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      natural substance from Neem tree with medicinal and pesticidal properties

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      signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss

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      Markers of Peripheral Androgen Action In Vivo and In Vitro

      research Markers of Peripheral Androgen Action In Vivo and In Vitro

      4 citations , October 1988 in “Clinics in Dermatology”
      Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) is crucial for conditions like male-pattern baldness and acne, and measuring a byproduct, androstanediol glucuronide, is a better way to assess DHT's effects than DHT blood levels.
      Female Androgenic Alopecia

      research Female Androgenic Alopecia

      14 citations , September 1986 in “Archives of Dermatology”
      Women with low SHBG levels and a high 3a-diol G to SHBG ratio are likely to experience female pattern baldness, possibly due to a slight excess of androgens affecting sensitive hair bulbs.
      Is Dehydroepiandrosterone a Hormone?

      research Is Dehydroepiandrosterone a Hormone?

      403 citations , November 2005 in “Journal of Endocrinology”
      Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) is a prohormone important for producing sex steroids and has potential health benefits.
      Diagnosis of Hyperandrogenism: Biochemical Criteria

      research Diagnosis of Hyperandrogenism: Biochemical Criteria

      77 citations , June 2006 in “Best Practice & Research Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism”
      The document concludes that accurate measurement of serum androgens is crucial for diagnosing hyperandrogenism.

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      community So we’re just ok with taking a research chemical now?

      in Treatment  178 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses the use of RU58841, a non-FDA approved research chemical for hair loss, with mixed opinions on its safety and effectiveness. Some users are willing to try it as a last resort after other treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride failed, while others express concerns about potential long-term side effects and lack of official research.

      community Haunting study is making me considering cycling fin/dut

      in Research/Science  158 upvotes 5 months ago
      Concerns about the long-term effects of dutasteride and finasteride on fertility, with discussions on cycling these medications to mitigate risks. The conversation highlights skepticism about study methodologies and the importance of weighing treatment risks against potential fertility issues.

      community 4 months progress on topicals and vitamins !

      in Is this regrowth?  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 24-year-old male has been using 0.1% finasteride and 5% minoxidil daily for four months, added dermarolling and topical dutasteride, and sees hair regrowth, improving from a Norwood scale 4a to 3a. He wants to optimize his hair loss treatment routine.

      community Spironolactone topically with a try ?!

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old male is considering using dutasteride and fluridil for hair loss maintenance and is curious about the effectiveness of topical spironolactone, as he cannot take finasteride. He is also planning a hair transplant.

      community Doctor told me not to take fin.

      in Transplants  18 upvotes 5 days ago
      A doctor advised against taking finasteride after a hair transplant, suggesting the patient had reached their final balding pattern, but many users disagreed, recommending medications like minoxidil and finasteride to prevent further hair loss. The consensus was to seek a second opinion, as the advice seemed financially motivated rather than medically sound.