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research Accuracy of clinical diagnosis and videodermoscopy in female pattern hair loss

November 2020 in “Skin Research and Technology”

Videodermoscopy better identifies female hair loss than clinical diagnosis.

research A Diagnostic Study of the Prevalence of Helicobacter pylori in Patients with Gastritis in Southern Iraq

January 2024 in “Bright Sky Publications eBooks”

Helicobacter pylori infection is common in Southern Iraq gastritis patients, affecting 64.1%.

research Helpful diagnostic markers of steroidogenesis for defining hyperandrogenemia in hirsute women

14 citations , September 2007 in “Steroids”

The study concluded that androstendione and DHEA are important for diagnosing high male hormone levels in women with excessive hair growth.

research Differential Diagnosis of Hyperandrogenism in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

35 citations , March 2012 in “Experimental and Clinical Endocrinology & Diabetes”

The conclusion is that accurately identifying the cause of high androgen levels in women with PCOS is crucial and requires specific tests.

research Diagnosis of common, benign neonatal dermatoses

7 citations , July 2003 in “Clinics in Dermatology”

The article helps identify common, non-harmful skin conditions in newborns to avoid undue concern and treatment.

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community Estradiol blood test on fin. Doctor dont want to give me the test.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 10 upvotes 2 years ago

The user has been taking 0.5 finasteride for 10 months and wants to repeat blood tests, including estradiol. However, their doctor is reluctant to test estradiol, arguing it's typically low in men, and the user is considering seeking a second opinion.

community Pre Fin Bloodwork To Check Other Potential Issues

in Chat 21 upvotes 5 years ago

A user preparing to start finasteride for hair loss wanted to check for any abnormal bloodwork related to hair loss. They shared their blood test results and learned from another user that their doctor prescribed finasteride without any preliminary tests.

community 9 months on topical fin/min spray

in Progress Pictures 864 upvotes 3 years ago

User experienced significant hair improvement after 9 months using topical fin/min spray. Noticed positive changes around 3-month mark and chose topical treatment due to fewer side effects.

community Blood test showing major reduction in DHT on finasteride results

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 14 upvotes 4 years ago

A user reported a significant reduction in DHT levels after 3 months of taking 1mg/day oral finasteride, along with using minoxidil foam, microneedling, and Nutrafol vitamins. They hope this will lead to hair growth and less shedding.

community Maybe it’s working for me too? When will it get better? Still not much density there

in Is this regrowth? 65 upvotes 7 months ago

The user is experiencing improvement in hair density using a topical lotion containing minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole, and other ingredients. They are hopeful for further progress in the coming months.

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