate. Some users debate the appropriateness of this approach within the group's goals, while others support the individualized treatment and its additional benefits for transgender individuals.

community VDPHL-01 is Overrated and Ridiculous. This is just Oral Minoxidil.

in Research/Science 21 upvotes 1 year ago

VDPHL-01 is essentially a slow-release oral minoxidil, which is already known to work for hair growth. The formulation includes other ingredients like Medrogestone, Valproic acid, Setipiprant, and Cetirizine, but their effectiveness and necessity are questioned.

community Completely defeated after trying so hard with topical finasteride.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 24 upvotes 3 years ago

A user who has tried multiple treatments for hair loss, including oral and topical finasteride and liposomal finasteride, but experienced severe side effects in each case; the user is considering trying RU58841 or aromatise inhibitors as alternatives.

community Any other females with no family history of hair loss?

in Female 6 upvotes 7 years ago

A female experiencing premature full-blown male pattern baldness with no family history of hair loss, and other users sharing their experiences.

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