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Treating hair loss with inhibitors of cholesterol synthesis (Propecia, Avodart, Spiro, DHT & hormones ...)

posted by Bryan, 21.05.2008, 12:53

» Androgens are synthesized from cholesterol.
»
» So is it possible to decrease the androgen levels by preventing
» cholesterol synthesis?
»
» There are various inhibitors of cholesterol synthesis like 'Statins'.
» Do they have any role to play in preventing hair loss?

Probably not. I do recall seeing a study in a medical journal a few years ago which tested the effect of a substance which is known to inhibit the conversion of cholesterol into pregnenolone (if I recall correctly). That conversion is the first biochemical step in the process of turning cholesterol into steroid hormones, including androgens. Unfortunately, the experiment had no effect on balding. Again, I hope I'm remembering the details correctly. It was quite a while ago that I read that.

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Complete thread:

• Treating hair loss with inhibitors of cholesterol synthesis - HairSite Admin, 21.05.2008, 05:46
  • Treating hair loss with inhibitors of cholesterol synthesis - Bryan, 21.05.2008, 12:53
    • Treating hair loss with inhibitors of cholesterol synthesis - HairSite Admin, 21.05.2008, 13:21
      • Treating hair loss with inhibitors of cholesterol synthesis - Bryan, 21.05.2008, 13:40
      • Treating hair loss with inhibitors of cholesterol synthesis - haroldo, 26.05.2008, 04:57