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GlossaryAdrenocorticotropic Hormone (Corticotropin)

hormone stimulating adrenal glands to release cortisol

Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH), also known as corticotropin, is a hormone produced by the pituitary gland that stimulates the adrenal glands to release cortisol, a crucial stress hormone. This hormone plays a key role in regulating metabolism, immune response, and stress, and its imbalance can lead to conditions such as Cushing's disease or Addison's disease.

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Adrenal 21-Hydroxylase Gene Mutations in Slovenian Hyperandrogenic Women: Evaluation of Corticotrophin Stimulation and HLA Polymorphisms in Screening for Carrier Status

research Adrenal 21-Hydroxylase Gene Mutations in Slovenian Hyperandrogenic Women: Evaluation of Corticotrophin Stimulation and HLA Polymorphisms in Screening for Carrier Status

19 citations , August 1999 in “European journal of endocrinology”

The study concluded that testing hormone levels after stimulation is not reliable for identifying carriers of 21-hydroxylase deficiency; genetic testing is necessary.

research Hormonal Control of Pelage Cycles in the Mink

31 citations , November 1965 in “Journal of Mammalogy”

The pituitary gland is crucial for normal mink fur cycles.

research Testosterone's Regulation of the HPA Axis Differs for Adolescent and Adult Male Rats

August 2018 in “Brock University Digital Repository (Brock University)”

Adolescent male rats release more stress hormones than adults, and testosterone affects them differently.

research Hormonal Acne: Leading to a Paradigm Shift in the Management of Acne

June 2013 in “Expert Review of Dermatology”

The article concludes that hormonal therapy is an effective long-term acne treatment, even for those without hormonal imbalances.

research Hair Melanocytes as Neuro-Endocrine Sensors—Pigments for Our Imagination

43 citations , October 2005 in “Molecular and cellular endocrinology”

Hair melanocytes help the skin respond to stress and regulate hair pigmentation.

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community Result of my cortisol, prolactin, testosterone, ACTH blood test,

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OP is using 5% minoxidil and a foligain supplement for hair loss, with blood test results showing high cortisol levels. OP is considering starting finasteride, while another user shares their experience with finasteride and hair loss challenges due to malabsorption issues.

community How does hair loss and recovery work?

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Hair loss varies due to genetic sensitivity to DHT and other factors. Treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and microneedling.