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research Thyroid peroxidase Antibody (TPO Ab) Can Be Used As a Marker For Persistence of Symptoms of Hypothyroidism in Patients with Primary Hypothyroidism Despite Normal TSH Level: Cross-Sectional Study

January 2025 in “Mansoura Medical Journal”

This research observed that some hypothyroid patients on adequate levothyroxine therapy continue to experience symptoms like poor concentration and hair loss, with findings suggesting an elevated anti-TPO level increases the likelihood of such symptoms, despite normal TSH levels.

The Prevalence of Thyroid Function Test Abnormalities and Serum Thyroid Autoantibodies in Vitiligo and Alopecia Areata Patients in the Saudi Arabian Population

research The prevalence of thyroid function test abnormalities and serum thyroid autoantibodies in vitiligo and alopecia areata patients in Saudi Arabian population

February 2024 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology”

In this study, researchers examined thyroid function and autoantibody levels in patients with alopecia areata and vitiligo, finding similar rates of thyroid dysfunction and autoantibody presence in both groups, with no significant differences based on ethnicity or gender.

research Prevalence and Levels of Thyroid Autoantibodies in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome—Impact of TSH- and BMI-Matched Comparisons: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

3 citations , August 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences”

This study found that women with PCOS have significantly higher prevalence and levels of thyroid autoantibodies, with these elevated levels suggesting a potential independent autoimmune activation associated with PCOS.

research Thyroid antibodies in Hashimoto’s thyroiditis patients are positively associated with inflammation and multiple symptoms

23 citations , November 2024 in “Scientific Reports”

In this study, researchers found that Hashimoto's thyroiditis patients, despite being in euthyroid status, experienced more severe extrathyroidal symptoms compared to healthy controls, and elevated thyroid antibodies were linked to lower health-related quality of life and increased inflammation.

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.

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community Before you spend another dollar on treatments please check your ferritin and thyroid

205 upvotes 2 months ago

Check ferritin, thyroid, and vitamin D levels before spending on hair loss treatments. Addressing deficiencies can slow hair shedding and save money.

community Naturally high T (1,100+) causing diffuse thinning while on Dut

22 upvotes 5 months ago

A 26-year-old male with high testosterone is experiencing diffuse hair thinning despite using a comprehensive treatment regimen including dutasteride, oral minoxidil, RU58841, ketoconazole shampoo, microneedling, and low-level laser therapy. Suggestions include adjusting dutasteride dosage, monitoring iron levels, and consulting a dermatologist for further evaluation.

community Please help! Continuously thinning while on Fin 1 mg

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 7 upvotes 7 months ago

The user is experiencing continued hair thinning despite taking Finasteride 1 mg daily for over a year and is hesitant to try Minoxidil due to potential side effects and inconsistency. Suggestions include trying topical Minoxidil once a day, considering oral Minoxidil, and possibly getting a skin biopsy to determine the type of hair loss.

community Hairloss - what hormones to check?

9 upvotes 2 years ago

The user is concerned about hair loss despite using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, and topical minoxidil. They are seeking advice on additional blood tests to identify potential causes.

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

1 upvotes 3 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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