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GlossaryThyroid-Stimulating Hormone

regulates thyroid hormone production and release

Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH), also known as thyrotropin, is a hormone produced by the pituitary gland that regulates the function of the thyroid gland. It stimulates the thyroid to produce and release thyroid hormones (T3 and T4), which are crucial for metabolism, energy production, and overall growth and development. Elevated or decreased levels of TSH can indicate thyroid dysfunction, such as hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism.

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Screening for Latent Infectious Disease in Patients with Alopecia Areata Before Initiating JAK Inhibitors Therapy: A Single-Center Real-World Retrospective Study

research Screening for Latent Infectious Disease in Patients with Alopecia Areata Before Initiating JAK Inhibitors Therapy: A Single-Center Real-World Retrospective Study

October 2023 in “Frontiers in medicine”

Comprehensive screening for infections is crucial before starting JAK inhibitors in alopecia areata patients.

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Hypothyroidism in dogs is usually caused by immune system issues or gland atrophy, affects middle-aged purebreds most, and is treatable with medication.

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research Hair Loss in an Adolescent: A Case Study of a 13-Year-Old Girl with Alopecia Areata

5 citations, March 2011 in “Journal of pediatric health care”

The girl with autoimmune hair loss might regrow hair within a year, and treatments can help but not prevent recurrence; dermatologist referral and corticosteroids are recommended.

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November 2024 in “Frontiers in Medicine”

Cirrhosis affects quality of life with various symptoms, requiring a holistic, multidisciplinary approach for management.

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community C’est terrible - at my wits end

in Female 449 upvotes 1 year ago

A 29-year-old woman is experiencing gradual hair thinning since age 15, suspects Androgenic Alopecia, and has tried 5% minoxidil with little success. She has purchased various hair loss treatments including minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, and spironolactone, but is cautious about starting them due to potential interactions with her ADHD medication.

community Are these safe levels to start taking Finasteride (M, 25)?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 11 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses concerns about starting finasteride with low testosterone levels, with one person suggesting finasteride might increase testosterone and decrease DHT, and another advising to pay attention to thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) levels.

community Boys I am just a gonner. What on earth is my scalp even going through. Looks like world war 3. Pyril 3 months. Topical melitonin/progesterone/fin, dut, fin, oral min, laser trash, anus stimulation. Nothing. Donor area is decimated 😂.

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Treating Seborrheic Dermatitis, a fungal scalp condition which can cause hair loss. Treatments discussed include antifungal shampoos, cold showers, exfoliating the scalp, taking Vitamin D, and stimulating the prostate through the anus.

community Reminder : Biotin is useless (expect if you are really deficient, and you're not)

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Biotin supplements are not effective for hair loss unless you are actually deficient, which is rare. Some users report improved hair quality with biotin, but there's no evidence supporting its use for hair loss in healthy individuals.

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The user has been experiencing hair loss for years, tried ketoconazole shampoo without success, and has been on finasteride for 3 months but is unsure if it's working. A reply suggests waiting 6-12 months to properly assess finasteride's effectiveness.

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