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Cardiovascular Disease Risk in Women with Hyperandrogenism, Oligomenorrhea, or Polycystic Ovaries: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

research Cardiovascular disease risk in women with hyperandrogenism, oligomenorrhea/menstrual irregularity or polycystic ovaries (components of polycystic ovary syndrome): a systematic review and meta-analysis

3 citations , June 2023 in “European heart journal open”

Women with irregular periods have a higher risk of heart disease.

research Simplify your approach to the diagnosis and treatment of PCOS

December 2022 in “OBG Management”

The conclusion is to diagnose PCOS with just hyperandrogenism and irregular periods, and treat with lifestyle changes and basic medications.

research Short Review on Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

6 citations , December 2017 in “Journal of Medicine”

PCOS is common in women, causing symptoms like irregular periods and acne, and early treatment is important.

research Paradoxical hypertrichosis after laser epilation

101 citations , June 2005 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Very few people experience increased hair growth after laser hair removal, especially those with darker skin and black hair.

research Prolonged Incubation Period forCryptococcus gattiiInfection in Cat, Alaska, USA

14 citations , May 2013 in “Emerging infectious diseases”

Cryptococcus gattii can remain dormant in animals for over 8 years.

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community Fin & Min re-bound effects (over 20+ years)

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 upvotes 4 months ago

The user experienced hair thinning and used Minoxidil and Finasteride over 20+ years, with periods of stopping and restarting treatment, and eventually had a hair transplant. They are considering restarting Minoxidil and Finasteride and are curious about the effectiveness and potential shedding after resuming the treatment.

community Seeking Advice on Tretinoin Strength for Minoxidil Success at Age 30

in Basic Questions 190 upvotes 3 months ago

The user is considering adjusting tretinoin strength to enhance minoxidil effectiveness, questioning whether to use 0.025% or 0.01% instead of 0.05% due to increased hair shedding. They have been using finasteride, minoxidil, and Nizoral, and are contemplating reintroducing microneedling.

community What's "wrong" with oral minoxidil, exactly?

in Minoxidil 173 upvotes 1 year ago

Oral minoxidil can boost hair growth but may cause side effects like heart palpitations and increased body hair. Many prefer topical minoxidil due to fewer side effects.

community 9 months of treatment as an aggressive diffuse thinner

in Progress Pictures 69 upvotes 2 months ago

The user has been using oral minoxidil, dutasteride, RU58841, and other treatments for hair loss over nine months, seeing some improvement in hair thickness and crown volume but continued thinning at the hairline. They plan to continue treatment for another nine months despite being sensitive to DHT fluctuations and are considering increasing dosages or other options like a hair transplant.

community One full year progress on fin + min

in Progress Pictures 517 upvotes 2 years ago

A user shared their one-year progress using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, showing significant improvement. They also mentioned using the medication inconsistently and considering changes to their shampoo routine.

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