71 citations
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August 2019 in “The journal of sexual medicine”
Testosteronetreatment effectively causes male physical development in transgender male adolescents but may lead to side effects like acne, higher BMI and blood pressure, lower good cholesterol, and decreased bone density.
8 citations
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February 2009 in “Current Women's Health Reviews”
Testosteronetreatment can improve sexual function and bone density in women but may have adverse effects and requires more research on safety and guidelines.
The post and conversation are about the user's high testosterone levels and their worsening hair loss despite trying various treatments. They are considering using low doses of anti-androgens to lower their testosterone levels as a potential solution.
Taking testosterone may still lead to hair loss even with dutasteride and minoxidil. Results can vary, and some may not see hair growth despite using these treatments.
A woman experiencing hair loss due to high testosterone and low vitamin D is using treatments like Dutasteride, Rogaine, zinc, ketoconazole shampoo, dermastamp, iRestore, multivitamins, scalp massager, and vitamin D. She plans to switch to oral Minoxidil under medical supervision.
The user is experiencing diffuse hair loss due to high testosterone levels and has tried various treatments including finasteride, minoxidil, nanoxidil, keto/caffeine shampoo, dermarolling, and RU-58841 with limited success. They are seeking advice on safely lowering testosterone levels to manage hair loss.
A 24-year-old with a history of hair loss, low testosterone, and other health issues is seeking advice on treatments. They are considering options like topical and oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, PRP therapy, tretinoin, and microneedling.