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GlossaryMiscarriage

loss of a pregnancy before the 20th week

A miscarriage, also known as spontaneous abortion, is the loss of a pregnancy before the 20th week. It often occurs due to chromosomal abnormalities in the developing fetus, but can also be influenced by maternal health conditions, lifestyle factors, and environmental exposures. Symptoms may include vaginal bleeding, cramping, and the passage of tissue.

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research Testosterone, Sex Hormone-Binding Globulin, and Dehydroepiandrosterone Levels and Cervical Length of Egyptian Women with a History of Recurrent Miscarriages, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, and Without the Conditions at Three Stages of Pregnancy

1 citations , January 2023 in “Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology”

High DHEA and short cervical length in women with PCOS and recurrent miscarriages may harm pregnancy outcomes.

research Nonclassical Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia and Pregnancy

1 citations , January 2015 in “Case reports in endocrinology”

Women with nonclassical congenital adrenal hyperplasia may have a higher risk of fertility issues and miscarriages, and should get genetic counseling.

research Fertility Problems in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

January 2015 in “International journal of reproduction, contraception, obstetrics and gynecology”

Women with PCOS often have irregular periods, a higher chance of infertility and miscarriages, and may improve fertility with lifestyle changes and treatment.

research Is There Still a Place for Surgery in Patients with PCOS? A Review

May 2023 in “Life”

Surgery can be a safe and effective option for infertile women with PCOS who don't respond to medication and want to get pregnant.

research Nonclassic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Due to 21-Hydroxylase Deficiency: Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, and Treatment

49 citations , January 2010 in “International Journal of Pediatric Endocrinology”

The document concludes that Nonclassic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia requires personalized treatment plans to manage symptoms and fertility, with glucocorticoids being a common therapy.

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community Fertility - are/were you able to impregnate your SO while taking hair loss meds (such as fin/min/RU/keto/etc) ? Please share your stories 🙏

in Treatment 21 upvotes 2 years ago

People discussed their experiences with hair loss medications like finasteride and minoxidil affecting fertility. Some had successful pregnancies while on these medications, others took breaks from the medications when trying to conceive, and there were mixed opinions on the necessity of stopping treatment for conception and pregnancy.

community Clascoterone study going on right now

in Research/Science 354 upvotes 1 year ago

A user is participating in a phase 3 trial for Clascoterone, a topical acne medication that may stimulate hair growth, and will share results after 6 months. They will have a section of their hair shaved and marked with a tattoo for the study.

community Had a son while being on FIN, MUST READ

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 619 upvotes 2 years ago

A user shared his experience of having two healthy children while continuously using finasteride (Fin) for hair loss, challenging fears about its potential impact on fetal development. The discussion that followed included various perspectives, with some users sharing similar experiences, others expressing concerns about potential risks, and some emphasizing the need for more substantial evidence before drawing conclusions.

community (30M) 3 years Fin and 10 months min

in Progress Pictures 307 upvotes 1 year ago

A user shared their progress using 1.25g finasteride daily for 3 years and 5g oral minoxidil for 10 months, reporting positive results. They seek advice on further improving their hairline, with no significant side effects mentioned.

community Stopped taking 1mg Fin September 2024 - 3 months later….

in Progress Pictures 798 upvotes 9 months ago

The user stopped finasteride for three months to try for a baby but continued using minoxidil and micro-needling. They are concerned about hair shedding and plan to resume finasteride after the baby is born.

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