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research Changes in the level of sex hormones with aging and their influence on the voice

January 2023 in “Zdravstvena zaštita”

This review evaluates current research on how hormonal changes due to aging impact voice quality, concluding the vocal cords are sensitive to hormonal fluctuations throughout life but reports no new clinical results.

research Changes of sex hormone levels in male acne patients with normal serum testosterone and effect of antiandrogen therapy

January 2009 in “Academic Journal of Second Military Medical University”

In this study, adolescent male acne patients with normal serum testosterone showed improved outcomes with finasteride plus lifestyle intervention, significantly reducing DHT and free testosterone levels and improving SHBG levels, with minimal adverse effects.

research Circulating sex hormone binding globulin levels are modified with intensive lifestyle intervention, but their changes did not independently predict diabetes risk in the Diabetes Prevention Program

13 citations , December 2020 in “BMJ Open Diabetes Research & Care”

This study found that while intensive lifestyle interventions were associated with favorable changes in SHBG levels due to reduced adiposity, these changes did not consistently predict diabetes risk reduction.

research Lack of Significant Association between Sex Hormone Concentrations and Atopic Dermatitis in Adolescents and Adults in Two Population-Based Studies

2 citations , July 2021 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

This study concluded that there was no consistent association between endogenous sex hormone levels and atopic dermatitis in the populations studied.

research Scalp hair parameter changes in transgender individuals commencing gender-affirming hormone therapy: A 24-week prospective observational study

3 citations , February 2025 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

This study highlights how sex steroids affect hair growth, reporting that testosterone used in masculinizing hormone therapy can lead to androgenetic alopecia in transgender individuals, while feminizing hormone therapy with estradiol and antiandrogens can reduce hirsutism.

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community Topical finasteride has affected my hormones

25 upvotes 2 years ago

A 21-year-old experienced hormone changes after using self-made topical finasteride for hair loss, including a 20% decrease in DHT, a 47% increase in testosterone, and a 39% increase in estradiol. The user previously used minoxidil and microneedling but is now seeking ways to balance hormones, possibly through supplements or dosage adjustments.

community Dutasteride Hormone Roller Coaster - Testosterone down, then up, then level, then estrogen up

4 upvotes 3 years ago

Dutasteride effectively stops hair loss but can cause side effects like sexual dysfunction, muscle mass changes, and testicle shrinkage. Adjusting the dosage may help manage these side effects, but long-term health effects remain a concern.

community Hormone tests to decide on oral fin

4 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses starting low-dose oral finasteride for hair loss, considering hormone levels and potential side effects like gynecomastia. Suggestions include using DIM for estradiol, vitamin B6 for prolactin, and lifestyle changes to optimize hormone profiles before starting treatment.

community Been off Finasteride for two months, it definitely impacts sex drive.

33 upvotes 6 years ago

Stopping finasteride increased sex drive for some, while others had no change or different side effects. Despite concerns, many continue using finasteride for its effectiveness in preventing hair loss.

community What happens to the excess testosterone after using dut?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 23 upvotes 1 year ago

Using dutasteride or finasteride can increase free testosterone, which may convert to estradiol, potentially causing side effects like increased estrogen levels. Individual responses vary, and some users report changes in cholesterol, hair texture, and side effects like gyno or increased sex drive.

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