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Clinical and Laboratory Characteristics of Individuals Aged 17 Years or Younger With Homeostatic Iron Regulator (HFE) p.C282Y Homozygosity, a Common Hemochromatosis Genotype

research Clinical and Laboratory Characteristics of Individuals Aged 17 Years or Younger With Homeostatic Iron Regulator (HFE) p.C282Y Homozygosity, a Common Hemochromatosis Genotype

1 citations, December 2023 in “Curēus”

Most children with a common hemochromatosis genotype had elevated iron levels but no severe symptoms.

research Serum Ferritin Levels: A Clinical Guide in Patients With Hair Loss

1 citations, August 2023 in “Cutis”

Low ferritin levels can indicate iron deficiency as a cause of hair loss.

research Proceedings of the RAMI Intern Section Meeting, 18th January 2014

2 citations, July 2014 in “Irish Journal of Medical Science”

The meeting discussed medical findings, including benefits of certain treatments for cancer and heart conditions, and highlighted issues like poor adherence to preventive measures and skill gaps among interns.

Effect of Phlebotomy Versus Oral Contraceptives Containing Cyproterone Acetate on Clinical and Biochemical Parameters in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Trial

research Effect of Phlebotomy Versus Oral Contraceptives Containing Cyproterone Acetate on Clinical and Biochemical Parameters in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Trial

7 citations, August 2019 in “Journal of Ovarian Research”

Blood removal and birth control pills both helped with hormone levels in women with PCOS, but birth control was better for regular periods and blood removal had fewer side effects.

research 66-Year-Old Woman With Painless Vesicular Lesions

June 2009 in “Mayo Clinic Proceedings”

A woman was diagnosed with porphyria cutanea tarda and improved with phlebotomy and lifestyle changes.

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community I just made my own PRP - DIY PRP

in Research/Science 548 upvotes 1 year ago

The post and conversation are about a user who made their own Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) for hair loss treatment at home, using their own blood and a centrifuge. The responses vary, with some users supporting the DIY approach to save money, others expressing concern about the safety and effectiveness of the method, and a few joking about the lengths people will go to combat hair loss.

community Iron Overload and Vitamin D Deficiency - Male Hair Loss

in Treatment 19 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically minoxidil, vitamin D supplements, and the potential impact of iron overload. The user experienced hair regrowth with high-dose vitamin D but faced hair thinning again after reducing the dosage, and is now exploring the role of iron overload in hair loss.

community 18->24 six years of Fin and Minox…. I guess we can’t all be winners 😭

in Progress Pictures 572 upvotes 2 years ago

A user named "EgyptStar81" who has been dealing with hair loss since age 15 due to genetics, chemotherapy and finasteride/minoxidil treatment. Possible solutions such as dutasteride, oral minoxidil, hair transplants and extensions were suggested.