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    GlossaryHormone Tests

    measure levels of specific hormones in bodily fluids

    Hormone tests, also known as hormonal testing, are medical procedures used to measure the levels of specific hormones in the blood, urine, or saliva. These tests help diagnose and monitor conditions related to hormonal imbalances, such as thyroid disorders, diabetes, and reproductive issues, and can be crucial in understanding underlying causes of symptoms like hair loss or alopecia.

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      community Fin raised my estrogen but also testosterone?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  17 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced initial side effects from finasteride, including erectile dysfunction and emotional changes, but later noticed increased muscle mass and assertiveness. Hormonal tests showed elevated estrogen and prolactin levels, which slightly decreased over time; the user plans lifestyle changes to see if they help.

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      in Female  450 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 29-year-old woman is experiencing gradual hair thinning since age 15, suspects Androgenic Alopecia, and has tried 5% minoxidil with little success. She has purchased various hair loss treatments including minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, and spironolactone, but is cautious about starting them due to potential interactions with her ADHD medication.

      community Should i seek further blood tests given my levels?

      in Finasteride  98 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is experiencing low libido and mood swings after starting a low dose of topical finasteride. They are considering further blood tests to investigate low testosterone levels and other hormonal factors.

      community Very low free test from 3 months of finasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 week ago
      A user experienced decreased free testosterone levels after three months of using finasteride, despite positive results in hair shedding reduction. They are considering switching to topical finasteride and plan to conduct further blood tests, including checking SHBG levels, to understand the hormonal changes.