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research Persistent Alopecia in a Breast Cancer Patient Following Taxane Chemotherapy and Adjuvant Endocrine Therapy: Case Report and Review of Post-treatment Hair Loss in Oncology Patients with Breast Cancer
A breast cancer patient had lasting hair loss after chemotherapy, which improved with minoxidil treatment.
research Assessment of Quality of Life and Treatment Outcomes of Patients With Persistent Postchemotherapy Alopecia
Hair regrowth treatments had modest benefits for patients with long-term hair loss after chemotherapy.
research BI39 Oncological therapies and hair disorders: a narrative approach on permanent chemotherapy-induced alopecia. A literature review of cancer-related therapies and their associated hair and scalp disorders
Permanent hair loss from chemotherapy significantly impacts patients' mental health and social life, highlighting the need for better patient education and support.
research Abstract P5-21-05: ERALOP study: Post adjuvant FEC - docetaxel chemotherapy for early breast cancer: Hair regrowth in the real life
After chemotherapy for early breast cancer, 33.4% of patients had long-term significant hair loss, with some hair regrowth over time, but treatments for hair loss were largely ineffective.
research Influence of oral minoxidil 1 mg and 2.5 mg on the growth speed of hair and nails
Oral minoxidil effectively boosts hair and nail growth without major side effects.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Stopping finasteride for chemo
A user diagnosed with lymphoma is advised to stop finasteride during chemotherapy, with suggestions to consider treatments like Dutasteride and Minoxidil post-recovery. The focus is on prioritizing health over hair loss, with encouragement and advice from others who have experienced similar situations.
community 18->24 six years of Fin and Minox…. I guess we can’t all be winners 😭
A user named "EgyptStar81" who has been dealing with hair loss since age 15 due to genetics, chemotherapy and finasteride/minoxidil treatment. Possible solutions such as dutasteride, oral minoxidil, hair transplants and extensions were suggested.
community 7 years minoxidil user. Is this the Time for HT ?
A 25-year-old has used minoxidil for 7 years, finasteride for 2 years, oral minoxidil and dutasteride for 3 months, and also tried microneedling and nizoral. They are considering a hair transplant but are concerned about being a good candidate due to potential retrograde alopecia.
community DUPA VS. FAPD, which is more treatable? Which is worse?
DUPA is considered more treatable than FAPD, as FAPD involves scarring that prevents hair regrowth. The user has started treatment with oral dutasteride and minoxidil, hoping for better results than previous treatments.
community There’s a war against finasteride and dht blockers
Finasteride is a controversial hair loss treatment, with some users experiencing positive results and others facing side effects like erectile dysfunction. The discussion emphasizes the importance of personal choice and informed decision-making.