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GlossaryMagnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

uses magnetic fields and radio waves to image body tissues

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a medical imaging technique that uses strong magnetic fields and radio waves to generate detailed images of the inside of the body. It is particularly useful for visualizing soft tissues, such as the brain, muscles, and organs, without the use of ionizing radiation.

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research Diagnosis and Differential Diagnosis of Tertiary Androgenetic Alopecia With Severe Alopecia Areata Based on High-Resolution MRI

June 2023 in “Skin Research and Technology”

High-resolution MRI can distinguish between tertiary androgenetic alopecia and severe alopecia areata by measuring scalp and tissue thickness and hair follicle depth.

research The Relative Frequency of Small Vessel Cerebrovascular Disease and Brain Atrophy in MRI of Patients With Psoriasis

April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

Psoriasis patients did not show more brain atrophy or small vessel disease than controls, but longer psoriasis duration was linked to more brain atrophy.

Clinical Usefulness of Non-Invasive Metabolic-Associated Fatty Liver Disease Risk Assessment Methods in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Relation to MRI Examination with the Ideal IQ Sequence

research Clinical Usefulness of Non-Invasive Metabolic-Associated Fatty Liver Disease Risk Assessment Methods in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Relation to MRI Examination with the Ideal IQ Sequence

September 2022 in “Biomedicines”

Lipid Accumulation Product and Free Androgens Index are effective for assessing fatty liver disease risk in women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.

Discriminating Between Virilizing Ovary Tumors and Ovary Hyperthecosis in Postmenopausal Women: Clinical Data, Hormonal Profiles, and Imaging Studies

research Discriminating Between Virilizing Ovary Tumors and Ovary Hyperthecosis in Postmenopausal Women: Clinical Data, Hormonal Profiles, and Imaging Studies

27 citations, April 2017 in “European journal of endocrinology”

The research found that MRI and certain hormone levels can help tell apart ovarian tumors from hyperthecosis in postmenopausal women, but tissue analysis is still needed for a definite diagnosis.

research Microimaging of Hairless Rat Skin by Magnetic Resonance at 900 MHz

21 citations, September 2008 in “Magnetic Resonance Imaging”

MRI can effectively image skin structures noninvasively.

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community Female with hair loss - turns out it’s been thyroid cancer

in Update 284 upvotes 11 months ago

A woman with hair loss discovered she has thyroid cancer, which was found during an MRI and confirmed with an ultrasound. She advises others with symptoms to see a doctor and shares that her cancer was detected after her dog sniffed her neck and she experienced neck pain.

community Low normal DHT but still losing the hairs from the front scalp. Looking for suggestions on what treatment can be used to treat hair loss ?

in Research/Science 8 upvotes 1 year ago

A 31-year-old male with low normal-range testosterone and DHT is experiencing significant hair loss from the front scalp. He has tried Minoxidil, vitamin D3 and B12 supplements, and exercises regularly but is still seeking the root cause and effective treatment.

community 8 week - sharing Finasteride blood test update

in Progress Pictures 6 upvotes 11 months ago

A 32-year-old male started taking 0.5mg of finasteride daily for hair thinning and, after 8 weeks, experienced a 70% reduction in DHT and an increase in estradiol; he is currently in the shedding phase of treatment and questioning if the dosage is correct based on his DHT levels. He began with a lower dose due to already low normal testosterone and DHT levels.

community Topical Saw Palmetto: An Alternative to Microdosing Topical Finasteride?

in Product 16 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is exploring topical Saw Palmetto as a milder alternative to microdosing topical Finasteride for hair loss, aiming to minimize systemic DHT impact. They plan to experiment with this herbal remedy for a year to assess its effectiveness on their mild androgenetic alopecia without significant side effects.

community No, Finasteride as a treatment for MPB was not an "accident"

in Research/Science 105 upvotes 3 years ago

Finasteride was intentionally developed to treat BPH and later approved for male pattern baldness (MPB) due to its 5AR inhibition effects. The delay in MPB approval was due to concerns about off-label use for female hirsutism and the prioritization of treating a more debilitating condition.

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