I have noticed that one of my classmate has a very thick body hair. We’ve got you covered. I'm not quite sure what you're asking. Your DHT increasing and you losing hair is more likely. Peak Testosterone Forum » General Category » Testosterone, Hormones and General Men's Health (Moderators: Cronos, Kierkegaard, Hydranted, euphorixx1, Cataceous) » Do You Think There's a Correlation Between Body Hair and Masculine Attitude? (See What Causes Baldness for more information on this.). Testosterone: The male sex hormone. Lol, amen to that. ._33axOHPa8DzNnTmwzen-wO{font-size:14px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:.5px;line-height:32px;text-transform:uppercase;display:block;padding:0 16px;width:100%} Normal testosterone is associated with a higher Zn level. Back and shoulders are a hell of a lot hairier since using test. Not only are the absolute levels of sex hormones in the blood important but also the sensitivity of the hair follicles to the hormones. How long did it take for you to get the full beard? Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. In the fertile (late follicular) phase of the menstrual cycle, women have been found to have an increased preference for facial masculinity (Frost 1994; Penton-Voak et al. Im hairy and have low t. My friend has high t and not hairy and cant grow a beard, New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast, More posts from the Testosterone community. What has baffled researchers for decades is how can a hormone like androgen cause some hair’s growth to be inhibited in one area of the body, while helping it in others? There is a link but it’s not to do with levels of the hormone. If your genetics call for body hair and you have low T, less hair. Significant negative correlations were evident between total testosterone and Cu level (r = -0.252, P = 0.022), and the Cu/Zn ratio (r = -0.288, P = 0.008). After being on T for 10+ years I am much harrier. 1999; Penton-Voak and Perrett 2000; Johnston et al. There is no concrete correlation between beard and body hair, but on the other side alopecia and high levels of dihydrotestosterone (the active form of testosterone) are indeed correlated. The process that allows a specific gene to be expressed in a certain follicle isn’t yet understood. 2001), vocal masculinity (Puts 2005; Feinberg et al. .s5ap8yh1b4ZfwxvHizW3f{color:var(--newCommunityTheme-metaText);padding-top:5px}.s5ap8yh1b4ZfwxvHizW3f._19JhaP1slDQqu2XgT3vVS0{color:#ea0027} Decreased serum testosterone is significantly associated with a high level of Cu and elevated Cu/Zn ratio in hair tissue. This is why hair transplants work. Normal testosterone is associated with a higher Zn level. of free testosterone (IFT) in, diagnosis of hirsute Egyptian women, and its correlation to hair score as a clinical marker for hirsutism. What’s up with that…. The strands start thinning, while on TRT treatment. Women also have testosterone, but in much smaller amounts. Decreased serum testosterone is significantly associated with a high level of Cu and elevated Cu/Zn ratio in hair tissue. Should you take steroids during puberty, this will also stunt your growth. I don't believe that will be an issue. There’s a definite correlation between men who suffer from hypogonadism (clinically low testosterone) and body hair loss. DHT is five times more potent than testosterone itself and is primarily used by the body in the skin, prostate, and hair follicles. When you get to the threshold of adulthood, you will start experiencing faster growth in body hair from the face, chest, pubic hair, and legs. WHY TESTOSTERONE? What researchers have found is that individual hair follicles have different expression of genes within the follicle. 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I'd hazard a guess that there's a correlation between body hair+facial hair and speed of progression of hair loss due to secondary role or side effect of DHT. 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Testosterone is the most potent androgen, and it does make the man. Does anyone know if there is any correlation between body hair and testosterone levels. The significance of correlation between the grade of increased body hair and the tested variables decreased in the following order: IHA, IFT, DHEA, androstenedione, DHEAS and testosterone. How will groth of hite,body and hair harmones…? « on: January 08, 2018, 12:52:22 am » I’ve read tons of different studies that has found a steep, positive correlation bethween to which extent androgen receptors are stimulated in the body (hair follicles etc.) If the body under-produces testosterone, it can lead to smaller testicles, which in turn can lead to infertility as well as … Each gene expression reacts differently to androgen. They are usually tiny and don’t reside very deep within the skin. Well, Testosterone is the primary male sex hormone and an anabolic steroid. It's responsible for the deep voice, increased muscle mass, and strong bones that characterize the gender, and it also stimulates the production of red blood cells by the bone marrow. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. 3. Terminal hair follicles are created from Vellus hair follicles by androgen. 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The sensivility of the hair follicles to DHT are given by genetics but its known that DHT has the effect to shrink and make the hair thinner and to slow its growth rate, this only applies to head hair though. If you have high 3α-Adiol-G, then you will also have more chest hair. No I’m more so wondering if me having body hair ultimately rules me out as having low T. Can you have body hair and your testosterone levels still be below normal, ._3bX7W3J0lU78fp7cayvNxx{max-width:208px;text-align:center} I have been in the gym for years moving heavy weight and cant seem to put on any serious muscle. 100% genetics. 1). Steroids According to the Mayo Clinic, the hormone testosterone helps to … Once testosterone is made, it begins to circulate around the body looking for receptor sites to attach too. As time goes on, certain Terminal hair follicles (like the ones found on our scalp) can begin to regress back into Vellus follicles. Do you think there’s a correlation bethween body hair and libido? Unfortunately for men, hair loss is much more common in males rather than females. Are you worried you'll grow more hair? For those of you who are worried about the correlation between testosterone and balding, you’ve come to the right place. This production causes the balls to grow, body hair to grow, muscles to become more dense, bones to grow stronger, etc,. Do i need more testosterone? Press J to jump to the feed. Yes, and basing that on transgender female to male testosterone replacement, as well as heterosexual and gay testosterone replacement…hair grows thicker, with an increase in testosterone! What is known is that the programming occurs in the pattern processing during development. The study does not conclude that there is no link beween testosterone and hair … Body hair and aggression scores also were lower (P <0.05) in group II. The correlation analysis was in Scalp and the corresponding body hair samples (leg n = 28, arm n = 20, chest n = 12) were obtained from 60 male subjects from cohort B. Intra-individual steroid levels were compared in scalp and body hair (see Fig. Thanks for share this! Androgen affects many characteristics in our bodies, like the development of the male sex organs, the deepening of the voice during puberty, muscle and bone strength, and hair growth. Testosterone (T) concentrations in saliva and serum were measured in 53 women with various degrees of hirsutism and hyperandrogenism. Always had a hairy chest but can't remember much on my back and shoulders previously. Re: Do You Think There's a Correlation Between Body Hair and Masculine Attitude? I've noticed my chest/belly hair as grown in thicker and darker since started T almost a year ago. The pituitary senses the need for more testosterone and signals the Leydig cells with a hormone known as “luteinizing hormone”. Has Anyone Ever Actually Created a Suitcase Nuke? This is the actual act of ‘puberty’ in men. Testosterone is great! Thinning Body Hair. Low testosterone can cause you to lose some facial hair, pubic hair, and hair on your arms and lower legs. Testosterone increases neurotransmitters, which encourage tissue growth. According to the Mayo Clinic, the hormone testosterone helps to maintain muscle mass. Known as “androgen receptors” (in the case of hair), they reside in an area of your hair follicle called your dermal papilla. The luteinizing hormone, coming from your pituitary gland, increases the rate at which this happens. If you liked this article, you might also like: @Wrong Word: Heh, I can’t tell you how many times I proof read the article and completely forget to look at the title. There are two types of hair follicles within our bodies, Vellus and Terminal. At 13 your Testosterone levels gave you that deeper voice, breakouts, hair on your chest, your first mustache, and a raging sex drive your girlfriend loved. Some other similar studies are linking higher levels of activity to the increased production of testosterone, In Tsimane tribesmen, for example, 1-hour of chopping wood led to a 46% increase 44 . Hey pls am 23 and have been taking testosterone 1500mg weekly for 9 months but yet no beard growth, no single facial hair pls what do i do to grow my beard. … In extreme cases, castration can also be performed. So it does seem testosterone-dependent, it's just that it's not testosterone itself which causes a hairy chest, but one of the metabolic products of testosterone, namely 3α-Adiol-G. My hair on my head is thinning and gotten shorter, but my beard. Hair growth is directly affected by the health of your body's ability to secrete and then deliver hormones to their intended targets. "Is there any hormonal relation between hair growth on body and testosterone of men?" Raising your testosterone levels won’t magically stop balding or cause your hair to grow back. 2 thoughts on “ Does more body hair increase your intelligence? ._1x9diBHPBP-hL1JiwUwJ5J{font-size:14px;font-weight:500;line-height:18px;color:#ff585b;padding-left:3px;padding-right:24px}._2B0OHMLKb9TXNdd9g5Ere-,._1xKxnscCn2PjBiXhorZef4{height:16px;padding-right:4px;vertical-align:top}._1LLqoNXrOsaIkMtOuTBmO5{height:20px;padding-right:8px;vertical-align:bottom}.QB2Yrr8uihZVRhvwrKuMS{height:18px;padding-right:8px;vertical-align:top}._3w_KK8BUvCMkCPWZVsZQn0{font-size:14px;font-weight:500;line-height:18px;color:var(--newCommunityTheme-actionIcon)}._3w_KK8BUvCMkCPWZVsZQn0 ._1LLqoNXrOsaIkMtOuTBmO5,._3w_KK8BUvCMkCPWZVsZQn0 ._2B0OHMLKb9TXNdd9g5Ere-,._3w_KK8BUvCMkCPWZVsZQn0 ._1xKxnscCn2PjBiXhorZef4,._3w_KK8BUvCMkCPWZVsZQn0 .QB2Yrr8uihZVRhvwrKuMS{fill:var(--newCommunityTheme-actionIcon)} Testosterone is a steroid hormone from a group called androgen. However, it isn’t DHT itself that results in hair loss, but DHT sensitivity. I had a full beard and body hair with a total of 100.Had decent facial hair since I was 14 so I'd say its genetic. This too is mediated by testosterone. If you start TRT, you won’t see a change. They include: heart muscle damage, acne, low sperm counts, shrinking of testicles, prostate enlargement, liver disease, high blood pressure, insomnia, and headaches. Before we tackle why, it’s important to understand how testosterone is produced and how hair grows. This is one of the reasons that the idea that testosterone and hair loss are connected first came about. "In general, if the body produces excess testosterone, then one may potentially exhibit more masculine physical traits such as increased facial hair or even a deeper voice." Testosterone is one of many factors involved in the development of muscle bulk and strength. Following puberty, testosterone is still essential to your health. From what I’ve read that’s mostly due to genetics though. Although its use by amateur and professional athletes is illegal in many countries — including the United States — some athletes have used testosterone or anabolic steroids in their desire to boost the intensity or effectiveness of their workouts. am 23 and have been taking testosterone 1500mg weekly for 9 months but yet no beard growth, no single facial hair pls what do i do to grow my beard. 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Salivary testosterone in hirsutism: correlations with serum testosterone and the degree of hair growth. Steroid cocktail anyone! Unfortunately, this correlation isn’t that simple. Sometimes body hair is less noticeable (eg blond or thin), but still excessive. 2004), a… What side affects made you want to have your T tested? Negative Correlation between Negative Symptoms of Schizophrenia and Testosterone Levels ... in group II patients than in group I. Alopecia and High Testosterone. There is a condition called 5-alpha reductase type 2 deficiency (i.e. Well, Testosterone is the primary male sex hormone and an anabolic steroid. This will either help the follicle or hurt it, depending on the gene expressed. I have a decent amount of body hair and some facial hair. TRT will just help set you to your predetermined amount of body hair. Testosterone in its own right does not have much to do with facial or body hair. I'm not totally discounting the idea of a correlation, but I myself have quite a lot of body hair and my hairloss was slow, even before I … Consequently, some have experienced side effects from this practice; one such adverse effect can be hair loss. This is one of the reasons that the idea that testosterone and hair loss are connected first came about. There are three phases: Anagen- the active growth stage (80-85% of hair is in this phase); Catagen- this phase is also known as the transitional phase, when hair begins to stop growing; and telogen- this phase is when hair growth is completely shut down and the fibers fall out (10-15% of our hair is in this phase at any given time). .LalRrQILNjt65y-p-QlWH{fill:var(--newRedditTheme-actionIcon);height:18px;width:18px}.LalRrQILNjt65y-p-QlWH rect{stroke:var(--newRedditTheme-metaText)}._3J2-xIxxxP9ISzeLWCOUVc{height:18px}.FyLpt0kIWG1bTDWZ8HIL1{margin-top:4px}._2ntJEAiwKXBGvxrJiqxx_2,._1SqBC7PQ5dMOdF0MhPIkA8{height:24px;vertical-align:middle;width:24px}._1SqBC7PQ5dMOdF0MhPIkA8{-ms-flex-align:center;align-items:center;display:-ms-inline-flexbox;display:inline-flex;-ms-flex-direction:row;flex-direction:row;-ms-flex-pack:center;justify-content:center} ↓ These follicle changes affect the growth phases of hair, producing different reactions. I have polycystic ovarian syndrome, and my levels of testosterone are high. But others have different genetics than I do. I’ve always been pretty hairy (chest, beard, stomach, some on back) although I started losing it on my shins and thinning on my arms and legs in the last 5 years before starting TRT. Recent studies testing sexual preferences in women have found that women’s preferences for male traits change across the menstrual cycle (reviewed in Gangestad and Thornhill 2008). I’ve read tons of different studies that has found a steep, positive correlation bethween to which extent androgen receptors are stimulated in the body (hair follicles etc.) In addition, testosterone has crucial, if incompletely understood, effects on male behavior. Have you found any working treatment? The bioavailability of T was judged by comparing the correlations among the grade of hirsutism, salivary testosterone (SaT), and serum total and free T (fT) and sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) levels. I’ve heard that taking testosterone for a prolonged amount of time isn’t good for your body’s own testosterone production. .FIYolDqalszTnjjNfThfT{max-width:256px;white-space:normal;text-align:center} Both hormones showed statistical differences, with opposing trends, when comparing the two periods: testosterone increased while cortisol decreased. After your hair goes through the Telogen phase, Anagen begins again and voila! Still a well written article though. Unfortunately, this correlation isn’t that simple. Significant negative correlations were evident between total testosterone and Cu level (r = -0.252, P = 0.022), and the Cu/Zn ratio (r = -0.288, P = 0.008). Testosterone is also heavily involved in erectile dysfunction. Why Does Hair Only Grow to a Certain Length, There is No Difference Between Fur and Hair, Shaving Does Not Make Your Hair Grow Back Thicker or Faster, The Fascinating Origins of Everyday Things (Part 4), That Time a Russian General Invented Clear Coca-Cola, and Pepsi had One of the World’s Largest Navies. Almost every time i had come to a longer streak i grew a lot and got a lot of body hair. The remaining testosterone, together with adrenal androgens is responsible for the typical androgenic changes of female puberty: pubic hair, other androgenic hair as outlined above, body odor, acne. While this works quite effectively, excessive testosterone can cause several problems. 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For most men, T levels peak between ages 20 and 30 and gradually decline (for some men) around ages 30-35. If you’ve Googled “testosterone injections hair loss” recently, read on to find out everything you should know! I’ve been interested in getting my levels checked by I don’t want it to be a waste. So Im new here and was wondering how to get on TRT. Ruutiainen K, Sannikka E, Santti R, Erkkola R, Adlercreutz H. Testosterone (T) concentrations in saliva and serum were measured in 53 women with various degrees of hirsutism and hyperandrogenism. ._2cHgYGbfV9EZMSThqLt2tx{margin-bottom:16px;border-radius:4px}._3Q7WCNdCi77r0_CKPoDSFY{width:75%;height:24px}._2wgLWvNKnhoJX3DUVT_3F-,._3Q7WCNdCi77r0_CKPoDSFY{background:var(--newCommunityTheme-field);background-size:200%;margin-bottom:16px;border-radius:4px}._2wgLWvNKnhoJX3DUVT_3F-{width:100%;height:46px} Correlation between body hair and low T. Does anyone know if there is any correlation between body hair and testosterone levels. Wencong Wang October 19, 2016 at 11:31 pm. Certain body builders and other athletes love to take testosterone supplements or other steroids to increase muscle mass. I’ve been interested in getting my levels checked by I don’t want it to be a waste. Oddly enough, if your head hair is sensitive to DHT and your body begins to make too much of it, you may experience loss of hair on your head while seeing an increase in facial or body hair production. I believe this is largely hormonal, and I can only confirm that dutastride will reduce excessive body hair. Twenty-four hirsute women aged 19-32 y's, median (24.25 ± 4.3) were studied. 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What were your side effects that made you want to have your test levels checked? ._3-SW6hQX6gXK9G4FM74obr{display:inline-block;vertical-align:text-bottom;width:16px;height:16px;font-size:16px;line-height:16px} Some steroid users — including females — may develop body hair, inclu… Testosterone is a steroid hormone from a group called androgen. "Is there any hormonal relation between hair growth on body and testosterone of men?" Healthy men have high levels of testosterone, if your skin hair follicles are sensitive to testosterone, you will be hairy, and if your skin hair follicles are not sensitive to testosterone, you will be less hairy. Negative Correlation between Negative Symptoms of Schizophrenia and Testosterone Levels ... in group II patients than in group I. There are few people with excessive body hair and 0 balding, they genetically have insensitive hair follicles. The higher the testosterone level is in vitro, the greater ability you will have to grow a beard. It also focuses on lifestyle activities like exercise and nutrition for raising testosterone levels naturally or anything else related to testosterone the substance. The complete restoration of body hair in eunuchs and castrates by the administration of testosterone established the notion that androgens are responsible for hair growth, but at the same time it revealed the hair loss effect of testosterone on scalp hair. To change from Vellus to Terminal, or from Terminal to Vellus, the follicle must go through the hair growth cycle to regenerate as one type or another. ._3Im6OD67aKo33nql4FpSp_{border:1px solid var(--newCommunityTheme-widgetColors-sidebarWidgetBorderColor);border-radius:5px 5px 4px 4px;overflow:visible;word-wrap:break-word;background-color:var(--newCommunityTheme-body);padding:12px}.lnK0-OzG7nLFydTWuXGcY{font-size:10px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:.5px;line-height:12px;text-transform:uppercase;padding-bottom:4px;color:var(--newCommunityTheme-navIcon)} Testosterone is a vital male hormone that is responsible for the development and maintenance of male attributes. Interestingly, the same circulating androgen, like testosterone, can increase hair growth in one area of our bodies and inhibit it in others. This paradox appears to be gene related. Ruutiainen K, Sannikka E, Santti R, Erkkola R, Adlercreutz H. Testosterone (T) concentrations in saliva and serum were measured in 53 women with various degrees of hirsutism and hyperandrogenism. There is no concrete correlation between beard and body hair, but on the other side alopecia and high levels of dihydrotestosterone (the active form of testosterone) are indeed correlated. Testosterone regulates hair growth by affecting the follicle and how it can produce the different types of hair, like facial, pubic and scalp hair. 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Interestingly, this has no effect on a non-balding scalp (the heads of people who don’t go bald). Other meds can cause hair growth, including a boost in body hair. Other meds can cause hair growth, including a boost in body hair. That’s way over kill for u at that age unless ur a pro bodybuilder young man. Menarche occurred earlier in hirsute women (12 ± 2.8 vs. 13 ± 0.1 years old). How Hair Loss Occurs. It also interacts with nuclear receptors in DNA, which causes protein synthesis. My body hair and beard is growing too much and hairs on head are thinning and falling out way too early. When these were compared with incidences of hair loss in the group it was clear that there was no correlation between hair loss and testosterone levels. “We found a significant positive correlation between the changes in serum testosterone levels and the number of steps” – Kumagai et al. Top answers from doctors based on your search: ... Is there any correlation between ibs and allergies. A positive correlation was found between body hair score and salivary testosterone (Ts), especially among those girls with hair score > 12 and high Ts levels and in non-hirsute girls with scores < 9 and low Ts levels. The significance of correlation between the grade of increased body hair and the tested variables decreased in the following order: IHA, IFT, DHEA, androstenedione, DHEAS and testosterone. /*# sourceMappingURL=https://www.redditstatic.com/desktop2x/chunkCSS/IdCard.8fe90067a922ef36d4b6.css.map*/Genetics mainly, but I did notice a huge growth of chest hair in the past year I’ve been using TRT. Testosterone promotes an increase in muscle mass, bone mass, body hair, and influences reproduction. Linear facial hair growth and the density of facial hair were measured by a photographic method and their relationship to plasma testosterone (T) and dihydrotestosterone (DHT) concentrations was examined in twelve healthy men. ._12xlue8dQ1odPw1J81FIGQ{display:inline-block;vertical-align:middle} Salivary testosterone in hirsutism: correlations with serum testosterone and the degree of hair growth. For hair loss in men, the primary hormone involved is dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a by-product of testosterone which triggers changes in hair thinning and growth. More hair! This is due to the high degree of testosterone in the body. This correlation is actually stronger (P=0.0005) than that between 3α-Adiol-G and more chest hair (P=0.0034). and how well the androgen receptors are stimulated by testosterone in the brain. deficiency of the type 2 5-alpha reductase enzyme that converts testosterone into DHT). This is due to the high degree of testosterone in the body. I am 32 and also have a baby face as i can not grow ANY facial or body hair. This process usually takes 2-5 years, before a male develops from a boy to a biologically grown man.. Testosterone and Grown Men. But it doesn't usually affect the hair on your head. There are times, however, where it’s not such a bad thing. When the body starts experiencing some reduction in body hair, that is a gradual reduction in the testosterone … Ask doctors free. Hence, in some men, for example, testosterone promotes hair growth in the abdomen and back while hair growth is suppressed in the scalp, leading to male pattern baldness. For instance, one study with humans found no correlation between the 2 matrices [ 17 ], while another found a significant correlation … However, it isn’t DHT itself that results in hair loss, but DHT sensitivity. Your email address will not be published. Thought to be gene dependent, these differences affect our appearance in several ways. « Reply #28 on: October 29, 2017, 01:28:46 am » Quote from: Mr.L on October 29, 2017, 12:53:17 am Now all my body hair connects and I have a beard. Some genes inhibit follicle health and some increase follicle health. Men with reduced testosterone production experience hair loss on their body and face while their head remains largely unaffected. DHT is five times more potent than testosterone itself and is primarily used by the body in the skin, prostate, and hair follicles. Androgen receptors on the hair follicle interact with dihydrotestosterone, which … Once there, the testosterone (androgen) binds to androgen receptors and initiates any altered gene expression. All my life all I've ever been able to grow is a goatee. Testosterone: Studies have shown a proportional relationship of testosterone levels to the amount of body hair. ! The bioactivity of testosterone is to a large degree limited by SHBG which in turn is mainly controlled by estradiol and prolactin levels (estradiol stimulates, prolactin decreases SHBG synthesis). WHY TESTOSTERONE? Compared to my friends in High School and College I had almost no chest hair and very little facial hair. We’ve got you covered. Low testosterone can also cause problems. If it helps I didn’t start getting hair on my body until much later than my peers. In the case of prostate cancer, testosterone is thought to stimulate the prostate gland and cause the cancer to grow. Is growing Like crazy. Many men understand erectile dysfunction as an inability to achieve an erection, but it is more than that. Significantly higher concentrations for body hair were found for cortisone and testosterone compared to scalp hair. 2006), dominant behavior (Gangestad et al. Hair, like cells in our bodies, have a growth cycle. That Time a Canadian City Pretended to be Invaded by Nazis, How the Nazis Managed to Capture the World’s Strongest Fortress in Under 20 Minutes, What Those Nasty White Chunks That Sometimes Come From Your Throat Are, The Difference Between a Fact and a Factoid, Marilyn Monroe was Not Even Close to a Size 12-16, A Japanese Soldier Who Continued Fighting WWII 29 Years After the Japanese Surrendered, Because He Didn’t Know. My hair has become very curly wavy over the last few years since being diagnosed with this. As you know by now, androgens control … Though Testosterone is the active androgen responsible for the anabolic effects on muscle in men, DHT is very important for the full performance of Testosterone.DHT boost the nervous system in a very powerful way, as it increases the level of neurological efficiency and improves the body’s resistance to psychological and physical stress. The follicles on your head might be dying, but the ones in other areas of your body are not, so doctors can simply move them. Nerve Pain or Numbness Androgen affects many characteristics in our bodies, like the development of the male sex organs, the deepening of the voice during puberty, muscle and bone strength, and hair growth.Interestingly, the same circulating androgen, like testosterone, can increase hair growth in one area of our bodies and inhibit it in others. This subreddit is for questions and discussion related to testosterone replacement therapy and testosterone levels. Normally, during puberty, our bodies begin to produce more androgen. Boy face and next to no body hair. In adulthood, this may decrease your sexual desire, cause erectile dysfunction, loss of hair, osteoporosis, and a decrease in your muscle mass. I have a decent amount of body hair and some facial hair. The boy becomes a man! They are deeper and longer follicles that form thicker, longer and more pigmented hair. 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