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research Low level of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol is solely associated with greater severity of male androgenetic alopecia: A cross-sectional study of Thai population
research Serum lipoprotein (a) as an atherosclerosis risk factor in men with androgenic alopecia
Men with male pattern baldness may have a higher risk of heart disease due to increased levels of a specific lipid in their blood.
research Serum level of Apelin-12 in acne patients: Is it a marker of disease severity?
Higher apelin-12 levels may indicate more severe acne.
research Lipid levels in patients with lichen planus: a case-control study
People with lichen planus have higher bad cholesterol and lower good cholesterol, increasing their risk for heart disease.
research Inflammatory markers and Lp(a) levels as cardiovascular risk factors in androgenetic alopecia
AGA patients have higher heart disease risk.
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5 / 11 resultscommunity Hormonal panel after 1 year of treatment - DHT levels doubled!!
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.
community Dutasteride and elevated (LDL) cholesterol
The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss and noticed elevated cholesterol levels, questioning if dutasteride caused this change. They also take Vitamin D, biotin, magnesium, ginkgo biloba, omega-3, and NAC, and are concerned about the impact of these supplements and their health on cholesterol levels.
community Male pattern baldness is not cosmetic.
Male pattern baldness is linked to health risks and should be treated medically. Finasteride is effective and should be insurance-covered.
community What are your thoughts on pre-finasteride blood work?
The user is considering resuming finasteride after a 6-month break and is debating the necessity of extensive blood work, including hormone and health markers, to establish a baseline. They are unsure if the tests are necessary since they experienced no side effects previously.
community 5+ year users, what has your experience been on fin and dut?
Users discussed their experiences with hair loss treatments, primarily finasteride (Fin) and dutasteride (Dut), often combined with minoxidil (Min) and derma rolling. Many reported mixed results, with some seeing slowed hair loss and others experiencing side effects or minimal improvement.