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an anticonvulsant repurposed for hair loss via histone inhibition
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autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss
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popular antihistamine showing promise for hair loss as an anti-inflammatory and prostaglandin inhibitor
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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss
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research A Practitioner's Guide to Hair Loss Part 1—History, Biology, Genetics, Prevention, Conventional Treatments, and Herbals
The document concludes that hair loss is influenced by genetics and other factors, and while treatments like finasteride can help, they have limitations and side effects.
research Post Menopausal Hyperandrogenism: A Case of a Steroid Cell Tumor of the Ovary
A woman's severe hormone imbalance after menopause led to finding a rare ovarian tumor, treated by surgery.
research Hair loss in elderly women
Hair loss in elderly women is often caused by various factors, including hormonal changes after menopause.
research Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy at a Hormone Clinic Causing Significant Virilization in a Post-Menopausal Women
A woman developed male characteristics after using unregulated hormone therapy.
research (101) Ovarian Hyperthecosis as a Cause of Hypersexualization in a Post-menopausal Female
Ovarian Hyperthecosis caused hypersexuality in an older woman and was successfully treated with surgery.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Female Hair loss
Women also experience hair loss, especially post-menopause, often requiring lifestyle changes. Treatments include Scalp Micropigmentation, hair transplants, and sometimes finasteride, with underlying causes needing medical evaluation.
community DHT and 5AR respect post, it's importance within the brain
The conversation discusses whether to use finasteride for hair loss, considering its role in inhibiting DHT and 5AR, which can affect brain function and mood. Some users report anxiety and depression from finasteride, while others do not experience these side effects and emphasize the importance of DHT for brain and prostate health.
community Mystery hair loss and colour change
The user is experiencing severe hair loss and color change despite low testosterone levels and healthy lifestyle changes. They have tried ketoconazole shampoo and consulted a dermatologist, who found no scalp issues but suggested using Toppik for coverage.
community Fats on your Head to Stop Hair Loss?
The conversation discusses the potential of long-chain unsaturated fatty acids, like oleic and linoleic acid, as an additional treatment for hair loss, which may inhibit the enzyme responsible for converting testosterone to DHT and promote hair growth. Users humorously suggest using oils topically and discuss other hair loss treatments, but the main focus is on the science behind fatty acids and their role in hair health.
community Hairloss all over body and head
A 25-year-old experiencing hair thinning all over the body and head, despite using minoxidil and having low vitamin D levels, is advised to seek a second opinion from a dermatologist specializing in hair loss. The likely diagnosis is diffuse alopecia areata, which may require treatment with a JAK inhibitor.