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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Machine Learning-Based Predictive Model With Routine Blood Work Identifies Moderate-Severe Alopecia Areata
Machine learning can use blood tests to help predict moderate-to-severe alopecia areata.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss Among Saudi Women and Hematological Changes Associated With It – Case Controlled Study
Female pattern hair loss in Saudi women is linked to low iron and vitamin D levels.
research The Correlation Between Red Cell Distribution Width, Autoimmunity, and Nail Involvement in Alopecia Areata
RDW can be a useful marker for inflammation in alopecia areata patients.
research Evaluation of MCV/RDW Ratio and Correlations with Ferritin in Telogen Effluvium Patients
Iron deficiency anemia may contribute to hair loss in women with Telogen effluvium.
research Promising Applications of Red Cell Distribution Width in Diagnosis and Prognosis of Diseases With or Without Disordered Iron Metabolism
RDW is a useful, cost-effective tool for diagnosing and monitoring various diseases.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity What are your thoughts on pre-finasteride blood work?
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 I got my bloodwork done... What now?
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 Peptides that Stop Hair Loss? | In-depth Literature Review Video
Peptides like TB500, KPV, GHK-CU, and BPC-157 are overhyped for hair growth with limited proven effectiveness in humans. Combining peptides with delivery methods like iontophoresis and sonophoresis shows promise, but many claims remain unproven.
community Got a microscope camera. Here’s the difference between healthy and miniaturized hair
A user who shared progress pictures of their scalp using a microscope camera, demonstrating the difference between healthy and miniaturized hair. Various explanations for the cause of this were discussed, such as DHT build-up in scalp sebum causing an autoimmune response leading to inflammation and eventual hair loss, with some suggesting a do-it-yourself treatment involving adding ascorbic acid powder to shampoo.
community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied
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1 year ago Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.