research Correlation between sebum level and severity of male androgenetic alopecia
This study found a very strong positive correlation between sebum levels and the severity of androgenetic alopecia in men.
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research Terbinafine levels in serum, stratum corneum, dermis-epidermis (without stratum corneum), hair, sebum and eccrine sweat.
In this study, terbinafine reached high concentrations in stratum corneum and sebum after oral administration, with drug levels remaining above fungicidal concentrations for over three weeks.
research Serum ferritin levels amongst individuals with acne
In this hospital-based study, researchers found that serum ferritin levels were significantly lower in individuals with acne compared to healthy controls, suggesting a possible link between iron deficiency and acne pathogenesis.
research Serum Levels of Retinol-Binding Protein 4 and Adiponectin in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Associations with Visceral Fat But No Evidence for Fat Mass-Independent Effects on Pathogenesis in This Condition
This study concluded that although RBP4 and adiponectin levels are associated with visceral fat, they do not independently contribute to the development of PCOS.
research Serum level of interleukin-15 in active alopecia areata patients and its relation to age, sex, and disease severity
This study found that elevated serum levels of IL-15 in active alopecia areata patients are correlated with disease severity, suggesting it plays a role in disease pathogenesis.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity My case study: DHT serum levels unresponsive to higher topical fin dosages.
The user has been using liposomal topical finasteride since late 2022, progressively increasing the dose, but DHT serum levels remain largely unchanged. Despite using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and ketoconazole, hair condition has neither improved nor worsened.
community Dutasteride mesotherapy doesn’t impact your bodies serum hormone levels?
Dutasteride mesotherapy may stabilize hair loss and improve hair without significantly affecting serum DHT levels, but it can still have systemic effects. Users discuss using topical and oral dutasteride, with some experiencing side effects and considering hair transplants.
community 14 months on Fin, Total T 899, serum DHT 276 — high total T may still drive scalp DHT even when blood levels look controlled
A 23-year-old male has been using finasteride and topical minoxidil for 14 months with slight improvement, but recent shedding led him to switch to a new minoxidil formulation without success. He is considering using topical RU58841 or dutasteride to better address scalp DHT, as his bloodwork shows high total testosterone and mid-range DHT levels.
community Sebum on scalp has reduced, what gives ?
The reduction in scalp oiliness is likely due to finasteride reducing DHT levels and the use of ketoconazole shampoo. The combination of these treatments may have decreased sebum production.
community Unexpected Serum DHT Elevation after Generic Dutasteride Use.
Switching from finasteride to a generic dutasteride led to unexpectedly high DHT levels, prompting a switch to a reputed brand and consideration of softgel capsules for better absorption. The user plans to retest DHT levels and may return to finasteride if issues persist.
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10 / 801 results- Could a daily serum with Baicapil help revive dormant hair follicles before it’s too late? Yes, a daily serum with Baicapil may help revive dormant hair follicles.
- Can a lash-growth serum like bimatoprost actually work for your scalp? Bimatoprost (Latisse) is approved for eyelashes, not the scalp; two Allergan phase 2 trials in men with androgenetic alopecia posted results to ClinicalTrials.gov but were never published in a peer-reviewed journal, so scalp use remains off-label and experimental.
- What’s the difference between using hyaluronic acid as a serum on the scalp versus taking it as a supplement? Hyaluronic acid serum hydrates the scalp surface, while supplements may support overall hair health.
- Are exosomes applied as a serum, an injection, or combined with other hair treatments? Exosomes are typically injected directly or combined with other hair treatments.
- Are there any visible side effects when using rapamycin cream or serum on the scalp? Visible side effects may include skin irritation or redness when using rapamycin on the scalp.
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