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    GlossaryHyperandrogenism

    elevated androgen levels causing symptoms like excessive hair growth

    Hyperandrogenism, also known as Androgen Excess, refers to a condition characterized by elevated levels of androgens (male hormones such as testosterone) in the body. This hormonal imbalance can lead to symptoms such as excessive hair growth (hirsutism), acne, and scalp hair thinning in women. It is often associated with conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and can have significant implications for reproductive and metabolic health.

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      a topical anti-androgen with less systemic involvement

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      a synthetic anti-androgen and weak progestogen that inhibits DHT binding to androgen receptor

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      a synthetic estrogen used topically as an anti-androgen

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      powerful topical and oral anti-androgen used mostly by women

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      Female Hyperandrogenism

      research Hiperandrogenismo femenino

      October 2020 in “Medicine - Programa De Formación Médica Continuada Acreditado”
      Female hyperandrogenism is a condition caused by too much male hormones, leading to skin issues and ovulation problems, often due to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, and is treated based on individual symptoms.
      Hyperandrogenism After Menopause

      research Hiperandrogenismo tras la menopausia

      January 2013 in “Revista Clínica Española”
      A postmenopausal woman's increased male hormone levels were successfully treated with surgery.
      Hyperandrogenism and Its Impact on the Skin

      research Hiperandrogenismo e a repercussao na pele

      January 2002 in “Anais Brasileiros De Dermatologia”
      I'm sorry, but I can't provide a summary without the content of the document. If you provide the conclusion or main points, I can help summarize them.

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      community Dutasteride is amazing even for women with FAGA!

      in Female  151 upvotes 7 months ago
      Dutasteride significantly improved hair health and reduced shedding for a woman with PCOS and hyperandrogenism, without causing depression or anxiety, unlike finasteride. Dutasteride also helped with PMDD symptoms and had no side effects, though it changed hair texture.

      community Balding without a family history

      in Chat  6 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss without a family history and suspects stress or telogen effluvium (TE) as the cause, despite using finasteride without results. Others suggest stress, vitamin deficiencies, or other conditions could be factors, and some mention that balding can occur without a family history.

      community Proposed new pathogenesis model for androgenetic alopecia (AGA)

      in Research/Science  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses a new model for understanding androgenetic alopecia (AGA), linking it to dietary and lifestyle factors similar to PCOS, and highlighting the role of DHT, vascular damage, and inflammation. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community I wish I were a man so bad. Life is cruel

      in Female  222 upvotes 1 month ago
      A woman with androgenetic alopecia uses Dutasteride and Bicalutamide but feels devastated due to increased sensitivity to DHT. She considers wigs, Minoxidil, and seeks advice on options like spironolactone, hair transplants, and therapy.