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powerful topical and oral anti-androgen used mostly by women
learn Estradiol
an estrogen promoting hair regrowth more commonly used in women
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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss
learn Bicalutamide
a nonsteroidal anti-androgen, most commonly used orally for women
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Postmenopausal hormone replacement therapy and changes in skin connective tissue
Hormone replacement therapy improves skin health and reduces aging signs in postmenopausal women.
research Postmenopausal frontal fibrosing alopecia. Scarring alopecia in a pattern distribution
Postmenopausal frontal fibrosing alopecia may be a unique condition linked to postmenopausal changes.
research Postmenopausal Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia
Postmenopausal frontal fibrosing alopecia may be a unique condition linked to postmenopausal changes.
research Physiological changes in scalp, facial and body hair after the menopause: a cross-sectional population-based study of subjective changes
After menopause, some women lose scalp hair and gain facial hair, with patterns suggesting different underlying causes.
research Cutaneous changes in menopausal women: A cross-sectional study from a tertiary care center in south India
Most postmenopausal women experience skin and hair issues, so regular check-ups are important.
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5 / 38 resultscommunity DHT and 5AR respect post, it's importance within the brain
The conversation discusses whether to use finasteride for hair loss, considering its role in inhibiting DHT and 5AR, which can affect brain function and mood. Some users report anxiety and depression from finasteride, while others do not experience these side effects and emphasize the importance of DHT for brain and prostate health.
community 5 alpha reductase type 1 is in brain tissue producing the main endogenous gabaergic allopregnanolone, not 2. How can finasteride as a 5ar2 lower that?
Finasteride and dutasteride are discussed for hair loss, with concerns about their effects on neurosteroids and potential side effects like depression. Alternatives like topical estrogen and lifestyle changes are considered, with varying opinions on mental health and hair regrowth.
community Summaries of Finasteride Studies
Finasteride is effective in promoting hair growth and reversing hair miniaturization in men with androgenetic alopecia, with improvements seen in various studies over different durations. Some users report initial side effects like ball ache, which often resolve as the body adjusts.
community Using Maneup Instead of Minoxidil
A 51-year-old woman switched from Minoxidil to Maneup, a copper peptide treatment, experiencing initial hair loss but later regrowth with different hair texture. Users debated Maneup's effectiveness, with some considering it alongside finasteride.
community 2 months minoxidill progress and my pyschology went better than my hair
A user shared a 2-month progress picture showing improvement in hair loss using minoxidil, a derma roller, ketoconazole shampoo, and oils. They also discussed the psychological aspect of believing in the treatment's effectiveness and mentioned not using finasteride.