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research The utilisation of cardiac risk ratio and non-HDL cholesterol markers to assess cardiovascular risk in type 2 diabetes males with lowered serum DHT

July 2022 in “International Journal of Health Sciences”

This study assessed lipid parameters and serum DHT levels in type 2 diabetes patients, but the abstract does not specify the findings about their association.

research Age-Related Macular Degeneration in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia: Could the Monocyte/HDL Ratio Be the Link?

October 2023 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual”

In this study, AMD was observed more frequently in AGA patients, and a higher monocyte/HDL ratio was associated with increased AMD severity, especially in men.

research Study of Association of Dyslipidemia in Male Androgenetic Alopecia Patients in a Tertiary Care Hospital

January 2024 in “Cureus”

This study found that androgenetic alopecia in men was significantly associated with dyslipidemia, particularly in more severe cases, suggesting it could be a marker for systemic illness.

research From Hairline to Lipid Line: Prevalence and Spectrum of Dyslipidemia in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia – A Hospital-Based Study

December 2025 in “Journal of Skin and Stem Cell”

This study found a higher prevalence of lipid abnormalities in individuals with androgenetic alopecia, especially in severe cases, highlighting the need for early screening and treatment to prevent cardiovascular complications.

research Cardiovascular and Metabolic Risk Profiles Across Different Phenotypes of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

November 2025 in “Journal of Contemporary Medicine”

This study observed that women with PCOS exhibited higher levels of triglycerides, fasting insulin, HOMA-IR, total testosterone, DHEAS, and LH/FSH ratio, and lower HDL cholesterol compared to healthy controls, with these markers varying across different PCOS phenotypes.

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community A warning to those thinking about using Dutasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 99 upvotes 6 years ago

The potential risks of long-term use of Dutasteride and how it may be linked to elevated liver enzymes, cholesterol levels, and decreased testosterone. Alternative treatments such as Finasteride and RU58841 were also discussed.

community What are your thoughts on pre-finasteride blood work?

1 upvotes 3 years ago

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 We are manipulating our hormones, surely it's prudent to track bloodwork ?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 64 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses whether individuals using hair loss treatments like Dutasteride (Dut) or Finasteride (Fin) should regularly check their hormone levels through bloodwork. Some argue it's important to monitor the effects of these medications on hormone levels, while others believe it's unnecessary if there are no side effects, citing cost and practicality concerns.

community if Post Finasteride Syndrome is real. Why is it only the negative effects and not positive have log term effect?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 63 upvotes 5 months ago

Finasteride is used for hair loss, with mixed reports of no side effects and claims of long-term negative effects known as Post Finasteride Syndrome (PFS). The conversation debates the existence and causes of PFS, with differing opinions on whether it is psychological or real.

community liver problem from finasteride/dutasteride

13 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses liver issues potentially linked to long-term use of finasteride and dutasteride, with users sharing similar experiences of elevated liver enzymes, high cholesterol, and other health concerns. The consensus suggests stopping the medication and consulting a healthcare professional for proper diagnosis and treatment.

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