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GlossaryBody Mass Index (BMI)

numerical value derived from weight and height to assess body fat

Body Mass Index (BMI) is a numerical value derived from an individual's weight and height, calculated by dividing a person's weight in kilograms by the square of their height in meters (kg/m²). It is commonly used to categorize individuals into different weight status categories, such as underweight, normal weight, overweight, and obesity, which can help assess potential health risks related to body weight.

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research BMI and Levels of Zinc, Copper in Hair, Serum, and Urine of Turkish Male Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia

37 citations , March 2014 in “Journal of Trace Elements in Medicine and Biology”

Lower hair zinc and copper levels found in Turkish males with hair loss; higher BMI linked to less hair zinc.

research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Patients with High BMI Tend to Have Functional Disorders of Androgen Excess: A Prospective Study

23 citations , January 2016 in “Journal of Nanjing Medical University”

Overweight women with PCOS are more likely to have excess male hormones.

research Evaluation of BMI as a Risk Factor for Complications Following Gender-Affirming Penile Inversion Vaginoplasty

23 citations , March 2019 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open”

BMI is not a significant predictor of complications after gender-affirming penile inversion vaginoplasty.

research Immunohistochemical Expression of Cytokeratin 15, Cytokeratin 19, Follistatin, and Bmi-1 in Basal Cell Carcinoma

10 citations , December 2015 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

CK 15, follistatin, and Bmi-1 can help differentiate basal cell carcinoma from squamous cell carcinoma.

Correlation of Cutaneous Manifestations With Body Mass Index in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Patients in a Tertiary Care Centre: An Observational Study

research Correlation of Cutaneous Manifestations With Body Mass Index in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Patients in a Tertiary Care Centre: An Observational Study

1 citations , December 2021 in “Cureus”

Overweight PCOS patients often have skin issues like acne, but all PCOS patients should get lifestyle advice.

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community Completely Lost with my hair 20M

in Progress Pictures 34 upvotes 4 days ago

A 20-year-old experiencing hair loss uses minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, vitamin D, and biotin. They are considering finasteride or dutasteride and are advised to consult a doctor for diagnosis and possible oral treatments.

community Hormone tests to decide on oral fin

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 3 upvotes 2 months ago

The conversation discusses starting low-dose oral finasteride for hair loss, considering hormone levels and potential side effects like gynecomastia. Suggestions include using DIM for estradiol, vitamin B6 for prolactin, and lifestyle changes to optimize hormone profiles before starting treatment.

community Is Trump no longer on finasteride?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 258 upvotes 4 months ago

Trump's health report omits finasteride, sparking speculation about whether he stopped using it or switched treatments. Some believe he might not prioritize hair maintenance anymore.

community 2 years on fin only :) EOD. No sides.

in Progress Pictures 191 upvotes 1 year ago

A user shared their 2-year progress using finasteride every other day with no side effects. Others discussed their experiences, shedding cycles, and patience with the treatment.

community A little under 5 months, 1.5 mg min 1 mg fin

in Is this regrowth? 325 upvotes 3 weeks ago

The conversation is about a user's positive hair regrowth progress using 1.5 mg minoxidil and 1 mg finasteride over nearly five months. The user shares before-and-after photos, receiving praise and questions about their treatment and side effects.

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