I’m Using Androgel for My Low Testosterone Levels — Will This Increase My DHT?

Dr. Rassman,
My family doctor did a blood test and it revealed I had low Testosterone Levels. He prescribed Androgel and I apply this daily. My question is will this increase my DHT/hairloss? Thank you.

Possibly yes, and I suspect that it should not make a difference with regard to hair loss if you are taking finasteride (Propecia), because of the competitive inhibition that occurs at the site where the enzyme is made that converts testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT).