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    GlossaryFemale Hormones

    chemical messengers like estrogen and progesterone regulating female reproductive functions

    Female hormones, primarily estrogen and progesterone, are crucial chemical messengers that regulate various functions in the female body, including the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, and secondary sexual characteristics like breast development. These hormones are produced mainly by the ovaries and play a significant role in maintaining reproductive health and overall well-being.

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      a nonsteroidal anti-androgen, most commonly used orally for women

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      community SOS – The cure for women = PREGNANCY

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 month ago
      Pregnancy can temporarily reverse hair loss in women, but attempts to mimic pregnancy hormones with treatments like contraceptive pills, spironolactone, estradiol, progesterone, finasteride, and minoxidil have been ineffective. The discussion highlights the need for research into the hormonal mechanisms of pregnancy that affect hair regrowth.

      community Woman with hairloss, want to hear from other women with same problem

      in Female  4 upvotes 9 years ago
      A woman experiencing hair loss is trying iron, biotin, and B12 supplements, increasing meat intake, and improving hydration to address her condition. Another person suggests checking vitamin D levels, stress, thyroid, and hormones, and recommends seeing a dermatologist for a proper diagnosis.

      community Spironolactone VS dutasteride for female pattern hair loss

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      Spironolactone is more potent and lowers testosterone and DHT, while dutasteride only impacts DHT. For female hair loss, checking hormones and considering treatments like oral minoxidil, spironolactone, or topical minoxidil is recommended.

      community Minoxidil: How It Changes the Scalp Hormone Environment

      in Research/Science  80 upvotes 1 month ago
      Minoxidil increases blood supply to the scalp, strengthening dormant follicles and extending the growth phase, but may increase scalp activity that can be countered with DHT blockers. Women experiencing side effects from finasteride or dutasteride for hair loss might consider alternatives like estrogen, especially if on birth control.

      community Nizoral doesn't seem to be working. Rogaine not suggested by doctor due to cost and poor track record on females. Ideas?

      in Ketoconazole  22 upvotes 7 years ago
      A woman experiencing hair loss and facial hair growth suspects PCOS or androgenic alopecia and is considering treatments like Rogaine, but is concerned about the cost. She has tried various hair care methods and is awaiting a hormone doctor appointment, while others suggest she may have a hormonal imbalance and recommend seeing a gynecologist or trying cheaper versions of Rogaine.