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    GlossaryBlood Glucose

    refers to sugar concentration in the bloodstream

    Blood glucose, also known as blood sugar, refers to the concentration of glucose present in the blood. It is a crucial energy source for the body's cells and is tightly regulated by hormones such as insulin and glucagon. Maintaining proper blood glucose levels is essential for metabolic health, and imbalances can lead to conditions like diabetes.

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      community 5ARI (dutasteride) Associated with Adverse Metabolic Effects

       21 upvotes 7 years ago
      Dutasteride is associated with increased blood glucose, HbA1c, LDL cholesterol, and liver enzyme activity, potentially leading to diabetes, NAFLD, and liver metabolism changes. The conversation highlights concerns about these adverse effects and calls for more studies, including on finasteride.

      community Blood work, is it worth to pay for it?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is considering getting blood work to investigate the cause of ongoing hair loss despite using finasteride and dutasteride. Others suggest that while blood tests can provide useful health information, they may not change the hair treatment outcome.

      community What are your thoughts on pre-finasteride blood work?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is considering resuming finasteride after a 6-month break and is debating the necessity of extensive blood work, including hormone and health markers, to establish a baseline. They are unsure if the tests are necessary since they experienced no side effects previously.

      community What should I include in my blood test?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil without success and is considering a comprehensive blood test to explore other causes of hair loss. They are unsure about the necessity and cost of the extensive tests and are seeking advice on whether to proceed with the full panel or focus on specific tests.