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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Adolopment of clinical practice guidelines and creation of referral pathways for dermatological conditions in Pakistan
New guidelines and referral pathways for skin conditions aim to improve care and referrals in Pakistan.
research Clinical Practice Guidelines for Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT)
FUT is a hair restoration method that should be chosen based on individual patient needs and preferences.
research Clinical Practice Guidelines for Virtual Consultations in the Practice of Hair Restoration Surgery
The ISHRS provides guidelines for hair restoration surgery virtual consultations, but doctors should make decisions based on individual patient needs and local laws.
research American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists Medical Guidelines for Clinical Practice for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Hyperandrogenic Disorders
The guidelines help doctors diagnose and treat hormone-related disorders in women.
research Endocrine Management of Adult Gender-Dysphoric/Gender-Incongruent Persons: A Clinical Practice Guideline from Endocrine Society of India
The guideline emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach and informed consent for gender-affirming hormone treatment, with regular follow-ups and individualized care.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity (comment) providing facts on people talking nonsense about minoxidil and BP-medicaton in general
Minoxidil is used for hair loss and sometimes for high blood pressure, but it's outdated for the latter. For high blood pressure, it's combined with a beta blocker and diuretic to manage side effects.
community Why do some doctors recommend starting with minoxidil before finasteride? (treatment philosophy question)
Doctors recommend starting with minoxidil for hair loss due to its lower risk of side effects compared to finasteride. Some believe finasteride should be used early to address the root cause, but a conservative approach is preferred by medical professionals.
community This is what Six years of DUT looks like
User had success with dutasteride for hair loss after finasteride didn't work. Some experienced increased cholesterol and debated its relation to DHT.
community Evidenced Based Meta-Analyses and Systemic Reviews of Androgenic Alopecia and Treatments
Evidence-based treatments for androgenic alopecia, such as minoxidil, finasteride, low-level laser light therapy, dutasteride, platelet-rich plasma, and topical ketoconazole. It discusses the efficacy, safety, and mechanism of action of these treatments, as well as future developments in understanding this polygenic condition.
community With studies showing that 0.2mg Finasteride is almost as effective as 5mg at reducing DHT, why is every doctor prescribing 1mg?
Finasteride is prescribed at 1mg because it is FDA-approved and proven effective, despite evidence that 0.2mg may similarly reduce DHT. The 1mg dose is more effective for hair growth, and lower doses are less available.