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    GlossaryPolycystic Ovary Syndrome

    hormonal disorder causing irregular periods, excess androgens, and ovarian cysts

    Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder common among women of reproductive age, characterized by irregular menstrual periods, excess androgen levels, and polycystic ovaries. It can lead to symptoms such as weight gain, acne, and hair thinning or loss (alopecia), and is associated with an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

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      community having hair loss as a teen SUCKS. A LOT.

      in Female  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      A teenage girl who has been diagnosed with ADA and is struggling with hair loss, which has caused her to lose confidence. She is looking for recommendations on treatments such as finasteride or Minoxidil, and lifestyle advice including vitamins and other supplements that might help with the issue.

      community My scalp punch biopsy results🤔?

      in Female  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      Female using Rogaine foam for hair loss had scalp punch biopsy, diagnosed with Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA). Doctor recommended starting Spironolactone 50mg.
      Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

      community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

      in Research  692 upvotes 1 month ago
      Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

      community Bryan Johnson just dropped his anti hair loss formula

      in Treatment  339 upvotes 7 months ago
      Bryan Johnson shared his hair loss treatment, which mainly relies on minoxidil and finasteride. Some users are skeptical of his results, while others appreciate his efforts in anti-aging and hair loss research.