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January 2019 in “Dermatologic Therapy”
A dietary supplement with Boswellia serrata, Curcuma longa, and Vitis vinifera showed potential improvement in hair health for telogen effluvium patients, but more research is needed.
The supplement with Serenoa repens and Pygeum africanum significantly increased active hair growth and decreased rest phase hair in post-menopausal women with hair loss, with only mild digestive side effects.
Hair loss treatments discussed include saw palmetto, biotin, minoxidil, and finasteride. Finasteride is emphasized as essential for preventing hair loss.
The user follows a hair loss treatment routine including Propecia, oral minoxidil, ketoconazole, and plans to switch to dutasteride. They also focus on lifestyle changes, dietary supplements, and are considering laser therapy.
A 17-year-old in the UK seeks advice on mitigating hair loss until finasteride becomes an option at 19. Recommendations include using Minoxidil and considering other treatments like specific shampoos and dietary changes.
A 22-year-old experiencing hair loss and persistent scalp itchiness since age 16 has tried various treatments, including finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and dietary changes, with no success. Suggestions include consulting a knowledgeable dermatologist, considering seborrheic dermatitis, and trying different shampoos like Selsun Blue or those with selenium sulfide.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically using finasteride, minoxidil, and Nizoral. It also explores the potential impact of whey protein and BCAA on hair shedding, with users considering dietary changes to manage hair loss.