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GlossaryThyroid Hormone Replacement Therapy

supplements thyroid hormones for underactive or removed thyroid glands

Thyroid Hormone Replacement Therapy (THRT) is a medical treatment used to supplement or replace the thyroid hormones in individuals whose thyroid gland is underactive (hypothyroidism) or has been removed. This therapy typically involves the daily administration of synthetic thyroid hormones, such as levothyroxine, to help regulate the body's metabolism, energy levels, and overall hormonal balance.

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research Hormone replacement therapy and the skin

138 citations , May 2000 in “Maturitas”

Estrogen replacement can improve skin health in menopausal women but doesn't reverse sun damage or prevent hair loss.

research Hormone replacement therapy in morphine-induced hypogonadic male chronic pain patients

74 citations , January 2011 in “Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology”

Testosterone therapy can improve hormone levels and quality of life in men with morphine-induced hormone issues.

research Skin climacteric aging and hormone replacement therapy

27 citations , March 2006 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology”

HRT helps improve skin issues caused by menopause.

research The role of androgens in hormone replacement therapy

6 citations , September 2005 in “Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy”

Androgen therapy can help with symptoms like low libido in women, but more research is needed to understand its long-term safety and effects on health.

research Managing Menopausal Skin Changes: A Narrative Review of Skin Quality Changes, Their Aesthetic Impact, and the Actual Role of Hormone Replacement Therapy in Improvement

4 citations , August 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”

Hormone replacement therapy can improve menopausal skin quality, but it's not recommended just for skin due to limited evidence.

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community What factors cause more regrowth for MTF people with hormone replacement therapy?

in Transgender 5 upvotes 3 years ago

Hair regrowth in transfems is more effective due to hormonal changes, specifically estrogen, which keeps hair in growth phase longer. Treatments mentioned include anti-androgens, sex hormones, and DHT blockers like finasteride.

community Taking HRT medication not only cured my thinning hair, it gave me better hair than I ever had before

in Transgender 12 upvotes 8 months ago

Hormone replacement therapy with spironolactone and estradiol significantly improved hair thickness and growth, surpassing previous treatments like dutasteride, finasteride, and minoxidil. The user experienced regrowth in receded areas and a more youthful appearance.

community Nandrolone Replacement Therapy

in Treatment 41 upvotes 3 years ago

A user discusses starting nandrolone replacement therapy to stop hair loss and improve hair health, noting its benefits over finasteride. They report halted hair loss, improved skin, increased muscle, and a calm mood after three weeks.

community DIY Testosterone replacement therapy and fin

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 16 upvotes 2 months ago

An 18-year-old is considering testosterone replacement therapy with finasteride or dutasteride for hair loss but worries about side effects. Users recommend alternatives like minoxidil, RU58841, and consulting a doctor.

community 11 months progress, HRT + Fin + Min

in Progress Pictures 366 upvotes 4 months ago

A transwoman shared her 11-month progress using hormone replacement therapy (HRT), finasteride, and minoxidil, reporting significant hair regrowth and satisfaction with the results. The discussion included various perspectives on HRT, its effects on hair and sexual function, and personal experiences with similar treatments.

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