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research Alteration of serum and tissue tumor necrosis factor alpha levels: A possible mechanism of action of oral pulse steroids in the treatment of alopecia areata

5 citations , October 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”

This study found that oral pulse steroids significantly reduced serum and tissue levels of TNF-α in patients with alopecia areata, correlating with clinical improvement.

research Tissue and serum levels of substance P in trichodynia of androgenetic alopecia patients

January 2025 in “Journal of the Egyptian Womenʼs Dermatologic Society”

This study found that patients with trichodynia associated with androgenetic alopecia had significantly higher levels of substance P in both tissue and serum compared to healthy controls, suggesting a potential role for this neurotransmitter in the condition's pathogenesis.

research Calcium and Magnesium levels of Hair tissue and Insulin Sensitivity

1 citations , January 2007 in “Journal of Obesity & Metabolic Syndrome”

A higher calcium to magnesium ratio in hair is linked to lower insulin sensitivity.

research Assessment of tissue levels of dickkopf-1 in androgenetic alopecia and alopecia areata

10 citations , July 2015 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”

This study found elevated tissue levels of DKK-1 in patients with both androgenetic alopecia and alopecia areata compared to controls, suggesting DKK-1 as a potential therapeutic target for these conditions.

research Reduced levels of 5-α reductase 2 in adult prostate tissue and implications for BPH therapy

39 citations , February 2011 in “The Prostate/The prostate”

This study found that methylation of the 5-AR 2 promoter region may lead to low or absent 5-AR 2 protein expression in some human adult prostate tissues.

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community Stumbled on some research

8 upvotes 5 years ago

Elevated PGD2 levels in bald scalp tissue may contribute to hair loss, and treatments like castor oil, finasteride, and minoxidil are discussed as potential solutions. Some users explore alternatives like oral castor oil and cetirizine for those who cannot use finasteride.

community abusing caffeine boosts DHT levels!

in Research/Science 1 upvotes 1 year ago

Caffeine intake may increase DHT levels, but its impact on hair loss is minimal compared to genetic factors. Excessive caffeine can cause health issues, and its effects on hair loss are not directly applicable to humans based on rat studies.

community My hormone levels after 2 months of Finasteride and 2 weeks of Dutasteride

12 upvotes 1 month ago

The conversation discusses elevated hormone levels after using Finasteride for 2 months and Dutasteride for 2 weeks for hair loss. Users suggest that increased testosterone and estradiol levels are expected due to DHT inhibition, and it's not a concern unless symptoms occur.

community My DHT levels have increased after taking 0.25mg Fin for 47 days!

186 upvotes 1 year ago

A user experienced increased hair shedding and unchanged DHT levels after taking 0.25mg of finasteride for 47 days, leading them to increase the dose to 0.5mg. Others discussed varying experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and the importance of measuring scalp DHT.

community Can low level of vitamins cause hair loss?

21 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation is about whether low vitamin levels can cause hair loss. The consensus is that the user's vitamin levels are normal and unlikely to affect hair loss or the effectiveness of finasteride and minoxidil treatments.

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learn Thymosin Beta 4

learn Cyproterone

a synthetic anti-androgen and weak progestogen that inhibits DHT binding to androgen receptor

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