32 citations
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January 1990 in “Clinical Endocrinology”
This study found that women with female pattern androgenic alopecia have significantly higher levels of certain androgens and androgen sulfates compared to normal premenopausal women, suggesting markers for diagnosis and treatment efficacy.
51 citations
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May 1996 in “American journal of physiology. Regulatory, integrative and comparative physiology/American journal of physiology. Regulatory, integrative, and comparative physiology”
In this study, captive gray seals exhibited increased resting metabolic rates and elevated thyroid hormone levels during the final stage of molting, with more pronounced changes in juveniles.
In this study, researchers found that nearly half of Korean women with female pattern hair loss showed temporal scalp involvement, with a decrease in temporal hair density compared to occipital areas.
1 citations
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September 2022 in “Journal of Medical Case Reports”
This case report describes a Japanese man with severe COVID-19 who regained independence and returned to work after undergoing rehabilitation therapy, highlighting its potential benefits for recovery.
The conversation discusses using T3 (triiodothyronine) as a topical treatment for hair growth, with some users noting it showed promising results in studies but lacked follow-up. Users express interest in trying T3 due to its potential effectiveness compared to Minoxidil.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth in three months using a capsule containing minoxidil and finasteride. They reported no major side effects and plan to continue the treatment until their late 20s.
A user shared their experience with Finasteride for hair loss, noting a significant reduction in DHT levels and a complete loss of libido without other side effects. Another user agreed, discussing the negative impact on sexual drive and criticizing the community's attitude towards discussing side effects.
A user's plan to use Zix and topical finasteride (5AR inhibitors) for hair loss, followed by blood testing before/after. The user has suggested creating a fund to cover part of the cost of their blood tests. Replies to their post discuss the effectiveness of the treatments.
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.