DHEA and Hair Loss

Hi,

I have read confilicting information regarding DHEA supplements and Hair Loss.

1. Can DHEA increase hair loss?
2. Is this due to DHEA converting to Androstenedione then this converting to Testosterone and then on to DHT which causes the hair loss?
3. Does DHEA cause direct problems to the hair follicles like DHT does?
4. If you were to take a 5 alpha Reductase inhibitor like Finasteride would this help with any potential hair loss problems associated with taking DHEA? and if so would it be because it blocked the Testosterone (converted from the Androstenedione converted from the DHEA) from converting to DHT?

Thanks for your help

1. Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) does not directly cause androgenic alopecia (AGA), but may accelerate it.
2. DHEA can potentially affect DHT levels, thus indirectly causing hair loss (via DHT).
3. Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) does cause hair loss in men who are genetically susceptible to AGA.
4. Finasteride is a prescription medication for men who have AGA. It is not meant for use with DHEA.