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GlossaryAndrogen-Dependent

biological process influenced by male sex hormones

Androgen-dependent refers to biological processes or conditions that are influenced or regulated by androgens, which are male sex hormones like testosterone. For example, androgen-dependent hair loss, also known as androgenetic alopecia, occurs when hair follicles shrink due to the effects of these hormones, leading to thinning hair or baldness. This term is crucial in understanding conditions that are influenced by hormonal changes, particularly in the context of hair growth and loss.

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research Rooster feathering, androgenic alopecia, and hormone-dependent tumor growth: What is in common?

23 citations , December 2004 in “Differentiation”

Sex hormones affect hair and feather growth and may help manage alopecia and hormone-dependent cancers.

research The Androgen Receptor Antagonizes Wnt/β-Catenin Signaling in Epidermal Stem Cells

46 citations , June 2015 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

Androgen receptor activity blocks Wnt/β-catenin signaling, affecting hair growth and skin cell balance.

research Reply to finasteride and dutasteride may reduce melanoma risk

1 citations , June 2015 in “Cancer”

Finasteride and dutasteride may lower melanoma risk, with teenage acne possibly indicating higher risk.

research Endocrinology Update: Hirsutism.

12 citations , December 2016 in “PubMed”

Hirsutism involves excessive hair growth due to hormonal issues and can be treated with medication or surgery.

research Fifteen-minute consultation: Approach to the adolescent presenting with hirsutism

January 2023 in “Archives of Disease in Childhood Education & Practice”

Hirsutism in teens is often due to polycystic ovarian syndrome and needs careful assessment and support.

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community Testosterone is 1600, would taking low dose anti-androgens be a viable treatment option for people who’s T spikes on DHT-blockers?

in Treatment 44 upvotes 2 years ago

The post and conversation are about the user's high testosterone levels and their worsening hair loss despite trying various treatments. They are considering using low doses of anti-androgens to lower their testosterone levels as a potential solution.

community My Theory Regarding a Cause and Cure for Androgenetic Alopecia

in Treatment 98 upvotes 6 years ago

Hair loss theory suggests imbalance between Vitamin D Receptor (VDR) and Androgen Receptor (AR) activation. Proposed treatment includes upregulating VDR, downregulating AR, and improving mitochondrial health.

community DHT and 5AR respect post, it's importance within the brain

in Research/Science 111 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses whether to use finasteride for hair loss, considering its role in inhibiting DHT and 5AR, which can affect brain function and mood. Some users report anxiety and depression from finasteride, while others do not experience these side effects and emphasize the importance of DHT for brain and prostate health.

community Rosemary oil, peppermint oil, mucuna pruriens - two weeks in

in Treatment 83 upvotes 3 years ago

A user who is trying alternative treatments, such as mucuna pruriens dissolved in water/alcohol and a blend of jojoba oil, rosemary oil, and peppermint oil, for hair loss. Other users have shared anecdotal evidence, discussed the potential effectiveness of certain treatments, and questioned the time sensitivity of experimenting with new treatments.

community How far are we from a treatment better than finasteride?

in Treatment 129 upvotes 1 year ago

Dutasteride is more effective than finasteride for hair loss as it blocks more of the enzyme causing hair loss. New treatments like stem cell therapies and alternatives to minoxidil are being explored, but major advancements are still years away.

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