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GlossaryHyperprolactinemia (elevated prolactin)

condition with abnormally high blood prolactin levels

Hyperprolactinemia is a condition characterized by an abnormally high level of prolactin in the blood. Prolactin is a hormone produced by the pituitary gland that primarily stimulates breast milk production after childbirth. Elevated levels can lead to symptoms such as irregular menstrual cycles in women, erectile dysfunction in men, and can sometimes be associated with conditions like pituitary tumors or hypothyroidism.

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research Diffuse Hair Loss Associated With Hyperprolactinaemia: Report of Three Cases

2 citations, February 2014 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

High levels of prolactin in the blood can be linked to widespread hair loss.

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research Low Sex-Hormone Binding Globulin Levels in Young Women with Diffuse Hair Loss

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Young women with diffuse hair loss may have low SHBG levels, which could lead to more active testosterone and contribute to their hair loss.

research A Case of Pituitary Hyperplasia Secondary to Uncontrolled Primary Hypothyroidism

April 2020 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society”

Taking thyroid medication reduced the patient's pituitary gland swelling and improved her symptoms.

research Current Evaluation of Amenorrhea

78 citations, November 2008 in “Fertility and Sterility”

Amenorrhea is relatively rare and initial testing should check FSH, TSH, and prolactin levels.

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community Finasteride influence on other hormones

cedmeister in Finasteride/Dutasteride 8 upvotes 3 years ago

Finasteride can affect hormone levels, potentially causing symptoms like puffy nipples and testicular pain, and may result in elevated prolactin and high testosterone. The user is seeking interpretation of these changes after taking finasteride.

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w4r0wn4ge in Update 6 upvotes 5 months ago

After 4 months of using topical finasteride and minoxidil, blood tests showed increased E2, Test, and Prolactine levels. The user is concerned about potential side effects like gyno and is seeking advice on managing these values.

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beardedthanos in Research/Science 40 upvotes 3 years ago

Dutasteride is more effective than finasteride, has neuroprotective benefits, and may prevent acne. Despite initial concerns about metabolic effects, further research suggests it is safe for most users, especially if not hypogonadal.

community Is Vitamin B6 + Pyridoxine the same as P5P? Want to use it to reduce my Prolactin.

RedRebellion94 in Treatment 2 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is considering using P5P to reduce high prolactin levels and is questioning if oral minoxidil could be contributing to the issue. They are also debating whether to switch from oral to topical minoxidil.

community 3 Month Diffuse Thinner Update. 23yo Korean.

Consistent-Gene1334 in Progress Pictures 736 upvotes 1 year ago

The user Consistent-Gene1334 shared their positive results in regrowing hair by using topical minoxidil and oral finasteride. Other users in the conversation praised the results and discussed the effectiveness of these treatments for diffuse thinning.

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