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research Sex differences in the hypothalamic–pituitary–adrenal axis’ response to stress: an important role for gonadal hormones

197 citations , January 2019 in “Neuropsychopharmacology”

Male and female bodies respond differently to stress, influenced by hormones and development stages, with implications for stress-related diseases.

research Gender Differences in Mouse Skin Morphology and Specific Effects of Sex Steroids and Dehydroepiandrosterone

168 citations , January 2005 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

Male and female mice have different skin thickness, and hormones affect their skin and hair growth differently.

research Sex differences in COVID-19: the role of androgens in disease severity and progression

121 citations , November 2020 in “Endocrine”

Male hormones like testosterone may make COVID-19 worse, and testing for sensitivity to these hormones could help predict how severe a patient's symptoms might be. Treatments that reduce these hormones are being explored.

research Sex differences in SARS-CoV-2 infection rates and the potential link to prostate cancer

113 citations , July 2020 in “Communications biology”

Men, especially older ones with health issues like prostate cancer, may have worse COVID-19 outcomes and could benefit from therapies targeting male hormones.

research Sex differences in arterial hypertension

47 citations , September 2022 in “European Heart Journal”

Women may need different blood pressure guidelines than men for heart disease prevention.

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community 0.25mg Fin every day, 2 months status report

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 10 upvotes 4 years ago

A user reported increased shedding and some side effects like ball ache and potential watery semen after taking 0.25mg of finasteride daily for two months, but noted a high sex drive and considered the shedding a possible sign of new hair growth. Other users discussed dosage differences, with some suggesting starting with a smaller dose and monitoring effects, while others shared their experiences with no shedding or hair growth yet.

community Fix/min after 9 months - can you spot the difference?

in Is this regrowth? 141 upvotes 6 months ago

The user experienced significant hair regrowth after using minoxidil for 9 months and finasteride for 3 months, with plans to continue treatment and possibly get a hair transplant. Some users suggested adding microneedling and other treatments, while others discussed potential side effects of finasteride.

community One month difference between pictures

in Progress Pictures 330 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and biotin for hair loss, with positive results after two months. They have also improved their diet and exercise routine, and report no side effects from the medication.

community 2 months of difference with estradiol and spiro (4 months total w/ estradiol & spiro; 4 years of minoxidil and finasteride) (you should not take estradiol or spiro if you look manly and want to continue looking manly)

in Transgender 120 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair regrowth using estradiol, spironolactone, minoxidil, and finasteride, showing significant improvement over four years. HRT is not advised for cis men solely for hair loss due to feminizing effects.

community Have you noticed any difference in mood or energy since being on fin/dut?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 25 upvotes 3 years ago

Users discuss effects of Finasteride/Dutasteride on mood and energy. Some experience depression, focus issues, and libido changes.

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