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protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen

Hemoglobin (Hb) is a protein found in red blood cells that is responsible for transporting oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body and returning carbon dioxide from the tissues back to the lungs. It consists of four subunits, each containing an iron atom that binds to oxygen, making it essential for maintaining the body's oxygen supply and overall metabolic function.

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community Why am I significantly losing ground even though I am constantly adding to my stack?

in Is this regrowth? 18 upvotes 2 years ago

The user is experiencing significant hair loss despite using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, micro-needling, rosemary oil, and various vitamins. In the conversation, others suggest checking iron and hemoglobin levels, maintaining a positive attitude, and adding RU58841 to the treatment regimen.

community CHECKLIST: Blood and other test before starting treatment

in Treatment 4 upvotes 1 year ago

Before starting hair loss treatment, it's suggested to undergo various blood and health tests to minimize side effects. The checklist includes tests for kidney function, liver enzymes, blood sugar, vitamins, hormones, and more.

community How I managed to reduce my hair shedding (in only a month, after 10 years!)

in Progress Pictures 159 upvotes 1 week ago

Using spirulina and chlorella to boost ferritin and iron levels reduced hair shedding by more than half in a month. The user found these natural supplements more effective than regular iron tablets for hair growth.

community Dutasteride is way more effective than Finasteride (Study)

in Research/Science 184 upvotes 11 months ago

Dutasteride is more effective than Finasteride for hair loss, with similar safety profiles. Individual responses vary, and factors like Minoxidil use and age differences may influence results.

community Seeking Advice: Unusual Hair Loss at 31 Years Old - Any Insights? (M)

in Chat 15 upvotes 2 years ago

A 31-year-old man who previously had good results with minoxidil, finasteride, and nizoral for hair loss is now experiencing unusual hair loss and side effects from finasteride. Respondents suggest it might be severe retrograde alopecia and recommend exploring other treatment options due to his inability to tolerate finasteride.

community Hair loss from sickness 2 month update , progress ?

in Is this regrowth? 17 upvotes 10 months ago

The user experienced significant hair loss due to health issues and has only taken vitamins for recovery. They are seeking advice on regrowth progress after two months.

community My dermatologist said I have female pattern hair loss, now my hair is fully grown back.

in Update 88 upvotes 3 years ago

A user with female pattern hair loss who tried minoxidil and various oils and supplements, but saw results only after taking iron tablets. The conversation also offered advice to get blood tests done to see if there are underlying issues causing the hair loss.

community Homelessess: the solution right in front of our eyes?

in Satire 142 upvotes 3 months ago

Homelessness is humorously proposed as a solution to hair loss due to less grooming and stress. Treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride are discussed, with genetics and lifestyle also considered important factors.

community Clinical efficacy of popular oral supplements for AA

in Treatment 1 upvotes 4 years ago

Vitamins and minerals like vitamin E, zinc, and iron may aid hair growth, especially in cases of deficiency. Pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, horsetail, and AminoMar show some promise for improving hair health and count.

community Diagnosed with MPB. Started with finastride 1mg

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 18 upvotes 2 years ago

A 28-year-old male diagnosed with Male Pattern Baldness is using finasteride 1mg and asking if it's sufficient without minoxidil, PRP, or multivitamins. The advice given is to continue with finasteride and assess results after a year before considering additional treatments.

community I hate hairloss to my core, Fuck this shit

in Update 185 upvotes 2 months ago

The user is frustrated with hair loss, having switched from topical minoxidil and finasteride to dutasteride and oral minoxidil without seeing improvements. They are considering a hair transplant and are advised to continue the current treatment and explore therapy or lifestyle changes.

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.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 27 upvotes 1 year ago

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 Just found a little hard lump under my left nipple, it’s over

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 12 upvotes 1 year ago

A user experienced a hard lump under their nipple and increased hair loss after four months of finasteride. They are concerned about the lump and plan to stop the treatment.

community Interpreting pre-finisteride blood panels

in Chat 2 upvotes 10 months ago

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 CRISPR Is Curing People Right Now. Genetic Hair Loss is Next?

in Technology 113 upvotes 1 year ago

CRISPR shows promise for treating hair loss by targeting specific genes. Current treatments include Minoxidil and finasteride, but CRISPR could offer a more precise solution, though it is still expensive and in early stages.

community Hormonal panel after 1 year of treatment - DHT levels doubled!!

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 7 upvotes 2 years ago

A 27-year-old man shared his hormonal panel results after one year of taking finasteride 1mg/day for hair loss, showing his DHT levels nearly doubled. He reported stabilized hair loss with mild side effects that resolved, and he is considering a hair transplant but is concerned about the increased DHT levels and potential treatment options.

community Hair transplant histamine issues (could be antibiotics taken during transplant!?)

in Transplants 1 upvotes 2 years ago

User experienced severe allergic reactions and liver issues after a hair transplant, likely due to antibiotics and medications. Despite trying Minoxidil, the user faced further complications and is now seeking medical advice for potential future transplants.

community 5+ year users, what has your experience been on fin and dut?

in Chat 30 upvotes 8 months ago

Users discussed their experiences with hair loss treatments, primarily finasteride (Fin) and dutasteride (Dut), often combined with minoxidil (Min) and derma rolling. Many reported mixed results, with some seeing slowed hair loss and others experiencing side effects or minimal improvement.

community (MTF 35) Results of 18 Months of HRT

in Transgender 773 upvotes 3 months ago

A transgender woman experienced significant hair regrowth after 18 months of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with estrogen and bicalutamide. The discussion notes HRT's effectiveness for hair regrowth but warns against its use for cisgender men due to feminizing effects.

community 19f is my hair loss due to deficiencies?

in Female 4 upvotes 3 months ago

The conversation is about a 19-year-old female experiencing hair loss, potentially due to deficiencies in iron, ferritin, and vitamin D. She is considering iron and vitamin D supplementation and exploring dietary changes, while also planning to consult a dermatologist when possible.

community Pre-Finisteride DHT & Hormone Blood Panel

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 3 upvotes 10 months ago

The conversation discusses the cost and insurance coverage of a comprehensive hormone and DHT blood panel for hair loss, with a focus on finasteride treatment. The user seeks a cheaper alternative to a $700 panel recommended in a video.

community Bloodwork reports just came in

in Update 23 upvotes 2 years ago

A 21-year-old male suffering from male pattern baldness is using topical finasteride and minoxidil, and oral minoxidil. His bloodwork shows normal DHT levels and slightly high testosterone, leading to discussions about the role of DHT sensitivity in hair loss, the potential impact of finasteride on his DHT levels, and the suggestion to proceed with oral finasteride due to his high testosterone.

community I got my bloodwork done... What now?

in Update 6 upvotes 3 months ago

The user has been experiencing hair thinning despite taking finasteride and minoxidil for six months. Bloodwork suggests a vitamin D deficiency, and users recommend consulting a doctor and possibly supplementing vitamin D.

community Testosterone and Estradiol levels on 1 mg/day dutasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 45 upvotes 5 months ago

A 30-year-old man experienced significant hair regrowth and improved libido after using finasteride and dutasteride for androgenetic alopecia, with no adverse effects. He plans to reduce dutasteride dosage when trying to conceive and has been using topical minoxidil since 2015.

community Moved back in with my parents and have been noticing hair getting thicker

44 upvotes 6 years ago

Improved diet, reduced alcohol consumption, and better water quality led to thicker hair and less shedding. The user also used MSM supplements, vitamin C, multivitamins, biotin shampoo, and growth oil.

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 9 months on dut. Loosing ground with 150-250+ hairs everyday.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 11 upvotes 1 year ago

A user reported losing 150-250 hairs daily after 9 months on dutasteride, despite previously stabilizing hair loss with finasteride and minoxidil. Blood tests showed high DHT levels, and the user is unsure if they should continue the current treatment.

community Dutasteride High Libido. How come we don't talk about this?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 210 upvotes 1 year ago

Dutasteride and finasteride can affect libido differently, with some experiencing increased libido and others decreased libido or erectile dysfunction. Dutasteride may increase testosterone levels but can also cause side effects like liver enzyme changes, while topical finasteride may have fewer sexual side effects.

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.

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.