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GlossaryThyroid Peroxidase Antibodies

immune proteins attacking thyroid enzyme, linked to autoimmune disorders

Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies (TPO Antibodies) are immune system proteins that mistakenly target and attack thyroid peroxidase, an enzyme crucial for the production of thyroid hormones. Elevated levels of TPO antibodies are often associated with autoimmune thyroid disorders, such as Hashimoto's thyroiditis and Graves' disease, and can lead to symptoms like hair loss, fatigue, and weight changes.

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Platelet-Rich Plasma Efficacy in Alopecia Areata Patients With Normal and Elevated Levels of Antibodies Against Thyroglobulin and Thyroid Peroxidase

research Platelet-Rich Plasma Efficacy in Alopecia Areata Patients With Normal and Elevated Levels of Antibodies Against Thyroglobulin and Thyroid Peroxidase

February 2024 in “Folia Medica”

Platelet-rich plasma treatment is effective for hair loss in patients regardless of their thyroid antibody levels.

research Dehydroepiandrosterone Sulfate Level Is Lower in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Patients with Autoimmune Thyroid Disease

January 2015 in “Turkiye Klinikleri Journal of Endocrinology”

PCOS patients with autoimmune thyroid disease have lower DHEAS levels.

research Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies in Patients with Telogen Effluvium

12 citations , February 2010 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

Some people with chronic hair loss may have thyroid autoimmunity.

research Evaluation of Several Immune and Inflammatory Indicators and Their Association with Alopecia Areata

5 citations , September 2021 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology”

People with alopecia areata often have abnormal thyroid hormones, thyroid antibodies, antinuclear antibodies, low vitamin D, and high C-reactive protein levels.

research Hepatitis C Treatment and Alopecia Totalis

8 citations , December 2013 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings”

Hepatitis C treatment may trigger complete hair loss, especially in those with a history of patchy hair loss, but hair usually grows back within a year.

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community What should I include in my blood test?

in Treatment 1 upvotes 4 months ago

The user has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil without success and is considering a comprehensive blood test to explore other causes of hair loss. They are unsure about the necessity and cost of the extensive tests and are seeking advice on whether to proceed with the full panel or focus on specific tests.

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in Treatment 6 upvotes 4 months ago

The user is considering getting blood work to investigate the cause of ongoing hair loss despite using finasteride and dutasteride. Others suggest that while blood tests can provide useful health information, they may not change the hair treatment outcome.

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

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 upvotes 2 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.

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in Finasteride/Dutasteride 160 upvotes 5 years ago

A user's 14-month journey with finasteride, microneedling, and Nizoral to treat hair loss. They experienced some side effects such as ball ache, needing to pee constantly, and less semen, but the results were generally positive.

community 20 / (almost) 10 months / topical fin + min + tret (ig) + just started micro needling. So far so good 👍🏻

in Progress Pictures 216 upvotes 2 years ago

User "al_ick" shares progress with topical fin, min, tret, and micro needling for hair loss, showing good results. They use hims fin and min combination spray, applying 5-7 sprays for better coverage.

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