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April 2007 in “Journal of pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition”
A teenage girl with high androgenlevels and PCOS developed a rare liver tumor, suggesting a possible link between high androgens and the tumor's growth.
Controlling insulin levels through intermittent fasting and a low glycemic diet may improve hair quality by reducing androgens. It's important to maintain proper nutrition, including electrolytes and protein, during fasting.
The conversation discusses using P5P (Vitamin B6) supplements to reduce elevated Prolactin levels and concerns about its potential effect on increasing DHT levels. The user is not currently using finasteride or any anti-androgens.
Gut microbiota significantly influences androgen metabolism, impacting hair loss treatments like finasteride. Probiotics, dietary changes, and fecal microbiota transplants may help manage DHT levels and improve hair health.
Creatine supplementation may increase DHT levels, potentially affecting hair loss. A study is examining this effect, with participants taking 5 grams of creatine daily for six months.
A 20-year-old male currently using topical minoxidil 5% is considering starting finasteride 1mg due to elevated hormone levels. He seeks advice on whether to adjust anything before beginning finasteride.