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GlossaryVisceral Fat

fat surrounding internal organs within the abdominal cavity

Visceral fat, also known as intra-abdominal fat, is the type of fat that surrounds internal organs within the abdominal cavity, such as the liver, pancreas, and intestines. Unlike subcutaneous fat, which is located just under the skin, visceral fat is more metabolically active and has been linked to an increased risk of various health conditions, including type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and certain cancers.

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Serum Levels of Retinol-Binding Protein 4 and Adiponectin in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Associations with Visceral Fat but No Evidence for Fat Mass-Independent Effects on Pathogenesis in This Condition

research Serum Levels of Retinol-Binding Protein 4 and Adiponectin in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Associations with Visceral Fat but No Evidence for Fat Mass-Independent Effects on Pathogenesis in This Condition

44 citations, April 2008 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism”

Women with PCOS have similar levels of certain proteins compared to women without PCOS, and these proteins don't independently cause PCOS.

Evidence for Masculinization of Adipokine Gene Expression in Visceral and Subcutaneous Adipose Tissue of Obese Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

research Evidence for Masculinization of Adipokine Gene Expression in Visceral and Subcutaneous Adipose Tissue of Obese Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

58 citations, January 2013 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism”

Obese women with PCOS show a male-like pattern in certain fat tissue gene expressions.

Expression of 11β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase Type 1 in Visceral and Subcutaneous Adipose Tissues of Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Is Associated with Adiposity

research Expression of 11β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase Type 1 in Visceral and Subcutaneous Adipose Tissues of Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Is Associated with Adiposity

18 citations, December 2010 in “The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology”

Increased HSD11B1 enzyme expression is linked to higher body fat and insulin resistance.

research Decreased Lipin 1β Expression in Visceral Adipose Tissue Is Associated with Insulin Resistance in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

20 citations, October 2008 in “European journal of endocrinology”

Lower lipin 1β in belly fat is linked to insulin resistance in people with polycystic ovary syndrome.

research Global Adiposity Rather Than Abnormal Regional Fat Distribution Characterizes Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

149 citations, December 2007 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism”

Women with PCOS have overall higher body fat, not abnormal fat placement, and more insulin resistance.

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community 11 months of 1.5 mg Finasteride with blood samples

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 290 upvotes 1 year ago

A user took 1.5 mg Finasteride and topical Minoxidil for 11 months, resulting in significant changes in blood values but no noticeable hair improvement. They experienced side effects like mood swings and increased visceral fat, leading them to stop Finasteride.

community Besides Vitamin D, what other blood tests would you recommend getting if insurance will cover it?

in Treatment 4 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about which blood tests to get for hair loss treatment, besides Vitamin D. No specific treatments were mentioned.

community Yes your lifestyle and diet has its role in hair loss.

in Chat 260 upvotes 5 days ago

Diet and lifestyle changes can reduce hair shedding but won't regrow hair lost to genetic male pattern baldness. Treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are necessary for significant hair regrowth.

community Am I crazy or is there a link between being fit and not going bald?

in Chat 1 month ago

Fit individuals often have full heads of hair, possibly due to lifestyle factors like exercise and diet, while those who are less fit tend to experience more hair loss. Some fit individuals may also use treatments like finasteride and minoxidil to maintain their hair.

community New update. 16 months on finasteride, 25 year old, 1.25mg daily. The first picture is a screenshot from a video taken in February 2023, hence the quality is kinda poor.

in Progress Pictures 418 upvotes 1 year ago

A 25-year-old user shared progress pictures after 16 months of using 1.25mg daily finasteride for hair loss, reporting noticeable results around months 4-5 and some initial side effects that resolved. The user experienced thickening and slight regrowth of the hairline.

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