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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 Circulating and/or Cutaneous Irisin Resistance: A Novel Link Among Androgenetic Alopecia, Comorbid Metabolic Syndrome and Cardiovascular Risks

May 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”

Androgenetic alopecia is linked to higher cardiovascular and metabolic risks, possibly due to irisin resistance.

research Metabolic Syndrome Prevalence in Psoriasis

32 citations, April 2014 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology”

People with psoriasis are more likely to have Metabolic Syndrome than those without psoriasis.

research The Frequency of Metabolic Syndrome Is Higher Among Brazilian Women With PCOS, Menstrual Irregularity, and Hyperandrogenism

32 citations, November 2011 in “Reproductive Sciences”

Brazilian women with PCOS and both menstrual irregularity and high male hormone levels have a higher chance of having metabolic syndrome.

research Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of the Association Between Metabolic Syndrome and Androgenetic Alopecia

3 citations, December 2021 in “Acta dermato-venereologica”

People with androgenetic alopecia have a higher risk of metabolic syndrome.

research Androgenetic Alopecia and Metabolic Syndrome: Is Alarin a Missing Link?

July 2022 in “PubMed”

Higher alarin levels might link hair loss and metabolic syndrome.

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community Starting Pyrilutamide tomorrow. Will keep everyone updated

in Research/Science 178 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.

Compressed part of research of theory of androgenic/anabolitic balance. AGA h-responders analytic. Theory of physio-metabolitic method of anti AGA treatment

community Compressed part of research of theory of androgenic/anabolitic balance. AGA h-responders analytic. Theory of physio-metabolitic method of anti AGA treatment

in Research 863 upvotes 4 months ago

The treatment for androgenetic alopecia involves using finasteride and minoxidil with intense exercise and cold exposure to boost metabolism and reduce androgenic effects, potentially leading to hair regrowth. This approach may activate biological pathways for improved hair and overall health.

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

in Progress Pictures 452 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.

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