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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 Antihepcidin Antibody Treatment Modulates Iron Metabolism and Is Effective in a Mouse Model of Inflammation-Induced Anemia

245 citations , January 2010 in “Blood”

Antihepcidin antibodies may treat inflammation-induced anemia by improving iron metabolism.

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.

research The Effect of Replenishment of Iron Stores After Phlebotomy Therapy in Porphyria Cutanea Tarda

63 citations , January 1971 in “Acta Medica Scandinavica”

Replenishing iron after phlebotomy can cause relapse in porphyria cutanea tarda.

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community 7 day break from Fin in order to donate blood?

in General 143 upvotes 8 months ago

A user needs to stop finasteride for 7 days to donate blood due to haemochromatosis. They are concerned if this break will affect their hair loss progress after 6 weeks of use.

community PSA: You can’t donate blood if you are taking finasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 280 upvotes 2 months ago

Finasteride users cannot donate blood due to potential risks to pregnant women, requiring a one-month cessation before donating. Dutasteride requires a six-month deferral, and topical applications are not restricted.

community I just made my own PRP - DIY PRP

in Research/Science 552 upvotes 2 years 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 18 upvotes 3 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 3 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.