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In my opinion, a TSH level of 4.5 is at the borderline of the normal level. A high TSH level can lead to hair loss. Each person responds differently to thyroid hormones. It depends on the receptors in the hair follicle. There is no exact TSH value where hair loss would start.PRP hair MD.com
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There is no hard and fast rule for TSH. It varies greatly from person to person. Some can have a TSH of 8 with no hair loss whereas for others 4-6 can trigger changes. Typically though, values over 8-10 are very often associated with hair loss.
A Under active thyroid can cause hair loss and is one of the more common causes of hair loss in women
One would need to examine the area up close to determine if it’s normal. However, if the density is unchanged from photos you have from 5 and 10 years ago, it’s likely normal.
Having a varicocele surgery does not preclude the use of finasteride but I would speak with your surgeon about this question
Great question!Dutasteride theoretically has more potency for hair preservation than Finasteride but a higher side effect profile as well. The use of dutasteride for hair loss is an off-label use according to the FDA. Typically regrowth of both agents occurs in areas where the hair is m...