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      community A concise, easy-to-understand post on Androgenic Alopecia theory and its practical applications

      in Research/Science  93 upvotes 4 years ago
      The mechanism of Androgenic Alopecia and practical applications of treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, dermarolling, scalp massages, anti-fungals, progesterone, estrogen, PPAR-γ activators, reducing oxidative stress, and scalp exercises. It explains why DHT is important in AA and how other factors might be involved such as hypoxia, increased DKK-1 expression, morphological changes to the scalp, skull growth during childhood/puberty, and blood flow.

      community I’m convinced that smile is aimed straight at bald people

      in Satire  131 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation humorously discusses hair loss, focusing on the envy of an older man, Massimo Cacciari, who has a full head of hair. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and hair transplants, with some users expressing dissatisfaction with baldness and considering various solutions.

      community microneedling and sun exposure

      in Microneedling  10 upvotes 6 months ago
      Avoid sun exposure for 7-14 days after microneedling the scalp, using a hat for protection. Sunscreen on the scalp can be messy and irritating.

      community Odd fear of not getting meds in a coma or similar

      in Chat  20 upvotes 2 months ago
      Concerns about hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil not being administered during a coma. Dutasteride remains in the system longer, and hair loss may not be immediate if treatment stops temporarily.

      community Foligain foam & scalp problems

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 5 months ago
      Foligain foam caused severe scalp irritation and flakiness, unlike Rogaine foam. The user plans to consult a dermatologist for treatment options.