June 2015 PMID 25808933

Androgens, hair loss and eugenics: a tale of discovery and American social history.

Shanti M Ayob, Andrew G Messenger

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Peak: 3 in Feb 2024
across 2 sources since Feb 2023

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Discussions include mentions of historical beliefs such as Hippocrates’ observation about eunuchs, as well as references to modern research linking hormones and hair loss, illustrating how the social and scientific narratives are intertwined. The tone varies from curiosity to skepticism, demonstrating both interest and thoughtful engagement with the topic's implications.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the historical link between hormones and hair loss, reflecting agreement with the article's insights on scientific and social interconnections.

InterestHigh interest

Posts show high interest in the topic, referencing classical sources and modern research, indicating curiosity about the historical and scientific context.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants actively reference the article, Hippocrates, and related studies, suggesting thoughtful engagement with the subject matter.

ImpactModerate impact

While some posts highlight the significance of understanding this history, the overall discussion appears to have a moderate influence on perspectives about science and social beliefs.

Abstract in brief

  • The text explores the connection between androgens (hormones like testosterone), hair loss, and theories of eugenics, highlighting how scientific discoveries influenced social and racial ideas in American history.
  • It examines how misconceptions or research about genetics and hormones contributed to social policies or prejudices, especially during periods when eugenics was popular.
  • The book presents a historical overview of the scientific and societal developments surrounding these topics, showing how they are intertwined in shaping attitudes and beliefs.

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Nutrition Detective
@NutriDetect · X

"According to Hippocrates ‘eunuchs are not subject to gout nor do they become bald’ (Aphorisms VI, 28)." Yes, this has been shown in modern research as well: https://t.co/LkbxjgroXr Yes, this means that cutting off men's balls PREVENTED THEM FROM LOSING THEIR HAIR Be wary of

Feb 9, 2024 · 26 likes · 2 shares · 37,073 followers View post →
didaclopez
@didaclopez · X

@jaume_diadoc εὐνοῦχοι οὐ ποδαγριῶσιν, οὐδὲ φαλακροὶ γίνονται. https://t.co/p3UZoN3DBA

Nov 16, 2024 · 2 likes · 3,434 followers View post →
Chuck Petras
@Chuck_Petras · X

RT @NutriDetect: "According to Hippocrates ‘eunuchs are not subject to gout nor do they become bald’ (Aphorisms VI, 28)." Yes, this has be…

Feb 9, 2024 · 2 shares · 4,375 followers View post →
Finasteride Watch
@FinasterideInfo · X

For more context on Hamilton’s work, see Ayob & Messenger. Androgens, hair loss and eugenics: a tale of discovery and American social history. Exp Dermatol. 2015. https://t.co/cGZmp7VFjp

Jan 13, 2024 · 817 followers View post →
Valkyrja
@Navi_Valkyrja · X

@wls_almostthere Interestingly eunuchs do not experience male pattern baldness https://t.co/ni4ji05yH3

Feb 7, 2023 · 328 followers View post →
Valkyrja
@Navi_Valkyrja · X

@imannoo_ Nobody wants to be a eunuch but they do not experience male pattern baldness https://t.co/ni4ji05yH3

Feb 7, 2023 · 328 followers View post →

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History of Hair Loss Industry and Its Social Impact

This video explores the history of the hair loss industry and its ties to social and racial ideas in American history, highlighting how scientific discoveries about hormones and genetics influenced societal perceptions…

Mina Le · Oct 29, 2025 176,931 views
hLo
@hypelessi · X

https://t.co/Ui8IFEAtow

Oct 29, 2025 · 247 followers View post →
didaclopez
@didaclopez · X

@jaume_diadoc εὐνοῦχοι οὐ ποδαγριῶσιν, οὐδὲ φαλακροὶ γίνονται. https://t.co/p3UZoN3DBA

Nov 16, 2024 · 2 likes · 3,434 followers View post →
Chuck Petras
@Chuck_Petras · X

RT @NutriDetect: "According to Hippocrates ‘eunuchs are not subject to gout nor do they become bald’ (Aphorisms VI, 28)." Yes, this has be…

Feb 9, 2024 · 2 shares · 4,375 followers View post →
Jack
@JackBeeKwik · X

RT @NutriDetect: "According to Hippocrates ‘eunuchs are not subject to gout nor do they become bald’ (Aphorisms VI, 28)." Yes, this has be…

Feb 9, 2024 · 2 shares · 219 followers View post →
Nutrition Detective
@NutriDetect · X

"According to Hippocrates ‘eunuchs are not subject to gout nor do they become bald’ (Aphorisms VI, 28)." Yes, this has been shown in modern research as well: https://t.co/LkbxjgroXr Yes, this means that cutting off men's balls PREVENTED THEM FROM LOSING THEIR HAIR Be wary of

Feb 9, 2024 · 26 likes · 2 shares · 37,073 followers View post →
Finasteride Watch
@FinasterideInfo · X

For more context on Hamilton’s work, see Ayob & Messenger. Androgens, hair loss and eugenics: a tale of discovery and American social history. Exp Dermatol. 2015. https://t.co/cGZmp7VFjp

Jan 13, 2024 · 817 followers View post →
Valkyrja
@Navi_Valkyrja · X

@imannoo_ Nobody wants to be a eunuch but they do not experience male pattern baldness https://t.co/ni4ji05yH3

Feb 7, 2023 · 328 followers View post →
Valkyrja
@Navi_Valkyrja · X

@wls_almostthere Interestingly eunuchs do not experience male pattern baldness https://t.co/ni4ji05yH3

Feb 7, 2023 · 328 followers View post →