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GlossaryGrowth Hormone

peptide hormone from the pituitary gland that stimulates growth

Growth Hormone (GH), also known as Human Growth Hormone (HGH) or somatotropin, is a peptide hormone produced by the pituitary gland. It plays a crucial role in growth, cell repair, and metabolism by stimulating the liver to produce another hormone called insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1), which promotes the growth of bones and tissues. GH is also involved in regulating body composition, muscle and bone growth, and overall physical performance.

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research Growth hormone substitution in adult growth hormone‐deficient men augments androgen effects on the skin

55 citations , July 1997 in “Clinical Endocrinology”

Growth hormone therapy boosts androgen effects on skin in men.

research Netherton Syndrome Associated with Growth Hormone Deficiency

21 citations , September 2013 in “Pediatric Dermatology”

Growth hormone therapy can improve growth in Netherton syndrome patients with growth hormone deficiency.

research Growth hormone-responsive alopecia in dogs

21 citations , May 2005 in “Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association”

The exact cause of growth hormone-responsive alopecia in dogs is unclear.

research Growth Hormone and the Human Hair Follicle

14 citations , December 2021 in “International journal of molecular sciences”

Growth hormone levels affect hair growth and loss, with too much causing excess hair and too little leading to hair loss.

research Acromegaloidism with normal growth hormone secretion associated with X-Tetrasomy

13 citations , June 2006 in “Pituitary”

A woman with acromegaloidism and normal growth hormone levels had a rare X-Tetrasomy, suggesting a need to study X-chromosome genes for their role in growth and facial development.

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community Why does the same hormone grow your beard and destroy your hairline?

in Research/Science 42 upvotes 3 months ago

DHT promotes beard growth but causes scalp hair loss due to inflammation and fibrosis. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil help with hormonal signals and blood flow but don't address underlying inflammation.

community Hair re-growth in anorexia recovery

in Female 11 upvotes 1 year ago

Adequate nourishment and hormone replenishment helped with hair regrowth. Vegamour and Novo blends hair vitamins were also used but likely not effective alone.

community Gains or growth? Three months in

in Is this regrowth? 146 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is using topical minoxidil twice daily for hair regrowth and is hesitant to use finasteride due to concerns about hormonal effects. The conversation includes mixed opinions on the effectiveness of the treatment and suggestions to use a DHT blocker for better results.

community Topical Pyrilutamide - Hormone Panel

in Treatment 2 upvotes 2 years ago

The user used 0.5 mL of 0.5 mg of Pyrilutamide for 60 days for hair loss, but didn't notice any hair growth. They shared their hormone panel results and are seeking advice on next steps.

community Minoxidil: How It Changes the Scalp Hormone Environment

in Research/Science 80 upvotes 5 months 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.

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