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research Anatomy and Physiology of the Skin
The skin's layers protect, sense, and regulate the body's internal balance, but can be prone to cancer.
research Physiology and Medical Treatments for Alopecia
Minoxidil, finasteride, and low-level laser light therapy are effective FDA-approved treatments for hair loss.
research Pediatric Hair Cosmetics: Physiology, Safety and Product Considerations
Children's hair care needs gentle products and better regulations due to unique hair and scalp differences.
research HIRSUTISM IN FEMALES; A CLINICAL STUDY OF ITS ETIOLOGY, COURSE AND TREATMENT
Hirsutism in females is complex, often linked to tumors, and requires more research for better treatment.
research THE CONTROL OF SOME HORMONES RELATING TO CUTANEOUS AGING: MECHANISMS, MANIFESTATIONS, AND MANAGEMENT
Hormones play a key role in skin aging, with estrogen and testosterone declines affecting skin health.
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5 / 212 resultscommunity My Theory Of Androgenic Alopecia
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 Reminder how little the average person knows about hair loss
How little the average person knows about hair loss and how it can be an unfairly stigmatized issue, even by people with little knowledge of it themselves. Some specific treatments that were discussed include finasteride, RU58841, dutasteride, minoxidil, pyritinol, dermarolling, and diet/lifestyle changes.
community Clavicular claims Dutasteride has less negative effects than Finasteride, is this true?
Dutasteride is reported to have fewer side effects than Finasteride, with some users experiencing higher libido and fewer sexual side effects on Dutasteride. However, individual responses vary, and some users find Finasteride more tolerable.
community risks with finasteride and dutasteride
Finasteride and dutasteride have potential risks, including post-finasteride syndrome, but are commonly used for hair loss. RU58841, minoxidil, and needling are suggested as alternatives, though all treatments carry risks.
community [25, F] [RANT] Shedding since March 2020. This just isn’t fair.
User "missbloombastic" has been experiencing hair loss since 2016 and tried min, fin, multivitamins, and spiro with mixed results. Another user shares their struggle with hair loss and its impact on self-esteem, while a third user suggests checking blood tests and confirming the cause of hair loss.