KnowraDihydrotestosteroneLinked fromLinked fromThe 16 pages that link to Dihydrotestosterone, each with the reason it gives.All 16Broader topic 5Related 10Narrower topic 1AndrogenBroader topic: This locally produced androgen strongly activates androgen receptors in several tissues.Benign prostatic hyperplasiaBroader topic: It stimulates prostate-cell growth and is targeted by 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors.5α-reductaseBroader topic: It is the direct product of the reaction catalyzed by 5α-reductase.Facial hairBroader topic: This hormone contributes to terminal-hair growth in androgen-sensitive facial areas.BeardBroader topic: Local conversion to this hormone helps explain why beard follicles respond differently from scalp follicles.