Chapter
Strategies for Dealing with Androgenetic Alopecia in Both Men and Women
54:07 - 1:06:06 (11:59)
The use of injections to decrease the conversion of testosterone to DHT in the scalp is a localized approach to treating male/female pattern baldness while avoiding prostate effects, and taking oral contraceptives can affect the perception of men’s attractiveness in women due to a blunting of hormonal output peaks and valleys.
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Localized injections can decrease the conversion of testosterone to DHT in the scalp, targeting male pattern baldness without affecting other tissues.
54:07 - 58:20 (04:12)
Summary
Localized injections can decrease the conversion of testosterone to DHT in the scalp, targeting male pattern baldness without affecting other tissues. Patients with androgenic alopecia can use strategies to decrease the activity of the androgen receptor and avoid hair loss, without negatively impacting other factors sensitive to DHT.
ChapterStrategies for Dealing with Androgenetic Alopecia in Both Men and Women
EpisodeDr. Kyle Gillett: How to Optimize Your Hormones for Health & Vitality
PodcastHuberman Lab
This podcast episode discusses the symptoms of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) in women, such as androgen excess, acne, hirsutism, and hormonal imbalances, along with discussing the ways to avoid or treat PCOS.
58:20 - 1:03:03 (04:43)
Summary
This podcast episode discusses the symptoms of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) in women, such as androgen excess, acne, hirsutism, and hormonal imbalances, along with discussing the ways to avoid or treat PCOS.
ChapterStrategies for Dealing with Androgenetic Alopecia in Both Men and Women
EpisodeDr. Kyle Gillett: How to Optimize Your Hormones for Health & Vitality
PodcastHuberman Lab
Women taking oral contraceptives show a shift in their perception of attractiveness for other men due to the blunting effect of hormones.
1:03:03 - 1:06:06 (03:03)
Summary
Women taking oral contraceptives show a shift in their perception of attractiveness for other men due to the blunting effect of hormones. Men, on the other hand, still perceive women taking oral contraceptives as attractive but without the usual peak in perceived attractiveness.