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Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia
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Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
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technique to create small wounds in skin to activate collagen production and hair growth
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JAK inhibitor that reduces inflammation and immune attacks on hair follicles, leading to potential hair regrowth, especially in alopecia areata cases
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Is CONSORT a Risk of Bias Tool for Experimental Studies: A Big Misunderstanding
CONSORT improves trial reporting but doesn't assess bias.
research Collider bias undermines our understanding of COVID-19 disease risk and severity
Collider bias can distort our understanding of COVID-19 risk and severity.
research Collider bias undermines our understanding of COVID-19 disease risk and severity
Collider bias can mislead our understanding of COVID-19 risk and severity.
research Supplementary Material for: Monotherapy for Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis
Intralesional corticosteroids are best for mild alopecia areata, and DPCP is best for severe cases.
research Sex-bias in COVID-19-associated illness severity and mortality in cancer patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Male cancer patients have a higher risk of severe illness and death from COVID-19 than female patients.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Publication concludes finasteride is a associated with a 60% risk of persistent sexual dysfunction.
Finasteride is not linked to a 60% risk of persistent sexual dysfunction; this figure applies only to those already experiencing sexual issues. Most users do not have side effects, and the study's methodology is criticized for selection bias.
community The EU has Finasteride and Dutasteride under review at risk of getting banned.
Finasteride and Dutasteride are under review in the EU due to concerns about side effects like depression, but they are unlikely to be banned. Access to these medications varies, with easier availability in the UK compared to some EU countries.
community Popular hair loss drug linked to higher suicide risk: compared to non-users, finasteride (Proscar/ Propecia) users have a markedly increased risk of depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts. Over 30 years of observation, 19,320 suicides were expected.
Finasteride users may have an increased risk of depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts, though some attribute these issues to hair loss itself. The link between finasteride and mental health effects is debated, with varying user experiences.
community Finasteride, also known as Propecia or Proscar, treats male pattern baldness and enlarged prostate in millions of men worldwide. But a new study suggests the drug may also provide a surprising and life-saving benefit: lowering cholesterol and cutting the overall risk of cardiovascular disease.
The conversation discusses the potential benefits of finasteride (Fin) for lowering cholesterol and reducing cardiovascular disease risk, with users sharing personal experiences and opinions on the medication's effects on health and hair loss. Some users report positive changes in cholesterol levels after taking finasteride, while others are skeptical or joke about its effects.
community 57% increased chance of pattern hair loss independently associated with the consumption of sugary beverages in men (p<0.001) Pt 2
Sugary beverages increase the risk of pattern hair loss in men by 57%. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.