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A Hypothetical Pathogenesis Model for Androgenic Alopecia: Clarifying the Dihydrotestosterone Paradox and Rate-Limiting Recovery Factors

research A Hypothetical Pathogenesis Model for Androgenic Alopecia: Clarifying the Dihydrotestosterone Paradox and Rate-Limiting Recovery Factors

30 citations , December 2017 in “Medical Hypotheses”

The model suggests that scalp tension could lead to hair loss, with factors like blood vessel hardening, enlarged oil glands, and poor microcirculation also playing a role. It also hints at a possible link between skull shape and baldness pattern.

research Male, Female, Other: Transgender and the Impact in Primary Care

10 citations , February 2016 in “The Journal for Nurse Practitioners”

Healthcare providers need better education and resources to give competent and sensitive care to transgender patients.

research Progress on the Road to Better Medical Care for Transgender Patients

66 citations , October 2013 in “Current Opinion in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Obesity”

The conclusion is that published guidelines are improving transgender medical care, but more research and education in transgender medicine are needed.

research Cross-Sex Hormone Therapy for Gender Dysphoria

21 citations , November 2014 in “Journal of Endocrinological Investigation”

Cross-sex hormone therapy is important for managing gender dysphoria and requires careful monitoring and healthcare provider education.

research Dermatologic Care of the Transgender Patient

January 2016 in “Dermatology Online Journal”

Hormonal therapy changes skin and hair in transgender patients, who need better researched dermatologic care.

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community I fought the reaper, and won!!

in Progress Pictures 1027 upvotes 7 months ago

A user shared their successful hair regrowth journey using oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and eucapil, with additional benefits from MTF hormone replacement therapy. They advised consulting specialists and considering individual responses to treatments.

community I don’t understand this, is he equating taking Fin with being on HRT?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 301 upvotes 4 months ago

The conversation is about using finasteride and testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) for hair loss and their role in gender-affirming care. It debates whether these treatments are considered hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and their implications for both cisgender and transgender individuals.

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

in Transgender 6 upvotes 2 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 (MTF 35) Results of 18 Months of HRT

in Transgender 755 upvotes 1 week ago

A transgender woman experienced significant hair regrowth after 18 months of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with estrogen and bicalutamide. The discussion notes HRT's effectiveness for hair regrowth but warns against its use for cisgender men due to feminizing effects.

community Progress: 1 year mtf hrt, 9 months Min/Fin

in Transgender 118 upvotes 1 year ago

The user experienced significant hair regrowth after one year on male-to-female hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and nine months using minoxidil and finasteride. They noted a reduction in body hair and attributed much of the hair regrowth to the addition of minoxidil.

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