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research Diagnostic accuracy measures for vertical and transverse scalp biopsies in cicatricial and non-cicatricial alopecias

5 citations , November 2017 in “Dermatologica Sinica”

Transverse scalp biopsies are more accurate for diagnosing non-cicatricial alopecia, but examining both types is best for accuracy.

research Sun behaviors and quality of life after first cutaneous melanoma diagnosis

August 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Finasteride use for hair loss is linked to an increased risk of suicidal thoughts and a higher risk of suicide.

research Exploring the association between alcohol consumption and androgenic alopecia: a systematic review and meta-analysis

September 2024 in “Alcohol and Alcoholism”

Alcohol may slightly increase the risk of hair loss, but the link is uncertain.

research New-onset systemic lupus erythematosus during pregnancy: A challenge in diagnosis

1 citations , April 2016 in “Journal of Reproductive Health and Medicine”

Diagnosing new systemic lupus during pregnancy is hard but important for the health of the mother and baby.

research Patterns of misdiagnosis in adults with alopecia areata: an analysis using the NIH 's All of Us database

2 citations , September 2024 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

Women and people with skin of color are more likely to be misdiagnosed with alopecia areata.

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community My Theory Of Androgenic Alopecia

in Research/Science 18 upvotes 8 months ago

Hair loss is linked to cellular physiology and the IGF-1 to TGF-B1 ratio, not just androgen sensitivity. The theory lacks evidence, while finasteride and minoxidil are effective treatments.

community Summary of Procapil video by Haircafe

in Minoxidil 2 upvotes 1 year ago

Procapil is marketed as a natural hair loss treatment but lacks strong evidence and is industry-biased. Minoxidil and Finasteride are the only FDA-approved treatments for androgenetic alopecia.

community Sexual Dysfunction in Those with Androgenetic Alopecia on Dutasteride Versus Finasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 113 upvotes 1 year ago

Dutasteride and finasteride have similar risks of sexual dysfunction for treating androgenetic alopecia. Users experience varying side effects, indicating individual differences in drug reactions.

community Dutasteride thins eyebrows and facial hair but doesn't stop scalp loss.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 37 upvotes 1 year ago

Dutasteride may not effectively stop scalp hair loss and can cause thinning of facial and body hair, including eyebrows. Users suggest considering other causes like autoimmune conditions or vitamin deficiencies and exploring treatments like finasteride or minoxidil.

community Quit vaping/smoking = 80% less loss

in Research/Science 235 upvotes 2 years ago

Quitting vaping significantly reduced hair loss for a user who was a heavy vaper and also taking finasteride. Some participants suggest nicotine's vasoconstrictive properties may worsen hair loss, while others share personal anecdotes of hair improvement after quitting smoking or vaping.

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