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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch 090 Stromal re-organization in hair follicle development and cancer suppression
Activating Sonic Hedgehog signaling in cancer stroma may help treat basal cell carcinoma.
research Pre‐clinical evidences for the efficacy of tryptanthrin as a potent suppressor of skin cancer
Tryptanthrin effectively suppresses non-melanoma skin cancer and is safe for normal skin.
research Canagliflozin alleviates progestin resistance by suppressing RARβ/CRABP2 signaling in THRB knockout endometrial cancer cells
Canagliflozin helps overcome progestin resistance in certain endometrial cancer cells.
research 410 NON-INVASIVE DIAGNOSIS OF PROSTATE CANCER FROM BODY FLUIDS USING A PANEL OF TUMOR SUPPRESSOR GENES
Blood tests for tumor cells could improve prostate cancer diagnosis and treatment; hair loss severity linked to a gene affecting prostate conditions.
research Pan-cancer analysis of microRNA expression profiles highlights microRNAs enriched in normal body cells as effective suppressors of multiple tumor types: A study based on TCGA database
Certain microRNAs found in normal cells can effectively suppress various cancers.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Research: Minoxidil grows hair by suppressing androgen activity (DHT) in hair follicles.
Minoxidil may suppress androgen activity in hair follicles, potentially aiding in hair growth and prostate cancer treatment. Users discuss the effectiveness of minoxidil and finasteride for hair maintenance and regrowth, with some preferring topical applications over oral due to safety concerns.
community Finasteride and “anti-aging” effects
Finasteride may help users look younger by suppressing DHT, affecting skin and hair. Users also emphasize skincare, sunscreen, and lifestyle for maintaining a youthful appearance.
community First week finished on finasteride 0.5mg MWF
The conversation discusses starting finasteride for hair loss, with the original poster noting reduced scalp itching and oiliness after the first week. Users share experiences with different dosages and schedules, concerns about side effects, and the potential impact on prostate cancer detection.
community Dermatologist told me to quit fin after turning 40
A dermatologist advised a patient to stop taking finasteride (fin) after turning 40 due to potential risk of aggressive prostate cancer. The patient and others in the conversation debated this advice, discussing the relationship between finasteride, prostate cancer, and hair loss, and considering alternatives like topical finasteride.
community Almost 20 Years on Finasteride - AMA
A user successfully halted hair loss using finasteride for 17 years and recently switched to dutasteride for stronger DHT suppression. They experienced no major side effects, maintained a full head of hair, and fathered three children without issues.