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GlossaryReproductive Age

period when individuals can biologically conceive and bear children

Reproductive Age, also known as Childbearing Age or Fertile Age, refers to the period in an individual's life when they are biologically capable of conceiving and bearing children. For women, this typically ranges from the onset of menstruation (menarche) in the early teens to the cessation of menstrual cycles (menopause) in the late 40s to early 50s. For men, it generally spans from puberty throughout most of their adult life, although fertility can decline with age.

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Effects of Maintaining Solstice Light and Temperature on Reproductive Activity, Coat Growth, Plasma Prolactin, and Melatonin in Goats

research Effects of maintaining solstice light and temperature on reproductive activity, coat growth, plasma prolactin and melatonin in goats

47 citations , May 1999 in “Reproduction”

Goat reproductive activity and coat growth are affected by light and temperature, with temperature altering prolactin levels and hair growth, but not melatonin or estrus onset.

research Identification of Anabolic Selective Androgen Receptor Modulators with Reduced Activities in Reproductive Tissues and Sebaceous Glands

36 citations , October 2009 in “Journal of biological chemistry/The Journal of biological chemistry”

Two new compounds were found to build bone and muscle without affecting reproductive organs and skin oil glands.

research SEASONAL DERMATOPATHY AND CONCURRENT REPRODUCTIVE FINDINGS IN CAPTIVE FOSSA (CRYPTOPROCTA FEROX)

4 citations , December 2017 in “Journal of zoo and wildlife medicine”

Hormonal changes during the reproductive cycle may cause seasonal skin problems in captive female fossas.

research Titanium Dioxide Nanoparticles: Effects on Development and Male Reproductive System

7 citations , May 2023 in “Nanomaterials”

Titanium dioxide nanoparticles may harm the male reproductive system.

research How to Evaluate Acne in Reproductive-Age Women: An Epidemiological Study in Chinese Communities

5 citations , February 2019 in “BioMed Research International”

Acne in reproductive-age women may be linked to conditions like PCOS and lifestyle factors, so doctors should check for these when treating acne.

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community Why do we get bald from evolutionary perspective

in Chat 213 upvotes 1 year ago

Baldness is not an evolutionary disadvantage because it occurs after reproductive age. Treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride are used for androgenetic alopecia but don't address the root cause.

community Increased adipose tissue (being overweight) in males may increase likelyhood of finasterde side effects

in Research/Science 29 upvotes 1 year ago

Being overweight may increase finasteride side effects due to higher aromatase activity converting testosterone to estradiol. Maintaining a healthy weight could reduce these side effects.

community Evolution theory: AGA is your body trying to reduce the risk of prostate cancer by exposing your scalp to more UV

in Research/Science 7 months ago

Androgenic alopecia (AGA) might have evolved to reduce prostate cancer risk by increasing UV exposure to the scalp, but this theory is debated. Treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are used for AGA, though the exact causes and evolutionary reasons for hair loss are unclear.

community Topical fin and min and swallowing semen

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 118 upvotes 2 years ago

A user asked if it's safe to swallow semen from a partner using topical finasteride and minoxidil. Responses varied, but most suggested it's likely safe, with minimal risk from small amounts of finasteride in semen.

community NMN Promotes Cell Proliferation and Hair Growth by Reducing Oxidative Stress

in Research/Science 14 upvotes 2 years ago

NMN shows promise in promoting hair growth by reducing oxidative stress and weakening androgens. It may be a beneficial addition to hair loss treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.

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learn Neem Oil

natural substance from Neem tree with medicinal and pesticidal properties

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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss

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