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

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 7 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 Minoxidil Response Test - worth it?

      in Minoxidil  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the use of topical minoxidil for hair loss and the potential benefits of taking a Minoxidil Response Test to determine enzyme activity related to its effectiveness. Some users have considered or tried alternatives like oral minoxidil or tretinoin, with mixed experiences regarding side effects and effectiveness.

      community Topical minoxidil responder tests + switching to oral

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user has been using topical minoxidil with tretinoin for 9 months without much regrowth and suspects finasteride is responsible for any improvement. They are inquiring about tests to determine response to topical minoxidil and seeking advice on switching to oral minoxidil, including potential side effects and monitoring requirements.

      community How is scalp sensitivity even measured?

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 5 months ago
      There are no tests to determine genetic follicle sensitivity for hair loss, and conclusions are based on hypothetical or post-balding observations. Finasteride is mentioned as an easy, consistent treatment option compared to natural treatments.

      community Blood test 3 days after finasteride. Is it ok?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user asked if taking a blood test 3 days after starting finasteride would affect the results for Estradiol, FSH, SHBG, Progesterone, and DHEA-S. The conversation is about the timing of blood tests after beginning finasteride treatment.

      community Zix + Topical Fin : Blood Test Before/After, AMA and suggestions

      in Treatment  49 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user's plan to use Zix and topical finasteride (5AR inhibitors) for hair loss, followed by blood testing before/after. The user has suggested creating a fund to cover part of the cost of their blood tests. Replies to their post discuss the effectiveness of the treatments.

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

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 3 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 Getting bloods done whilst on finasteride

      in General  98 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride can affect hormone levels within two weeks, and a break of several weeks is recommended for baseline results. Monitoring E2 and testosterone is suggested to assess the risk of gynecomastia.

      community Hormone tests to decide on oral fin

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses starting low-dose oral finasteride for hair loss, considering hormone levels and potential side effects like gynecomastia. Suggestions include using DIM for estradiol, vitamin B6 for prolactin, and lifestyle changes to optimize hormone profiles before starting treatment.

      community Testing recommendations from lack of min/fin success

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user has been using minoxidil, finasteride, a laser cap, and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss without success and is seeking advice on further tests or treatments. They have a family history of hair loss and have not yet undergone dermatologist or trichology tests.

      community Trichotest Results: no Finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user received trichotest results indicating finasteride is ineffective for them, and they plan to use dutasteride mesotherapy and add cetirizine to minoxidil. They seek advice on incorporating dutasteride into their regimen.

      community Finasteride and hormonal tests

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride 5 months ago
      A user has been taking finasteride 1mg for 10 years without side effects but is concerned about high estradiol levels affecting weight loss. Another user suggests using estradiol blockers under medical supervision to manage the levels.

      community Blood test and low vitamine D what now ?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 20-year-old with thinning hair has low vitamin D and normal testosterone. They are prescribed oral minoxidil and vitamin D, and are questioning if finasteride is also necessary.

      community Verteporfin test long term results

      in Treatment  16 upvotes 3 years ago
      Testing the effectiveness of Verteporfin as a potential treatment for hair loss, with users discussing their thoughts on its long-term results. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

      community 22M High Estrogen after blood test

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 22-year-old male with high estrogen levels is considering finasteride for hair loss but is concerned about potential side effects due to his hormone levels and family history of diabetes. Users suggest consulting a doctor, possibly an endocrinologist, and considering lifestyle changes like diet and exercise to address visceral fat and insulin resistance before starting treatment.

      community 8 week - sharing Finasteride blood test update

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 32-year-old male started taking 0.5mg of finasteride daily for hair thinning and, after 8 weeks, experienced a 70% reduction in DHT and an increase in estradiol; he is currently in the shedding phase of treatment and questioning if the dosage is correct based on his DHT levels. He began with a lower dose due to already low normal testosterone and DHT levels.

      community Blood test results and alternatives to oral finasteride

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user experienced erectile dysfunction from oral finasteride and is considering alternatives like topical high-dose finasteride, RU58841, topical Latanoprost, and oral Minoxidil. Blood tests showed changes in testosterone and DHT levels, and the endocrinologist advised stopping finasteride.

      community Pre-Finisteride DHT & Hormone Blood Panel

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 1 year 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 Thinking about signing up for the setipiprant clinical trials

       4 upvotes 9 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, with the original poster considering joining a clinical trial for setipiprant after experiencing side effects from finasteride and disinterest in minoxidil. Some users express skepticism about setipiprant's effectiveness, while others encourage participation in the trial for potential benefits.

      community Should i seek further blood tests given my levels?

      in Finasteride  98 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing low libido and mood swings after starting a low dose of topical finasteride. They are considering further blood tests to investigate low testosterone levels and other hormonal factors.

      community Fagron TrichoTest says Finasteride won't help

      in Treatment  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user received a Fagron TrichoTest indicating that Finasteride, Dutasteride, and Minoxidil are not effective for them, recommending Latanoprost, Spironolactone, IGrantine-F1 TM, and Trichoxidil instead. Other users expressed skepticism about the test's validity and suggested sticking with proven treatments like Finasteride and Dutasteride.

      community Allergan recruiting for Setipiprant trial in the US

       13 upvotes 9 years ago
      The conversation discusses a clinical trial for Setipiprant in the US, starting June 29th, with eligibility excluding recent users of minoxidil or finasteride. It encourages informed decision-making before signing up.

      community GT20029 - Promising phase II results

      in Research/Science  15 upvotes 2 years ago
      GT20029 showed significant hair growth and safety in phase II trials, with no adverse sexual events. Users are hopeful but concerned about future costs and systemic effects.

      community 26M Baseline blood work done before Finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 4 years ago
      A person considering finasteride for hair loss checked their hormone levels before starting treatment. They are concerned about the potential increase in estradiol and its effects, as well as the impact on their sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) and free testosterone levels.