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research Premature androgenic alopecia and insulin resistance. Male equivalent of polycystic ovary syndrome?

12 citations , December 2005 in “PubMed”

This study suggests that some men with premature androgenic alopecia may have hormonal profiles similar to women with polycystic ovary syndrome, potentially indicating a male equivalent of the condition.

research Comparing classic and newer phenotypes in Greek PCOS women: the prevalence of metabolic syndrome and their association with insulin resistance.

8 citations , November 2012 in “Journal of Endocrinological Investigation”

This study found that Greek women with classic PCOS phenotypes have a higher risk of metabolic syndrome and impaired glucose homeostasis compared to those with newer PCOS phenotypes.

research The presence of insulin resistance and comparison of various insulin sensivity indices in women with androgenetic alopecia.

7 citations , May 2007 in “PubMed”

This study found that women with androgenetic alopecia were more insulin resistant than healthy controls, suggesting the use of beta cell function and insulin sensitivity indices to measure insulin resistance in this population.

research Effect of metformin by employing 2-hour postload insulin for measuring insulin resistance in Taiwanese women with polycystic ovary syndrome

6 citations , April 2016 in “Journal of the Formosan Medical Association”

This study found that metformin treatment improved clinical outcomes in Taiwanese women with polycystic ovary syndrome, notably in overweight and insulin-resistant patients.

research Predictors of insulin resistance among women with acne vulgaris and polycystic ovarian syndrome presenting to a tertiary care hospital in North India

June 2021 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology”

This study found that one-third of females with acne and PCOS also showed insulin resistance, suggesting that women with these conditions should be evaluated for impaired glucose tolerance.

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community Female androgenetic alopecia (w/ PCOS) starting treatment

4 upvotes 1 year ago

A female with PCOS and androgenetic alopecia is starting treatment with oral Minoxidil, topical Minoxidil 5% with finasteride, and plans to add mesotherapy. She previously tried anti-androgenic contraceptive pills but couldn't tolerate them and is using Myo Inositol for weight management.

community Purchasing and Shipping Alpecin DMG to the United States.

3 upvotes 1 year ago

A user is seeking help to purchase and ship Alpecin DMG to the United States due to issues with eBay sellers. They prefer Alpecin DMG over minoxidil because of concerns about minoxidil's effects on insulin production, as they have diabetes.

community Severe copper deficiency, and also zinc deficiency. Looking for testimonials.

2 upvotes 9 months ago

A 36-year-old man with androgenetic alopecia suspects copper and zinc deficiencies may be accelerating hair loss and is supplementing copper to address this. He is also monitoring blood sugar levels due to previous prediabetes concerns and plans to test for insulin resistance.

community 22M High Estrogen after blood test

1 upvotes 7 months ago

A 22-year-old male with high estrogen levels is considering finasteride for hair loss but is concerned about potential side effects due to his hormone levels and family history of diabetes. Users suggest consulting a doctor, possibly an endocrinologist, and considering lifestyle changes like diet and exercise to address visceral fat and insulin resistance before starting treatment.

community Now i want to see if this DHT survives

in Treatment 33 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses using minoxidil, finasteride, spironolactone, and RU58841 for hair loss treatment. Users share experiences with these treatments, noting side effects and varying effectiveness.

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Can metformin improve scalp health in people with insulin resistance or PCOS? There is no controlled trial showing that metformin improves scalp hair. The PCOS studies most often cited measured unwanted body hair, not scalp density, and a published case report describes hair loss during metformin treatment; any use for hair would be off-label and a decision for a prescribing doctor.

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