research Simulation of scalp cooling by external devices for prevention of chemotherapy-induced alopecia
Scalp cooling devices need to be powerful enough to overcome heat loss and reach the right temperature to prevent hair loss from chemotherapy.
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research Innovations for cost-effective and eco-friendly solutions to combat chemotherapy-induced alopecia: a narrative systematic review
New cooling caps can help prevent hair loss from chemotherapy in a cost-effective and eco-friendly way.
research A missing piece: the spiny mouse and the puzzle of menstruating species
The spiny mouse is a unique menstruating rodent that can help us understand menstruation and reproductive disorders.
research Hair disorders in patients with cancer
Cancer treatments often cause hair disorders, significantly affecting patients' quality of life, and better management methods are needed.
research Cold thermal injury from cold caps used for the prevention of chemotherapy-induced alopecia
Some patients using cold caps to prevent hair loss from chemotherapy got mild scalp injuries similar to frostbite.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Started aggressively losing my hair at 16 and I'm now 30
The user started losing their hair at 16 and got a hair transplant. They used Minoxidil and finasteride as treatments. The transplant has held up well and they have not experienced graft loss.
community 18 months Dut - Shed after shed without any gains
Dutasteride caused persistent hair shedding and no improvement for 18 months, leading to a switch back to finasteride. The user also uses oral minoxidil and plans to focus on better scalp health.
community Is Trump no longer on finasteride?
Trump's health report omits finasteride, sparking speculation about whether he stopped using it or switched treatments. Some believe he might not prioritize hair maintenance anymore.
community Been on Dut for 2 1/2 years. AMA
The user shares a positive experience with Dutasteride for hair loss, noting increased hair density and minimal side effects after switching from Finasteride. They prefer oral Dutasteride and avoid Minoxidil due to its inconvenience and potential risks.
community Why is everyone not directly advised Dutasteride?
Dutasteride is less commonly prescribed for hair loss because it is not FDA-approved for this purpose, unlike finasteride, which is more accessible and preferred due to fewer side effects. Dutasteride may be more effective in reducing DHT but has a longer half-life and potentially more significant side effects.
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