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5 / 1000+ results![Update on the Genetics of Androgenetic Alopecia, Female Pattern Hair Loss, and Alopecia Areata: Implications for Molecular Diagnostic Testing](/images/research/d9066ee5-9d5a-4cf4-b228-4f8290614cc8/small/3236.jpg)
research Update on the Genetics of Androgenetic Alopecia, Female Pattern Hair Loss, and Alopecia Areata: Implications for Molecular Diagnostic Testing
Genetic factors affect hair loss, and molecular testing may help predict, diagnose, and treat it.
![Ratio of ovarian stroma and total ovarian area by ultrasound in prediction of hyperandrogenemia in reproductive-aged Thai women with polycystic ovary syndrome: A diagnostic test](/images/research/5866b35a-d3d7-4b42-a42b-6f8bb280a354/small/14327.jpg)
research Ratio of ovarian stroma and total ovarian area by ultrasound in prediction of hyperandrogenemia in reproductive-aged Thai women with polycystic ovary syndrome: A diagnostic test
Ultrasound measurement of the ovarian stroma to total area ratio is not a reliable single predictor of high male hormone levels in Thai women with PCOS, but works better when combined with clinical signs.
![Diagnostic challenges in determining alopecia areata](/images/research/ccb41576-24bc-4f21-86f6-ad7e820e7715/small/18963.jpg)
research Diagnostic challenges in determining alopecia areata
Diagnosing alopecia areata is challenging and requires careful examination and various tests to distinguish it from other hair loss types.
![Assessment of diagnostic competence of plasmatic androgens on polycystic ovary syndrome based on receiver operator characteristic curves](/images/research/836bb9c2-cd49-4a7e-8f2a-2f7f0ea14cfc/small/14837.jpg)
research Assessment of diagnostic competence of plasmatic androgens on polycystic ovary syndrome based on receiver operator characteristic curves
Free Testosterone Index, bioavailable testosterone, and androstenedione are the most accurate for diagnosing excess male hormones in PCOS.
research Emerging Diagnostic and Therapeutic Potentials of Human Hair Proteomics
Hair protein analysis could improve medical testing and understanding of hair characteristics.
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5 / 161 resultscommunity Estradiol blood test on fin. Doctor dont want to give me the test.
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 Can we once and for all clarify whether tretinoin helps or hurts hair?
Tretinoin's effect on hair loss is debated; some say it improves minoxidil's effectiveness, while others claim it causes hair loss. Treatments discussed include tretinoin, minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and dermarolling.
community Blood test showing major reduction in DHT on finasteride results
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 Testosterone and hair loss seeming irrelevance
The conversation is about the role of testosterone in hair loss and the effectiveness of different treatments. The conclusion is that DHT is the main culprit for hair loss, and finasteride has been proven to work long-term in maintaining and regrowing hair. Testosterone may have a minor effect, but it is not the primary cause of hair loss.
community Pre Fin Bloodwork To Check Other Potential Issues
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.