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research Obesity and the skin: Skin physiology and skin manifestations of obesity

405 citations , May 2007 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Obesity affects skin health, causing conditions like acanthosis nigricans and may require different treatment approaches.

research Adjunctive treatment for leg ulcers

January 2014 in “Indian dermatology online journal”

Different treatments help heal leg ulcers depending on their type, with new therapies showing promise for chronic wounds.

research Lipodermatosclerosis: a postphiebitic syndrome

8 citations , December 1997 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

The patient has a leg condition caused by vein issues, needing lifestyle changes and leg care.

research A Retrospective Study on the Safety of Systemic Minoxidil for Hair Loss in the Older Population

November 2024 in “International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery”

Systemic minoxidil is generally safe for older adults, but caution is needed for those with heart risks.

research Skin grafting for the treatment of chronic leg ulcers – a systematic review in evidence‐based medicine

56 citations , March 2016 in “International Wound Journal”

Skin grafts are effective for chronic leg ulcers, especially autologous split-thickness grafts for venous ulcers, but more data is needed for diabetic ulcers.

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community Unexpected Serum DHT Elevation after Generic Dutasteride Use.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 38 upvotes 1 year ago

Switching from finasteride to a generic dutasteride led to unexpectedly high DHT levels, prompting a switch to a reputed brand and consideration of softgel capsules for better absorption. The user plans to retest DHT levels and may return to finasteride if issues persist.

community 10.5 months. Oral propecia, topical minoxidil (once daily) derma roller. And for the last two (2) months, I've been doing the bald showers after leg workouts... Biotin and Omega 3 age 35. Loses a lot of hair a day, over 150

in Progress Pictures 242 upvotes 2 years ago

A user shared their 10.5-month progress using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, a derma roller, biotin, and Omega 3, despite losing over 150 hairs daily. They also mentioned starting "bald showers" after leg workouts for the last two months.

community Stop Complaining about Creatine. You're just fixated on shedding.

in Research/Science 76 upvotes 1 year ago

Creatine is unlikely to cause hair loss as it does not raise DHT levels. Hair loss is more likely due to genetics, medications, or lifestyle changes.

community Finasteride, also known as Propecia or Proscar, treats male pattern baldness and enlarged prostate in millions of men worldwide. But a new study suggests the drug may also provide a surprising and life-saving benefit: lowering cholesterol and cutting the overall risk of cardiovascular disease.

in Research/Science 531 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses the potential benefits of finasteride (Fin) for lowering cholesterol and reducing cardiovascular disease risk, with users sharing personal experiences and opinions on the medication's effects on health and hair loss. Some users report positive changes in cholesterol levels after taking finasteride, while others are skeptical or joke about its effects.

community Creatine, my hair loss, and my DHT levels. An anecdote with lab values.

in Update 166 upvotes 1 year ago

Increased hair loss after starting a 10g daily creatine regimen, possibly linked to elevated DHT levels despite dutasteride use. Stopping creatine reduced shedding, but the exact cause is uncertain, with discussions on exercise and lifestyle impacts.

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