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research Machine learning-based steroid metabolome analysis reveals three distinct subtypes of polycystic ovary syndrome and implicates 11-oxygenated androgens as major drivers of metabolic risk

3 citations , May 2023 in “Endocrine Abstracts”

PCOS has three subtypes, with 11-oxygenated androgens increasing metabolic risk.

research Androgen excess: a hallmark of polycystic ovary syndrome

December 2023 in “Frontiers in endocrinology”

Excess androgens may cause PCOS, not just be a symptom.

research Treatment of androgen excess in females: Yesterday, today and tomorrow

9 citations , January 1997 in “Gynecological Endocrinology”

The document concludes that treating androgen excess needs patience, managing expectations is important, and many drugs used are not officially approved, suggesting cosmetic options for mild cases.

Unraveling the Link Between Insulin Resistance and Androgen Excess

research Unravelling the link between insulin resistance and androgen excess

December 2015 in “University of Birmingham Institutional Research Archive (University of Birmingham)”

AKR1C3 could be a treatment target for metabolic issues in PCOS.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Other Androgen Excess-Related Conditions: Can Changes in Dietary Intake Make a Difference?

research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and Other Androgen Excess–Related Conditions: Can Changes in Dietary Intake Make a Difference?

48 citations , February 2008 in “Nutrition in Clinical Practice”

Dietary changes, including weight loss and a balanced diet, are important for managing PCOS, especially in overweight women.

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community How I recovered from 4+ years of severe balding ages 20-24 by dieting, lifestyle changes and ONLY using topical minoxidil

in Progress Pictures 473 upvotes 1 year ago

A user reversed severe hair loss with dieting, lifestyle changes, and topical minoxidil, highlighting reduced inflammation and body fat. The conversation debates finasteride's effectiveness and the impact of diet and lifestyle on hair health.

community High estradiol from finasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 4 upvotes 4 years ago

community Adrogens and Covid-19

in Treatment 6 upvotes 5 years ago

The possible increased risk of severe Covid-19 cases in men due to higher androgen levels, and how taking medications such as finasteride, dutasteride, spironolactone, enzalutamide, or canabidiol might help mitigate the severity of the disease.

community Finasteride with high estradiol levels

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 6 upvotes 2 years ago

A 22-year-old with high estradiol levels is considering starting finasteride for hair loss. They have an upcoming endocrinologist appointment to discuss whether they should proceed with the treatment.

community AA and Hirsutism but T levels are normal

in Female 6 upvotes 5 years ago

27-year-old female experiences aggressive hair thinning and hirsutism despite normal testosterone levels. Spironolactone and 2% minoxidil were ineffective; high DHEA sulfate levels may be the cause.

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