3 citations
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June 2006 in “Expert Review of Dermatology”
The document concludes that hair loss is complex, affects many people, has limited treatments, and requires more research on its causes and psychological impact.
51 citations
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January 2004 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology”
The document explains hairgrowth and shedding, factors affecting it, and methods to evaluate hair loss, emphasizing the importance of skin biopsy for diagnosis.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth using minoxidil, with suggestions for women to use spironolactone and for men to combine minoxidil with dutasteride. Users share experiences and advice on dosage and cost-saving methods.
Minoxidil and finasteride can both cause initial hairshedding, but they work differently; minoxidil promotes hairgrowth, while finasteride improves the hormonal environment. Starting finasteride after minoxidil may trigger additional shedding, but it often leads to improved regrowth.
The user is using Dutasteride, Minoxidil, microneedling, RU58841, and tretinoin for hair loss. They are experiencing shedding but notice new hairgrowth and are curious about the timing of future sheddingphases.
The user is experiencing hair loss and is considering using finasteride again, along with ketoconazole shampoo and curl cream, to manage their long hair. They are concerned about the appearance of new hairgrowth and the potential sheddingphase from minoxidil.
Increased hairshedding after starting Dutasteride is normal and indicates treatment efficacy, as it triggers a synchronized sheddingphase to make way for stronger hairgrowth. It is advised to continue with the current treatment plan and assess results in 9 to 12 months.