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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Association Between Ovarian Volume and Serum Insulin Levels in Ovulatory Patients with Idiopathic Hirsutism
Higher insulin levels are linked to larger ovaries in women with idiopathic hirsutism.
research Serum Lipocalin-2 as an Insulin Resistance Marker in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Lipocalin-2 levels are higher in women with PCOS and may indicate insulin resistance.
research Serum Lipid Profile and Insulin Resistance in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with PCOS may have higher bad cholesterol and are at risk for blood sugar issues; lifestyle changes are recommended.
research Skin Expression of Mammalian Target of Rapamycin and Forkhead Box Transcription Factor O1, and Serum Insulin-Like Growth Factor-1 in Patients with Acne Vulgaris and Their Relationship with Diet
Eating a high-glycemic diet may worsen acne by increasing certain protein levels and expressions in the skin.
research The Association of Insulin Resistance and Metabolic Syndrome in Early Androgenetic Alopecia
People with early hair loss may have higher insulin levels and a greater chance of developing metabolic syndrome.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Interesting article links major MPB theories to western diet (and life-style)
Poor diet and lifestyle contribute to male pattern baldness. Treatments like Minoxidil, dietary changes, and lifestyle adjustments may help slow hair loss.
community IGFBP‐rP1 is a potential therapeutic target in androgenic alopecia
IGFBP‐rP1 shows potential for treating androgenic alopecia by influencing hair cycle transitions. Increasing IGF-1 levels may have similar effects to Minoxidil and 5-AR inhibitors in reducing hair loss.
community Bloodwork after 8 months on finasteride, is this normal?
A user on finasteride for 8 months shared bloodwork results showing increased testosterone and estradiol levels, with concerns about high LH. Responses advised monitoring for symptoms but noted levels are within reference ranges.
community Topical T3 study - 1000% Growth. Anyone tried it?
The conversation discusses using T3 (triiodothyronine) as a topical treatment for hair growth, with some users noting it showed promising results in studies but lacked follow-up. Users express interest in trying T3 due to its potential effectiveness compared to Minoxidil.
community How much would a high dose dutasteride scalp dht inhibition be?
The conversation discusses the potential for high doses of dutasteride to completely inhibit scalp DHT and speculates whether this could cure baldness when combined with a topical antiandrogen. Specific dosages mentioned are 0.5 mg reducing scalp DHT by 55% and 2.5 mg by about 79%.