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research Fibrinogen and LDL apheresis in treatment of sudden hearing loss: a randomised multicentre trial

177 citations , December 2002 in “The Lancet”

In this study, single fibrinogen/LDL apheresis showed a significant improvement in speech perception for patients with plasma fibrinogen concentrations over 295 mg/dL compared to standard treatment for sudden sensorineural hearing loss.

research RETRACTED: Serum lipids may causally affect the occurrence of alopecia areata: A Mendelian randomization study

3 citations , June 2024 in “Skin Research and Technology”

Higher LDL lipids may increase alopecia areata risk, while higher triglycerides may decrease it.

research Serum lipid profile and insulin resistance in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

5 citations , June 2018 in “Journal of Diabetes, Metabolic Disorders & Control”

This study found that women with polycystic ovary syndrome have higher triglyceride and fasting glucose levels in obese individuals and higher total cholesterol levels in non-obese individuals compared to healthy women.

research A Comparative Analysis of Serum Irisin Levels and Body Composition Indices in Women With and Without Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

1 citations , October 2024 in “Cureus”

This study reported that women with polycystic ovarian syndrome have higher serum irisin levels, which are associated with metabolic and hormonal imbalances, including hyperandrogenism, total cholesterol, and visceral fat.

research Severity of Androgenetic Alopecia and its Association with Serum Lipid Levels: A Case Control Study from a Tertiary Care Center

May 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology”

This study found that in males with androgenetic alopecia, greater severity was significantly associated with elevated total cholesterol and triglyceride levels, suggesting a need for cardiovascular risk screening.

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community Male pattern baldness is not cosmetic.

224 upvotes 9 months ago

Male pattern baldness is linked to health risks and should be treated medically. Finasteride is effective and should be insurance-covered.

community DHT results after 1 year on dutasteride, confused and seeking guidance

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 107 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is experiencing rapid hair loss despite using dutasteride, finasteride, and minoxidil, and is concerned about high estradiol and testosterone levels. They are advised to consult an endocrinologist for potential hormonal imbalances.

community We are manipulating our hormones, surely it's prudent to track bloodwork ?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 64 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses whether individuals using hair loss treatments like Dutasteride (Dut) or Finasteride (Fin) should regularly check their hormone levels through bloodwork. Some argue it's important to monitor the effects of these medications on hormone levels, while others believe it's unnecessary if there are no side effects, citing cost and practicality concerns.

community What are your thoughts on pre-finasteride blood work?

1 upvotes 3 years ago

The user is considering resuming finasteride after a 6-month break and is debating the necessity of extensive blood work, including hormone and health markers, to establish a baseline. They are unsure if the tests are necessary since they experienced no side effects previously.

community Finasteride is Good for Heart Health!

in Research/Science 119 upvotes 2 years ago

Finasteride, a hair loss and prostate drug, may also benefit heart health. Some users discuss the potential negative effects of DHT on the heart and the balance between hair loss treatments and heart health.

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learn Baicapil

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.

learn Bimatoprost

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.

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