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powerful topical and oral anti-androgen used mostly by women
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Monitoring of clinical signs in goats with transmissible spongiform encephalopathies
Goats with BSE or scrapie show varying symptoms, and using only clinical signs may not detect all scrapie cases.
research Monitoring chemotherapy‐induced alopecia with trichoscopy
Chemotherapy caused hair loss with specific patterns, but most patients had hair regrowth after treatment, while some had lasting hair loss.
research Monitoring spatially resolved trace elements in polar bear hair using single spot laser ablation ICP-MS
Laser ablation ICP-MS is effective for tracking trace elements in polar bear hair over time.
research Monitoring Response to Platelet-Rich Plasma in Patients with Alopecia Areata with Optical Coherence Tomography: A Case Series
Platelet-Rich Plasma treatment improved hair growth and reduced inflammation in patients with patchy hair loss, but not in total hair loss, and Optical Coherence Tomography was useful in tracking this progress.
research Monitoring of Wool Stretching Process Using Polarized Second Harmonic Generation
Stretching wool changes its structure and improves fiber alignment.
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community 28M Starting Finasteride for Accelerating Hair Loss – Seeking Monitoring Advice
The user plans to start a 12-month finasteride treatment to combat aggressive hair loss, with regular monitoring of thyroid levels, testosterone, DHT, liver enzymes, PSA, and iron levels. They seek advice on additional monitoring and aim to balance results with minimal side effects.
community Began MTF HRT (estradiol/spironolactone) at 39. The images are about 5 months apart. I haven't started minoxidil yet as I'm waiting to see how far I can get with suppressing T alone. I'm guarded, but hopeful I won't be needing wigs eternally.
A transgender individual began MTF HRT with estradiol and spironolactone at 39 and is monitoring hair regrowth before starting minoxidil. They are hopeful about not needing wigs permanently.
community Lowering DHT vs measured level and topical scalp treatment issues
The conversation discusses the effects of lowering DHT on hair loss and the importance of monitoring DHT levels during treatment. The user suggests that individual responses to DHT and hair loss treatments vary, and expresses a preference for topical treatments over oral medications due to concerns about systemic DHT reduction.
community Here's a recommended bloodwork panel before starting Fin.
The conversation provides a detailed list of blood tests recommended before starting finasteride to establish a baseline for monitoring potential side effects. A shorter list is also provided for those with limited funds, and the user shares personal experience of using finasteride without issues for about nine years.
community Did you visit a dermatologist before hopping on Finasteride?
Most users did not visit a dermatologist before starting finasteride, opting to purchase it directly or through a primary care physician. Some users shared experiences of side effects and emphasized the potential benefits of medical advice and monitoring.