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research The potential for occupational exposure of veterinarians to ketamine resulting in positive drug tests

3 citations , February 2018 in “Australian Veterinary Journal”

Veterinarians could test positive for ketamine from work exposure, not just substance abuse.

research A practical approach to feline symmetrical alopecia

4 citations , October 1998 in “In Practice”

The conclusion is to thoroughly test for causes of cat hair loss and treat accordingly, considering medication only after serious conditions are ruled out.

Urinary 5-Ene-Steroid Excretion in Non-Classical Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Due to 3β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase Deficiency

research Urinary 5-ene-steroid excretion in non-classical congenital adrenal hyperplasia due to 3β-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase deficiency (NC-3BHSD)

3 citations , May 1990 in “Journal of Steroid Biochemistry”

Some women with excess hair growth have a hormone condition that can't be diagnosed by blood or urine tests alone.

research Toward a Diagnostic Score in Cushing's Syndrome

42 citations , November 2019 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology”

The document suggests creating a validated score to diagnose Cushing's Syndrome and considers plasma steroid profiling as a simpler diagnostic method.

Symmetrical Alopecia in Dogs: Diagnosis and Treatment

research Symmetrical alopecia in the dog

7 citations , July 1999 in “In Practice”

The conclusion is that a systematic approach is key for treating symmetrical alopecia in dogs, but treatment may not always be necessary.

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community My Testosterone results before and after Finasteride

in Update 152 upvotes 4 years ago

Finasteride significantly increased testosterone levels for the user, with no major side effects except watery semen, which was resolved with zinc supplements. The user's hairline stopped receding and slightly improved.

community CHECKLIST: Blood and other test before starting treatment

in Treatment 4 upvotes 1 year ago

Before starting hair loss treatment, it's suggested to undergo various blood and health tests to minimize side effects. The checklist includes tests for kidney function, liver enzymes, blood sugar, vitamins, hormones, and more.

community How all hormones affect our hair follicles. Not just DHT. Take a look at this paper. Prolactin, melatonin, cortisol, progesterone, testosterone and more

in Research/Science 126 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses various factors affecting hair loss, not just DHT, and mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and melatonin. Some users report personal experiences with these treatments and hormone tests, while others speculate on the role of hormones like prolactin and cortisol in hair loss.

community Got my bloodwork done today, I have been on fin for 7+ months. 21m

in Update 32 upvotes 3 years ago

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 Last Post Before I Switch Back to Finasteride From Dutasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 29 upvotes 1 year ago

The user plans to switch from dutasteride back to finasteride due to worsening hair loss, possibly due to increased scalp testosterone. Others report mixed results with both treatments, showing individual variability.

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