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research The Genetics of Acne
Genetics play a major role in acne, but environmental factors and epigenetics also contribute.
research Aberrant Wnt Signaling Induces Comedo-Like Changes in the Murine Upper Hair Follicle
Overactive Wnt signaling in mouse skin stem cells causes acne-like cysts and shrinking oil glands, which some treatments can partially fix.
research Hidradenitis Suppurativa/Acne Inversa/Dissecting Terminal Hair Folliculitis
Hidradenitis Suppurativa is a chronic skin condition best treated early with surgery for better outcomes and less recurrence.
research An Overview of Alopecias
The document explains different types of hair loss, their causes, and treatments, and suggests future research areas.
research Alopecia Areata
Alopecia Areata is an autoimmune condition causing hair loss with no cure and treatments that often don't work well.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity (25Y) Oral minoxidil 10 months Oral fin 7 months & other things
A person treated their diffuse alopecia with oral minoxidil (10mg daily), oral finasteride (reduced to 0.25mg daily due to side effects), castor oil, vitamins, and ashwagandha, and plans a hair transplant in Turkey. They stopped using topical minoxidil, have seen improved hair density, but are still experiencing hair loss.
community 4 months on fin + minoxidil — my results so far
A user reported positive results after four months of using finasteride and topical minoxidil for hair loss, with no side effects. They also use ketoconazole shampoo, dermarolling, and rosemary spray.
community Norwood 3 atleast. Tried Shmaloogles but looking to try out fin or dut. Any thoughts?
The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, referencing a "Smiling Friends" episode. It includes jokes about hair loss, AI-generated images, and the show's satire on societal perceptions of baldness.
community manager told me i have to stop using minoxidil
A manager told an employee to stop using minoxidil, fearing it could unintentionally cause hair growth in others. The conversation is filled with humorous and sarcastic responses, questioning the manager's logic and suggesting the employee continue using the treatment secretly.
community 21 months in, lost all gains last 2 weeks
The user experienced hair loss after 21 months of using oral minoxidil and finasteride and is considering switching to dutasteride. Others suggest it might be temporary and recommend staying consistent or trying additional methods like hair loss shampoo, microneedling, or checking vitamin levels.