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a synthetic anti-androgen and weak progestogen that inhibits DHT binding to androgen receptor
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a novel topical treatment that inhibits DHT on androgen receptors
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a potent but unapproved and potentially problematic topical anti-androgen
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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss
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glycoprotein that inhibits TGF-β and promotes hair growth by antagonizing activin
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Dermatological care of gender‐diverse patients in Australia
Australia needs better dermatological guidelines for gender-diverse patients.
research Androgenetic alopecia: An autosomal dominant disorder
Hair loss in androgenetic alopecia is caused by genetic factors and androgen excess, and can be treated with combined therapies.
research COMBINATION OF AN ANTIANDROGEN AND A 5α-REDUCTASE INHIBITOR: A FURTHER STEP TOWARDS TOTAL ANDROGEN BLOCKADE?
Using two drugs together, Flutamide and 4-MA, is more effective for blocking male hormones than using each one alone.
research A Case of Familial Male-limited Precocious Puberty with a Novel Mutation
A boy with a rare form of early puberty caused by a new gene mutation responded well to treatment aimed at reducing testosterone and preserving adult height.
research Hirsutism
Hirsutism is too much hair growth in women like the pattern in men, often caused by high male hormones, and can be treated with hormone control and hair removal methods.
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5 / 522 resultscommunity How is dht not beneficial to you?
DHT is important for sexual function and mood, but finasteride and dutasteride can reduce DHT, causing side effects like reduced libido and erectile dysfunction. These treatments are effective for hair loss, but their impact on DHT leads to debate.
community 2 years of Androgen inhibition.
A 23-year-old has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and spironolactone to combat hair loss and hormonal acne, with mixed results and concerns about side effects. The user is experimenting with spironolactone despite its potential risks, hoping for skin and body hair improvements.
community Is 20 too young for Dut (or fin)?
A 20-year-old is considering starting dutasteride or finasteride for hair loss, with concerns about potential side effects and development. Users shared experiences with both treatments, noting that finasteride is often the first step, while dutasteride may be more effective for some, and emphasized consulting a healthcare provider.
community 17M - beat the norwood reaper in 4 months. Am I a hyper responder? Can I maintain for a year until I can start fin?
A 17-year-old improved his hairline using minoxidil and derma stamping, planning to start finasteride at 18. He received advice on dosing and potential side effects to maintain results.
community Is there any hope for my hairline?
The user experienced reduced hair fall with topical minoxidil and finasteride but no regrowth, and faced hormonal issues with oral finasteride. They are considering a hair transplant and exploring treatments like topical dutasteride, oral minoxidil, microneedling, and hair supplements.