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GlossaryMetabolic Syndrome (MetS)

cluster of conditions increasing heart disease, stroke, diabetes risk

Metabolic Syndrome, also known as MetS, is a cluster of conditions that occur together, increasing the risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. These conditions include increased blood pressure, high blood sugar levels, excess body fat around the waist, and abnormal cholesterol or triglyceride levels.

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research Phenotype and Metabolic Profile of South Asian Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Results from a Specialist Endocrine Clinic

111 citations, November 2010 in “Human Reproduction”

South Asian women with PCOS are more likely to have metabolic issues and central obesity, and simple measures like waist size and blood pressure can help identify these risks early.

research Metabolic Syndrome and the Skin: A More Than Superficial Association

52 citations, February 2018 in “Diabetology & Metabolic Syndrome”

Some skin conditions may indicate metabolic syndrome, which could help with early detection and management of related health issues.

research Gender-Specific Association of Androgenetic Alopecia with Metabolic Syndrome in a Middle-Aged Korean Population

37 citations, April 2012 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Female hair loss linked to metabolic syndrome, not in males.

research Afamin Serum Concentrations Are Associated With Insulin Resistance and Metabolic Syndrome in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

33 citations, September 2014 in “Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology”

High afamin levels are linked to metabolic syndrome and may predict its development in women with insulin resistance.

research Metabolic Syndrome and Metabolic Risk Profile According to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Phenotype

32 citations, April 2016 in “Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Research”

Women with severe types of PCOS are more likely to have metabolic syndrome, and belly fat is a key predictor of this risk.

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community Starting Pyrilutamide tomorrow. Will keep everyone updated

in Research/Science 179 upvotes 2 years ago

The user healthydudenextdoor starting a new topical anti-androgen hair loss treatment, Pyrilutamide, and discussing their current regimen of finasteride and minoxidil.

community Proposed new pathogenesis model for androgenetic alopecia (AGA)

in Research/Science 8 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses a new model for understanding androgenetic alopecia (AGA), linking it to dietary and lifestyle factors similar to PCOS, and highlighting the role of DHT, vascular damage, and inflammation. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community Pyrilutamide starting today. 180mls.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 15 upvotes 2 years ago

Hair loss treatments and the user's plan to start using Pyrilutamide, a combination of Minoxidil and Finasteride.

community 4,5 months results: Fin, Minoxidil, microneedling. Details in comment

in Progress Pictures 444 upvotes 2 years ago

User shared 4.5-month hair loss treatment results using Fin, Minoxidil, and microneedling. Others discussed postponing hair transplant and adjusting microneedling depth.

community Improve your micronnedling progress/results using betadine

in Microneedling 74 upvotes 3 years ago

A user shared their hair regrowth success using microneedling with a dermaroller every 6 days and minoxidil, recommending betadine (povidone-iodine) before microneedling to sterilize the scalp and enhance results. Another user noted the potential risks of iodine toxicity.

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