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research The role of high serum uric acid levels in androgenic and non-androgenic polycystic ovarian syndrome patients
High uric acid levels are more common in PCOS patients, especially those with androgenic PCOS, and are linked with increased cardiovascular risk and other metabolic issues.
research Finasteride Reduces Total Cholesterol in LDLR-Deficient Mice
High doses of finasteride lower cholesterol and body weight in certain mice.
research A Study on Association between Androgenetic Alopecia and Cardiovascular Risk Factors in Males with History of Hair Fall
Male pattern baldness, especially the vertex type, could be an early sign of cardiovascular risk factors like high cholesterol and diabetes.
research Androgenic alopecia and insulin resistance: are they really related?
There is no significant link between male pattern baldness and insulin resistance.
research The Effects of a Powder of the Fruiting Body of Commercial Lingzhi or Reishi Medicinal Mushroom Ganoderma lucidum (W.Curt.:Fr.) P.Karts.,] on Hypercholesterolemic Rat Skin, Applied With a Topical Application of Benzo(a)pyrene
Ganoderma lucidum powder may help prevent skin cancer and lower cholesterol.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity My (30 M) blood test results after being on fin/dut for 3 years
A 30-year-old male has been on finasteride/dutasteride for 3 years, with stable but still receding hairline, and blood tests showing high total testosterone but normal DHT and free testosterone levels. Despite challenges in gaining muscle, he maintains a good physique with a consistent lifting routine and recently improved results with creatine.
community Got my bloodwork done today, I have been on fin for 7+ months. 21m
A user on finasteride for 7+ months shared bloodwork results, questioning if high DHT levels and testosterone could affect cholesterol. Replies suggest consulting a doctor and question the high testosterone levels.
community Finasteride, also known as Propecia or Proscar, treats male pattern baldness and enlarged prostate in millions of men worldwide. But a new study suggests the drug may also provide a surprising and life-saving benefit: lowering cholesterol and cutting the overall risk of cardiovascular disease.
The conversation discusses the potential benefits of finasteride (Fin) for lowering cholesterol and reducing cardiovascular disease risk, with users sharing personal experiences and opinions on the medication's effects on health and hair loss. Some users report positive changes in cholesterol levels after taking finasteride, while others are skeptical or joke about its effects.
community Creatine made all my high DHT symptoms return
Creatine may increase DHT levels, potentially causing symptoms like acne, oily hair, and hair shedding. Users report mixed experiences, with some avoiding creatine due to hair loss concerns and others seeing no impact.
community Blood Results - 2 years on Finasteride, 1 year on dutasteride
The user has been using finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss but is experiencing low energy and motivation, possibly due to high prolactin levels. Despite treatment, hairline recession continues, and the user is considering the impact of low DHT levels on overall health and energy.