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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss
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a potent but unapproved and potentially problematic topical anti-androgen
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autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss
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An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record
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research Understanding the safety profile of topical minoxidil: a retrospective review
Topical minoxidil can cause unwanted hair growth and eye issues, especially in infants, so better education and guidelines are needed.
research Understanding and Management of Female Pattern Alopecia
The conclusion is that the best approach for treating Female Pattern Hair Loss is a combination of different treatments.
research Recent Advances in Understanding of the Etiopathogenesis, Diagnosis, and Management of Hair Loss Diseases
New understanding and treatments for hair loss are improving, but more research is needed.
research Current understanding and treatment of sex hormone-related hair diseases
Sex hormones affect hair growth and loss, and treatments for related hair diseases include various medications, hair transplantation, and light therapy.
research Understanding and Addressing Hair Disorders in Transgender Individuals
Hormone therapy affects hair growth in transgender individuals, with testosterone potentially causing hair loss in trans men and estrogen reducing facial/body hair in trans women; treatment options vary.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Derm stopped me from using Minoxidal
A dermatologist advised stopping minoxidil due to heavy shedding, suggesting alternative treatments like Betaval Lotion and supplements, but many users disagreed, recommending continuing minoxidil and adding finasteride for better results. The conversation highlights skepticism about the dermatologist's motives and emphasizes the importance of understanding the type of hair loss before choosing treatments.
community Why hasn’t anybody or any company done experiments on whether minoxidil and finasteride have effects on human collagen and elastin after a year of use compared to placebo? (In vivo not vitro)
The conversation discusses the lack of in vivo studies on the effects of minoxidil and finasteride on human collagen and elastin after a year of use. It highlights the potential benefits of such research for understanding side effects and improving sales, despite challenges like cost and competition.
community 16 and diffuse thinning, screw this
A 16-year-old experiencing diffuse hair thinning is considering using minoxidil and plans to start finasteride at 18, while others suggest alternatives like saw palmetto and pumpkin seed oil. Users advise consulting a doctor before starting treatments and emphasize the importance of understanding the cause of hair loss.
community Some of y’all need to hear this
Understanding that the importance of hair loss should not be overstated and encouraging self-love and confidence regardless of physical appearance. People discussed how they were feeling about their own hair loss and shared tips on treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride and RU58841.
community To be fair...
The conversation humorously discusses the complexity of understanding and treating male pattern hair loss, mentioning treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, Dr. Brotzu's lotion, and Dr. Tsuji's hair cloning. The original post satirically claims that only those with high intelligence can appreciate these treatments.