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    Glossary Hormone 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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    1. Finasteride Popular 5-alpha reductase inhibitor that lowers DHT, taken as a pill or used topically
    2. Hydrocortisone Mild corticosteroid used on the skin and scalp
    3. Bicalutamide Nonsteroidal anti-androgen, originally a prostate cancer drug
    4. Dutasteride 5-alpha reductase inhibitor that blocks both enzyme types, a stronger DHT blocker than finasteride
    5. Azelaic Acid Acid used in acne and rosacea creams