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research Screening Guidelines for Thyroid Function in Children with Alopecia Areata

August 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Children with alopecia areata should only get thyroid screening if they have Down syndrome, a family history of thyroid disease, atopy, or signs of thyroid problems.

research Biochemical Testing of the Thyroid: TSH Is the Best and Often Only Test Needed – A Review for Primary Care

115 citations, May 2016 in “Clinical Medicine & Research”

TSH is usually the only test needed to check thyroid function in primary care.

research Significant Effects of Mild Endogenous Hormonal Changes in Humans: Considerations for Low-Dose Testing

2 citations, March 2001 in “Environmental Health Perspectives”

Small hormonal imbalances can cause significant health problems, so more sensitive testing for hormone-disrupting chemicals is needed.

research Screening Guidelines for Thyroid Function in Children With Alopecia Areata

35 citations, October 2017 in “JAMA dermatology”

Children with alopecia areata should only have thyroid screening if they have Down syndrome, a history of atopy, family history of thyroid disease, or signs of thyroid problems.

research A Descriptive Study of Alopecia Patterns and Their Relation to Thyroid Dysfunction

22 citations, January 2013 in “International Journal of Trichology”

Hair loss is often linked to thyroid problems, especially in women and older people, and screening for thyroid issues is advised for those with hair loss.

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community Which vitamin deficiencies can lead to hair loss?

in Chat 69 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses potential vitamin deficiencies leading to hair loss, with a focus on Vitamin D and iron. Some individuals are using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, while others consider vitamin supplementation due to deficiencies.

community I am a dermatologist with a clinical interest in alopecia. AMA

in Will treatment work for me? 2 years ago

In this conversation, 4990 discussed various treatments for hair loss, including oral minoxidil, PRP, transplan, Jak inhibitors, Dutasteride, Finasteride, Olumiant, Ketoconazole, RU58841, microneedling, baricitinib, and CCCA. They recommended scalp biopsies in unclear cases of DUPA, twice weekly to twice daily shampooing for topical minoxidil users, and two sessions spaced one month apart with follow up at month three to determine the effectiveness of PRP treatment.

community Dutasteride Isn't Working? Get a Scalp Biopsy NOW

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 19 upvotes 2 weeks ago

Dutasteride may not be effective for everyone due to underlying issues, suggesting scalp biopsies for further diagnosis. Users discuss using higher doses of dutasteride, topical treatments, minoxidil, and pyrilutamide for hair loss management.

community Interesting article links major MPB theories to western diet (and life-style)

in Research/Science 58 upvotes 3 months ago

Poor diet and lifestyle contribute to male pattern baldness. Treatments like Minoxidil, dietary changes, and lifestyle adjustments may help slow hair loss.

community Is Keto shampoo 2% even worth starting?

in Ketoconazole 48 upvotes 6 months ago

Ketoconazole shampoo is primarily for scalp health and reducing inflammation, not hair regrowth. Combining ketoconazole with finasteride can yield similar results to using minoxidil and finasteride together.

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