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research Comparison of Components of Metabolic Syndrome in Androgenic Alopecia versus Healthy Population
People with androgenic alopecia are more likely to have metabolic syndrome than healthy individuals.
research Correlation between Scalp Hair Morphology, Haematological Parameters and Glycaemic Status in Individuals with Diabetes Mellitus
Diabetes can cause hair thinning, increased hair loss, and changes in hair growth phases.
research Association between hemoglobin A1c and the severity of androgenetic alopecia among female patients in a specialty alopecia clinic
Higher blood sugar levels may lead to more severe hair loss in women.
research COMPARAÇÃO ENTRE HPLC E IMUNOTURBIDIMETRIA PARA DOSAGEM DE HEMOGLOBINA GLICADA (A1C) COMO CRITÉRIO DIAGNÓSTICO DE DIABETES MELLITUS
HPLC may detect prediabetes and diabetes earlier than Immunoturbidimetry because it shows higher A1c levels.
research Glycation of hair protein in the assessment of long-term control of blood glucose.
Hair glycation levels can indicate long-term blood sugar control.
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5 / 19 resultscommunity Interpreting pre-finisteride blood panels
The conversation is about someone planning to start finasteride for hair loss and wanting to interpret pre-treatment blood panels to assess the risk of side effects like gynecomastia. They list various tests to measure hormone levels and other health indicators.
community Female, 27 years old, shedding/ balding despite being on what is considered to be a effective treatment plan for AGA. Considering Dut (oral) . Please help.
A 27-year-old woman with androgenic alopecia is losing hair despite using oral minoxidil and spironolactone, and is considering dutasteride. She is exploring causes like stress and medication side effects, planning tests, and considering treatment changes.
community Inflammation (and health care system) frustration
A woman is frustrated with her hair loss and the slow, ineffective healthcare system in Canada. She has tried treatments like minoxidil, doxycycline, and kenalog injections, but continues to experience painful inflammation and hair loss.
community 2 years on treatment (stack update)
A user shared their hair regrowth progress using Dutasteride, topical Minoxidil, Spironolactone, and Estradiol Valerate injections as part of hormone replacement therapy for transitioning. They experienced significant hair improvement and personal satisfaction but caution against this approach for non-transitioning individuals due to irreversible changes.
community for anyone who is on the fence about oral minoxidil should read this NYT article it might help. it's an old one but people might need a refresher. https://www.nytimes.com/2022/08/18/health/minoxidil-hair-loss-pills.html
Oral minoxidil is more effective than topical for hair regrowth but may cause unwanted body hair growth and cardiovascular side effects. Some users experience positive results, while others discontinue use due to side effects like chest pain.