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      research Thyroid hormone action on skin

      44 citations , July 2011 in “Dermato-endocrinology”
      This article reviews the skin condition myxedema associated with hypothyroidism, highlighting its characteristic non-pitting, glycosaminoglycan-rich nature, and reports no new results.

      research Scanning electron microscopic features of the ovine interdigital sinus

      18 citations , November 2007 in “Acta Veterinaria Hungarica”
      This article describes the structure of ovine interdigital sinuses using scanning electron microscopy, highlighting features such as dense secretory material, hair presence, and classical apocrine secretion characteristics.

      research Book Reviews

      March 2010 in “Gynecologic and Obstetric Investigation”
      This review discusses various aspects of hirsutism in women, including causes, hormonal influences, and treatment approaches, but reports no new findings.

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      community Androgenetic alopecia is a skin disease: DHT-mediated skin disorders

       63 upvotes 2 years ago
      Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) impacts various skin conditions, including Androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, by causing overactivity in sebaceous glands. Topical medications Tacrolimus and Clobetasol can reduce these inflammatory conditions, and treatments like RU58841, Minoxidil, and Finasteride may also be beneficial.

      community The 'DHT itch' is real - notes from a casual bodybuilder

      in Chat  115 upvotes 2 years ago
      The "DHT itch" is real and likely due to inflammation at the hair follicle, exacerbated by increased testosterone or androgens. Treatments mentioned include dutasteride, minoxidil, finasteride, and various topical solutions.

      community FYI you can't donate blood when on fin/dut

       266 upvotes 1 year ago
      People on finasteride or dutasteride cannot donate blood due to the risk of birth defects if the blood is given to a pregnant woman. It's advised to stop finasteride for a month and dutasteride for six months before donating.

      community Life with hair is so different. Save your hair!

      in Update  625 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair restoration treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and hair transplants can greatly enhance self-image and dating life. Opinions differ on whether to embrace baldness or pursue treatments for maintaining hair.