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Glossary Puberty

developmental stage marked by physical and hormonal changes for reproduction

Puberty is the developmental stage during which a child's body undergoes physical and hormonal changes to become capable of sexual reproduction. This period typically involves the growth of body hair, development of secondary sexual characteristics like breast development in females and deepening of the voice in males, and the onset of menstruation in females.

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research Environmental Factors and Puberty Timing: Expert Panel Research Needs

284 citations , February 2008 in “Pediatrics”

This review discusses the potential impact of endocrine-disrupting chemicals and body size on pubertal onset and progression, highlighting critical gaps and priorities for future research without presenting new clinical results.

research Puberty in Boys: Correlation of Plasma Levels of Gonadotropins (LH, FSH), Androgens (Testosterone, Androstenedione, Dehydroepiandrosterone and Its Sulfate), Estrogens (Estrone and Estradiol) and Progestins (Progesterone and 17-Hydroxyprogesterone)

96 citations , September 1975 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism”

In this study, significant elevations of DHA and testosterone were associated with pubic hair development and voice changes in boys during puberty.

research ADRENOCORTICAL FUNCTION IN PUBERTY Serum ACTH, Cortisol and Dehydroepiandrosterone in Girls and Boys

95 citations , September 1979 in “Acta Paediatrica”

This study found that serum DHEA levels increase earlier and are higher in girls compared to boys through various stages of puberty, reflecting their earlier pubertal development.

research Pubertal Development

40 citations , July 2016 in “Pediatrics in review”

This article reviews puberty's onset, development, and the factors affecting it, including nutrition, obesity, and gender dysphoria, and reports no new clinical results.

research Early lead exposure and pubertal development in a Mexico City population

29 citations , February 2019 in “Environment international”

This study found that higher prenatal and early childhood lead exposure may be associated with delayed pubertal development in girls, but not in boys, in Mexico City.

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community I've gynɘcomastia since from puberty. Is it make worse for me to take finasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 2 upvotes 6 months ago

A 23-year-old is considering finasteride for hair loss but is concerned about worsening pre-existing mild gynecomastia. They plan to start with a low dose and monitor symptoms, seeking advice from others with similar experiences.

community Why do we have head hair in first place if we evolved to start losing it in some cases as soon as puberty hits

140 upvotes 11 months ago

Hair loss is influenced by genetics and sensitivity to hormones like DHT. Treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride are commonly used, and baldness persists as it doesn't affect reproductive success.

community How can I tell when I’m old enough to take Finasteride?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 2 upvotes 1 year ago

An 18-year-old is experiencing significant hair loss and is considering starting finasteride treatment but is concerned about its effects on puberty and development. They previously tried finasteride but stopped due to side effects and are seeking advice on when it's safe to resume.

community 17M VELLUS HAIRS IS THIS REGROWTH

in Progress Pictures 5 upvotes 1 month ago

A 17-year-old male using Minoxidil and Finasteride for hair regrowth sees vellus hairs and plans to start oral treatments at 18. Concerns about using Finasteride during puberty are discussed, with suggestions to wait until fully matured.

community Any finasteride users who maintained their hair for over 15 years?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 35 upvotes 5 months ago

Many users have maintained their hair using finasteride, with some also using minoxidil or dutasteride, reporting minimal side effects. Opinions vary on the necessity of DHT, with some users arguing its importance beyond puberty, while others believe it is unnecessary and that finasteride and dutasteride are safe and effective for hair maintenance.

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