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The Paradox of DHT in Hair Growth and Loss
20:51 - 29:36 (08:44)
Despite being crucial for the development of pubic and armpit hair during puberty, dihydrotestosterone (DHT) accumulation in the scalp can lead to hair loss later in life. This paradox highlights the complex role of hormones in hair growth and maintenance.
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Male pattern baldness, known as androgenetic alopecia and female pattern baldness affects 40% of women, but is not discussed as much as male baldness.
20:51 - 21:57 (01:06)
Summary
Male pattern baldness, known as androgenetic alopecia and female pattern baldness affects 40% of women, but is not discussed as much as male baldness. It is caused by male sex hormones.
ChapterThe Paradox of DHT in Hair Growth and Loss
EpisodeHair Loss: The Pits
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) is a hormone that is responsible for pubic and armpit hair growth, yet later in life, it accumulates in the scalp causing hair loss.
21:57 - 25:21 (03:24)
Summary
Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) is a hormone that is responsible for pubic and armpit hair growth, yet later in life, it accumulates in the scalp causing hair loss. This paradoxical effect is due to the sensitivity of hair follicles in the scalp to DHT.
ChapterThe Paradox of DHT in Hair Growth and Loss
EpisodeHair Loss: The Pits
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Testosterone in contact with five alpha reductase in muscles leads to hair follicles producing weaker and thinner hair, and eventually stopping hair growth entirely.
25:21 - 28:02 (02:40)
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Testosterone in contact with five alpha reductase in muscles leads to hair follicles producing weaker and thinner hair, and eventually stopping hair growth entirely. At-home perms, predominant in the past, also come to mind when thinking of hair treatment at home.
ChapterThe Paradox of DHT in Hair Growth and Loss
EpisodeHair Loss: The Pits
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The Hamilton Norwood Scale is a system for identifying stages of pattern baldness that was first identified by James Hamilton.
28:02 - 29:36 (01:33)
Summary
The Hamilton Norwood Scale is a system for identifying stages of pattern baldness that was first identified by James Hamilton. It is a commonly used scale in the hair loss industry.