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    GlossaryHypertriglyceridemia (elevated triglycerides)

    condition with elevated triglyceride levels in the blood

    Hypertriglyceridemia, also known as high triglycerides, is a condition where there is an elevated level of triglycerides in the blood. Triglycerides are a type of fat that the body uses for energy, but high levels can increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases and may be associated with other conditions like obesity, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome.

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      an estrogen promoting hair regrowth more commonly used in women

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      Oral Retinoids in Dermatology

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      52 citations, June 1981 in “International Journal of Dermatology”
      Oral retinoids are effective for severe skin conditions but require careful use due to side effects.
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      research Adverse Reactions to Oral Retinoids: An Update

      53 citations, October 1993 in “Drug Safety”
      Oral retinoids can cause side effects ranging from mild to severe, including birth defects, and require careful monitoring and contraception.
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      January 1982 in “Side effects of drugs annual”
      High doses of certain vitamins can cause serious side effects and health risks.

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      Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

      community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

      in Research  692 upvotes 4 months ago
      Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

      community How I started reversing Male Pattern Baldness naturally ?

      in Question  6 upvotes 7 years ago
      The user reversed male pattern baldness using a pro-thyroid diet, lifestyle changes, and scalp stimulation exercises, without Minoxidil or Finasteride. They reported reduced dandruff, itchiness, oiliness, and experienced hair regrowth and thickening over 15 months.

      community Does lowering serum prolactin lower prolactin in the scalp?

      in Research/Science  13 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses whether not masturbating (semen retention) affects hair loss, with opinions varying but generally dismissing the idea. Some participants mention using hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841, but the effectiveness and relation to prolactin levels in the scalp are debated.

      community Bile Acid-Mediated DHT Dysregulation Hypothesis

      in Research/Science  13 upvotes 1 month ago
      Elevated bile acids can inhibit the enzyme AKR1C2, leading to increased DHT levels, which may accelerate hair loss in those predisposed to androgenetic alopecia. Treatments mentioned include topical minoxidil and finasteride.