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    GlossarySteroid Hormones (steroid)

    regulate various body functions by interacting with cell receptors

    Steroid hormones are a class of hormones that are derived from cholesterol and include substances like cortisol, estrogen, and testosterone. They play crucial roles in regulating a variety of physiological processes, such as metabolism, immune response, and reproductive functions. These hormones can pass through cell membranes and bind to specific receptors inside cells, influencing gene expression and cellular activity.

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      community Steroid injections helped my hair loss but I have AGA?

      in Female  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A woman with AGA and CTE has been taking multiple hair loss treatments including spironolactone, dutasteride, finasteride, bicalutamide, birth control, and minoxidil without success. Steroid injections, however, dramatically and immediately stopped her hair loss, though the effect lasts less than a month.

      community I always hear the advice to reduce scalp inflammation. What are some non-steroidal ways to reduce inflammation?

      in Treatment  13 upvotes 3 months ago
      Non-steroidal ways to reduce scalp inflammation include using topical melatonin, urea shampoo, Zyrtec, turmeric with black pepper, omega-3 supplements, a self-made topical solution with cetirizine, melatonin, and piroctone olamine, ketoconazole shampoo, witch hazel shampoo, tacrolimus, and lifestyle changes like a healthy diet and regular exercise. Some users also mentioned unconventional methods like infrared light therapy and a carnivore diet.

      community Dutasteride vs Finasteride and Steroid

      in Progress Pictures  87 upvotes 5 days ago
      Dutasteride is preferred over finasteride for hair loss due to fewer side effects. Combining dutasteride with minoxidil and RU58841 is effective for hair regrowth, even during steroid use.

      community Ru-58841 vs KX-826/pyrilutamide while on steroids

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user increased their steroid dosage and noticed hair shedding, so they adjusted their regimen by reducing steroid doses and adding oral dutasteride. They are also experimenting with combining RU-58841 and KX-826/pyrilutamide in minoxidil to address hair loss.

      community My hair after 3 steroid cycles

      in Progress Pictures  27 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their hair progress after three steroid cycles, using 5% minoxidil and 100mg RU58841 daily. They are considering a hair transplant due to paranoia about shedding.