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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Three-Dimensional Assessment of Ultrasound Features in Women With Clomiphene Citrate-Resistant Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: Ovarian Stromal Volume Does Not Correlate With Biochemical Indices
Ovarian stromal volume doesn't relate to PCOS biochemical indices.
research Correlation of Ovarian Volume and Clinical and Laboratory Parameters of PCOS in Korean Patients
Ovarian volume is significantly related to higher levels of certain hormones in Korean women with PCOS.
research Ovarian Morphology and Prevalence of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Reproductive Aged Women With or Without Mild Acne
Women with mild acne are more likely to have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) than those without acne.
research Ratio of Ovarian Stroma and Total Ovarian Area by Ultrasound in Prediction of Hyperandrogenemia in Reproductive-Aged Thai Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Diagnostic Test
Ultrasound measurement of the ovarian stroma to total area ratio is not a reliable single predictor of high male hormone levels in Thai women with PCOS, but works better when combined with clinical signs.
research Correlation of Ovarian Volume with Fasting Plasma Insulin Levels and Insulin Resistance Using Homeostasis Model Assessment 2 Computational Model in Women with Polycystic Ovaries
Larger ovaries in women with PCOS may indicate higher insulin resistance.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity IVF process on Finasteride and effects of stopping finasteride.
Concerns about finasteride affecting sperm quality and embryo abnormalities during IVF. The user plans to stop finasteride for 6 months and use minoxidil, microneedling, a red light cap, and saw palmetto shampoo to manage hair loss.
community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied
Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.
community 21F AGA - 4 month hair growth progress (Minoxidil 5%, finasteride 1mg, theradome LLLT, viviscal vitamins, PRP twice)
A 21-year-old female shared her 4-month hair growth progress using Minoxidil 5%, finasteride 1mg, Theradome LLLT, Viviscal vitamins, and PRP treatments twice. Commenters praised her progress and discussed other treatments like microneedling, but she noted her dermatologist advised against it due to potential scalp damage.
community Dutasteride Isn't Working? Get a Scalp Biopsy NOW
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 DHT levels after 4 weeks of Fina and 8 weeks of Fina + 4 weeks of Duta
The user reported early stage diffuse hair thinning and increased DHT levels after 4 weeks on Finasteride and 8 weeks on Finasteride plus 4 weeks on Dutasteride, despite the medications being authentic and stored properly. They are considering increasing their Dutasteride dosage due to the lack of side effects and are unsure if the treatment is helping their hair.