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GlossarySerum Testosterone (TT)

measures testosterone levels in the blood

Serum testosterone refers to the measurement of testosterone levels in the blood. This test, often called a Testosterone Blood Test or Total Testosterone (TT), is used to assess hormonal balance, diagnose conditions like hypogonadism or polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and evaluate issues related to sexual development, fertility, and certain types of hair loss such as androgenetic alopecia.

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research Conditional Gene Expression in the Epidermis of Transgenic Mice Using the Tetracycline-Regulated Transactivators tTA and rTA Linked to the Keratin 5 Promoter

215 citations, November 2000 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

The system allows precise control of gene expression in mouse skin, useful for studying skin biology.

$Temporal Triangular Alopecia: Report of an African-American Child Misdiagnosed as Refractory Tinea Capitis$

research Temporal Triangular Alopecia: Report of an African-American Child Misdiagnosed as Refractory Tinea Capitis

13 citations, March 2002 in “Pediatric Dermatology”

A child was initially wrongly diagnosed with a fungal scalp infection but actually had a non-scarring hair loss condition called Temporal Triangular Alopecia.

research Structural and Molecular Hair Abnormalities in Trichothiodystrophy

71 citations, May 2006 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

TTD hair brittleness is caused by multiple structural abnormalities.

Immune Deficiency-Related Enteropathy-Lymphocytopenia-Alopecia Syndrome Results from Tetratricopeptide Repeat Domain 7A Deficiency

research Immune Deficiency-Related Enteropathy-Lymphocytopenia-Alopecia Syndrome Results from Tetratricopeptide Repeat Domain 7A Deficiency

64 citations, August 2014 in “The journal of allergy and clinical immunology/Journal of allergy and clinical immunology/The journal of allergy and clinical immunology”

A deficiency in the TTC7A gene causes immune problems, gut issues, and hair loss.

research Trichothiodystrophy And Fragile Hair: The Distinction Between Diagnostic Signs And Diagnostic Labels In Childhood Hair Disease

17 citations, September 2009 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Fragile hair in children is rarely linked to trichothiodystrophy (TTD).

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community for those who had high levels of testo and estradiol after start fin/dut: did it comeback to baseline or normal levels?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 8 upvotes 6 months ago

A user experienced increased testosterone and estradiol levels after starting finasteride/dutasteride and is asking if these levels will return to normal over time. The conversation focuses on whether these changes are temporary.

community Pre Finasteride Treatment, is testing for free DHT necessary?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 5 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about whether testing for free DHT is necessary before starting Finasteride for hair loss, despite having other hormone tests available. One person suggests that genetic response to DHT is more important than DHT levels and advises starting Finasteride without the free DHT test.

community Progress from August to November

in Progress Pictures 969 upvotes 4 weeks ago

A user shared their hair regrowth progress from using Minoxidil 5% and Finasteride 2.5 mg since August 2024, reporting no side effects. They cut 5mg Finasteride pills in half and take them every other day, and recommend consulting a dermatologist for personalized advice.

community Is Adenosine + caffeine good combo or does caffeine cancels Adenosine affect?

in Research/Science 2 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses using a liposomal gel with Adenosine and caffeine for hair loss, questioning if caffeine's role as an adenosine receptor antagonist might counteract the benefits of Adenosine or worsen hair loss.

community Bloodwork Results. DHT and Testosterone Levels

in Update 6 upvotes 6 months ago

The user shared their bloodwork results showing DHT at 17 ng/dl and testosterone at 287 ng/dl, with a slight Vitamin D deficiency. They are seeking opinions on these levels and have an upcoming dermatologist appointment.

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