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GlossaryHematocrit (HCT)

percentage of blood volume occupied by red blood cells

Hematocrit (HCT) is a blood test that measures the proportion of red blood cells in your blood. It is expressed as a percentage, with normal ranges typically being around 38-46% for women and 40-54% for men. This measurement is crucial for diagnosing and monitoring conditions like anemia, dehydration, and polycythemia.

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research Graft-Versus-Host Disease: Comprehensive Overview by the American Academy of Dermatology

58 citations, April 2012 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Graft-versus-host disease is a complication where donor immune cells attack the recipient's body, often affecting the skin, liver, and gastrointestinal tract.

research Genetic Variants in AR and SHBG and Resistance to Hormonal Castration in Prostate Cancer

6 citations, February 2013 in “Medical Oncology”

Certain genetic variants increase the risk of resistance to hormone therapy in prostate cancer patients.

research Screening of Helicobacter Pylori Infection in Patients With Telogen Effluvium

April 2024 in “Benha Medical Journal”

H. pylori infection may be linked to the hair shedding condition Telogen Effluvium.

research Vibrational Spectroscopic Investigation and Molecular Structure of a 5α-Reductase Inhibitor: Finasteride

January 2021 in “Figshare”

Finasteride's molecular properties and active sites were identified using computational methods.

research 69-Year-Old Man With Dysuria and Right Lower Abdominal Pain

June 2022 in “Mayo Clinic Proceedings”

The man was diagnosed with stage III multiple myeloma and treated to improve kidney function.

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community Puffy eyes / fluid retention on Oral Minoxidil? Add an ACEi or ARB! NOT MEDICAL ADVICE

in Minoxidil 8 upvotes 3 years ago

Oral Minoxidil can cause puffy eyes and fluid retention. Adding an ACE inhibitor or ARB, like Telmisartan, may help mitigate these side effects.

community Nearing 3 Year Hair Journey 2021-2023

in Progress Pictures 113 upvotes 11 months ago

The user shared their nearly 3-year hair loss treatment journey, starting with minoxidil, then adding finasteride, nizoral shampoo, and microneedling, later incorporating oral minoxidil and RU58841, and recently switching to dutasteride. They are considering replacing RU58841 with pyrilutamide and are aware of the potential side effects of oral minoxidil on heart health.

community Should I get transplant #4 or just shave my head?

in Transplants 170 upvotes 4 months ago

A 36-year-old considering a fourth hair transplant is advised to either shave his head or use a hair system due to poor results from previous transplants and late medication use. He plans to consult top surgeons and adjust his current treatments, including finasteride and minoxidil.