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research Sex hormone-binding globulin and saliva testosterone levels in men with androgenetic alopecia

29 citations , September 1983 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

This study found that men with androgenetic alopecia had significantly lower levels of sex hormone binding globulin and higher salivary testosterone compared to controls, while plasma testosterone levels did not differ.

research The injectable contraceptives depot medroxyprogesterone acetate and norethisterone enanthate substantially and differentially decrease testosterone and sex hormone binding globulin levels: A secondary study from the WHICH randomized clinical trial

4 citations , August 2024 in “PLoS ONE”

In this study, researchers reported that both progestin-only injectable contraceptives, DMPA-IM and NET-EN, significantly decreased serum testosterone and SHBG levels among HIV-negative women in South Africa, yet this did not explain prior findings of no reduction in risky sexual behavior or sexual function.

research Testosterone, sex hormone-binding globulin and dehydroepiandrosterone levels and cervical length of Egyptian women with a history of recurrent miscarriages, polycystic ovary syndrome and without the conditions at three stages of pregnancy

1 citations , January 2023 in “Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology”

This study found that pregnant Egyptian women with PCOS and recurrent miscarriages showed elevated DHEA levels and shortened cervical length, which may negatively impact pregnancy outcomes.

Effects of Depot Medroxyprogesterone Acetate, the Copper IUD, and the Levonorgestrel Implant on Testosterone, Sex Hormone Binding Globulin, and Free Testosterone Levels: Ancillary Study of the ECHO Randomized Clinical Trial

research Effects of depot medroxyprogesterone acetate, the copper IUD and the levonorgestrel implant on testosterone, sex hormone binding globulin and free testosterone levels: ancillary study of the ECHO randomized clinical trial

March 2024 in “BMC women's health”

This study found that free testosterone levels were 29% higher with the levonorgestrel implant than with the DMPA injection, which may impact sexual function, mood, and side effects like acne.

research Serum testosterone and sex hormone binding globulin levels in women with androgenetic alopecia.

November 1986 in “PubMed”

In this study, women with male pattern alopecia had significantly lower serum sex hormone binding globulin levels compared to healthy controls, while testosterone levels remained similar.

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community Does finasteride decrease free testosterone?

in Research/Science 186 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride may decrease free testosterone by increasing SHBG, potentially causing side effects like reduced libido and hormonal changes. Some find it effective for hair loss, while others experience negative effects.

community Thoughts on Pre-Finasteride Bloodwork? Normal/high Total and Free Testosterone, Low DHEA-S?

5 upvotes 4 years ago

A 23-year-old male is considering starting Finasteride for hair loss after experiencing persistent shedding and hairline recession, with bloodwork showing normal testosterone levels but low DHEA-S and Vitamin D. He plans to discuss DHEA supplementation with his doctor and has already started Vitamin D supplementation.

community Vitamins Deficiency and blood works result

in Treatment 2 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about a user planning to start minoxidil treatment and considering increasing zinc intake to improve testosterone and libido. They are concerned about potential hair loss due to increased testosterone and are advised to consider magnesium supplementation and the effects of DHT if not on finasteride or dutasteride.

community Increased adipose tissue (being overweight) in males may increase likelyhood of finasterde side effects

in Research/Science 29 upvotes 2 years ago

Being overweight may increase finasteride side effects due to higher aromatase activity converting testosterone to estradiol. Maintaining a healthy weight could reduce these side effects.

community Interesting new publication suggesting that MPB should be assessed as a early warning sign for type-2 diabetes.

15 upvotes 8 years ago

Male pattern baldness (MPB) may be an early warning sign for type 2 diabetes due to its association with insulin resistance. Treatments discussed include testosterone therapy and finasteride, which affects hormone levels related to hair loss and insulin sensitivity.

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learn Cyproterone

a synthetic anti-androgen and weak progestogen that inhibits DHT binding to androgen receptor

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