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      Systematic Review of Low-Level Laser Therapy for Adult Androgenic Alopecia

      research Systematic review of low-level laser therapy for adult androgenic alopecia

      13 citations , December 2017 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy”
      Low-level laser therapy can stimulate hair growth more effectively than fake devices, but patient satisfaction is similar for both. Results should be taken with caution due to small study sizes and differences between studies. More research is needed.
      Neuroimaging of Sleep and Depression

      research Neuroimaging of sleep and depression

      June 2016 in “CRC Press eBooks”
      Sleep problems and skin issues affect each other; poor sleep can worsen skin conditions, and some skin treatments can improve or harm sleep quality.
      Dermatological Drugs, Topical Agents, And Cosmetics

      research Dermatological drugs, topical agents, and cosmetics

      1 citations , January 2005 in “Side effects of drugs annual”
      The document concluded that various dermatological treatments have different effectiveness and side effects, with some causing irritation, allergic reactions, or systemic effects.

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      community Comparison of options: topical vs medication

      in Female  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user diagnosed with AGA is seeking advice on hair loss treatments, comparing topical Minoxidil, Spironolactone, and Finasteride to oral medications and natural methods like dermastamping, PRP, and LED light. They are concerned about side effects and effectiveness, especially given their existing fatigue.

      community Thanks God, my hair is back from dead.

      in Progress Pictures  612 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using a topical solution of minoxidil 5% and finasteride 0.1% over 100 days, with plans to continue for a year before switching to a maintenance dose. Despite skepticism from others about using hair fibers, the user insists on the authenticity of their progress and reports no side effects from the treatment.

      community Shaving is NOT accepting baldness

      in Shaved/buzzed  52 upvotes 3 years ago
      Accepting baldness and the various ways people try to cope with it, such as shaving, using medications like minoxidil and finasteride, or getting a hair transplant. Participants discussed how true acceptance of hair loss involves confronting difficult emotions such as grief for one's former appearance and identity, as opposed to simply superficially hiding it with a shaved head.

      community DHT Harms Scalp Microbiome: DHT Itch is REAL

      in Research/Science  416 upvotes 1 year ago
      Increased Malassezia and Cutibacterium in the scalp microbiome are linked to higher sebum production and inflammation in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Treatments include ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide shampoo, clobetasol propionate, calcipotriol, minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.