Search
for

    GlossaryC-reactive protein (CRP)

    protein produced by the liver in response to inflammation

    C-reactive protein (CRP) is a substance produced by the liver in response to inflammation. Elevated levels of CRP in the blood can indicate acute inflammation, infection, or chronic inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis or cardiovascular disease. A CRP test is commonly used by healthcare professionals to assess the presence and severity of inflammation in the body.

    Related Terms

    Learn

    0 / 0 results
    — no results

    Research

    5 / 746 results

    Community Join

    5 / 16 results

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

      in Update  6 upvotes 2 weeks 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 Important blood values on Dut?

      in Research/Science  7 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation is about a user planning a blood test to monitor health while on hair loss treatments: Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Dutasteride. Recommendations include testing for androgens, thyroid function, micronutrients, and basic health markers, with additional suggestions for PSA, prolactin, and estradiol.

      community 8 years of hair loss, turning 30 next month

      in Progress Pictures  146 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user has been dealing with hair loss for 10 years, worsened by psoriasis, and uses minoxidil and finasteride. They seek advice on managing psoriasis and hair loss, with suggestions to see a dermatologist, try different shampoos, and be patient.

      community No idea what's causing my hair thinning

      in Chat  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing diffuse hair thinning despite using finasteride and oral minoxidil, with no hairline recession or bald spots. Suggestions include checking for telogen effluvium, considering a JAK inhibitor for potential autoimmune issues, and conducting further tests to rule out other causes.

      community This is the best time in human history to be fighting hair loss

      in Treatment  194 upvotes 3 years ago
      This conversation discusses the advancements in treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil and new promising treatments such as pyrilutamide and verteporfin. Other treatments discussed were taking minoxidil orally, tretinoin to turn non-responders into responders and microneedling to further boost growth.