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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 Pre Finasteride Treatment, is testing for free DHT necessary?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about whether testing for free DHT is necessary before starting Finasteride for hair loss, despite having other hormone tests available. One person suggests that genetic response to DHT is more important than DHT levels and advises starting Finasteride without the free DHT test.

      community Please take a vitamin & hormone test

      in Chat  256 upvotes 1 week ago
      Checking vitamin and hormone levels is important for addressing hair loss, as deficiencies in vitamin D, zinc, and iron can affect hair growth. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamin supplements are used, but addressing deficiencies is crucial for effectiveness.

      community Gyno & testoterone level

      in Finasteride  282 upvotes 6 months ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride and back to finasteride led to gynecomastia and fatigue, likely due to hormonal imbalances. Suggested treatments include Tamoxifen, Raloxifene, or low-dose Anastrozole, with a recommendation to test testosterone and estradiol levels.