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GlossaryHemoglobin A1c

measures average blood sugar levels over the past three months

Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a form of hemoglobin that is chemically linked to glucose. It is used as a marker to measure the average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. This test is crucial for diagnosing and monitoring diabetes, as higher HbA1c levels indicate poorer blood sugar control.

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research The Five-Year Effects of Testosterone Replacement Therapy on Lipid Profile and Glucose Tolerance Among Hypogonadal Men in Japan: A Case Control Study

6 citations, January 2020 in “The Aging Male”

Testosterone replacement therapy improved blood sugar and fat levels without raising prostate cancer risk in Japanese men with low testosterone.

research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Diagnosis Does Not Predict Increased Hidradenitis Suppurativa Disease Severity

September 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Having PCOS does not make hidradenitis suppurativa worse.

research Treatment of Nonclassic 11-Hydroxylase Deficiency with Hair, Skin, and Nails, an Over-the-Counter, Insulin Sensitizing Vitamin/Mineral Supplement

April 2019 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society”

An over-the-counter vitamin/mineral supplement improved hair loss and blood sugar control in a woman with non-classic 11-hydroxylase deficiency.

research Association Between Hemoglobin A1c and the Severity of Androgenetic Alopecia Among Female Patients in a Specialty Alopecia Clinic

June 2024 in “Archives of Dermatological Research”

Higher blood sugar levels may lead to more severe hair loss in women.

research Finasteride Induced Hyperglycemia

1 citations, October 2023 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society”

Finasteride may worsen blood sugar control in diabetic patients.

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community Female, 27 years old, shedding/ balding despite being on what is considered to be a effective treatment plan for AGA. Considering Dut (oral) . Please help.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 26 upvotes 4 months ago

A 27-year-old woman with androgenic alopecia is losing hair despite using oral minoxidil and spironolactone, and is considering dutasteride. She is exploring causes like stress and medication side effects, planning tests, and considering treatment changes.

community Why am I significantly losing ground even though I am constantly adding to my stack?

in Is this regrowth? 18 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is experiencing significant hair loss despite using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, micro-needling, rosemary oil, and various vitamins. In the conversation, others suggest checking iron and hemoglobin levels, maintaining a positive attitude, and adding RU58841 to the treatment regimen.

community Dutasteride High Libido. How come we don't talk about this?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 212 upvotes 4 months ago

Dutasteride and finasteride can affect libido differently, with some experiencing increased libido and others decreased libido or erectile dysfunction. Dutasteride may increase testosterone levels but can also cause side effects like liver enzyme changes, while topical finasteride may have fewer sexual side effects.

community Seeking Advice: Unusual Hair Loss at 31 Years Old - Any Insights? (M)

in Chat 15 upvotes 11 months ago

A 31-year-old man who previously had good results with minoxidil, finasteride, and nizoral for hair loss is now experiencing unusual hair loss and side effects from finasteride. Respondents suggest it might be severe retrograde alopecia and recommend exploring other treatment options due to his inability to tolerate finasteride.

community Hormonal panel after 1 year of treatment - DHT levels doubled!!

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 8 upvotes 1 year ago

A 27-year-old man shared his hormonal panel results after one year of taking finasteride 1mg/day for hair loss, showing his DHT levels nearly doubled. He reported stabilized hair loss with mild side effects that resolved, and he is considering a hair transplant but is concerned about the increased DHT levels and potential treatment options.

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