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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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much-hyped research compound targeting prolactin receptor in scalp
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a synthetic prostamide used to treat eyelashes also shows promise for stimulating hair growth on scalp
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a topical anti-androgen with less systemic involvement
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research The Efficacy of Azelaic Acid 20% Cream in the Treatment of Scalp Alopecia Areata
Azelaic acid 20% cream works well for treating scalp alopecia areata and can be an alternative to clobetasol ointment.
research Real-time in vivo structure-function study of scalp hair cycles: an experimental approach for monitoring living hair roots with a 20-year follow-up
Minoxidil and finasteride effectively promote hair regrowth within 3 months.
research Effect of lifestyle and weight control on skin and scalp health in people in their 20s and 30s
Healthy lifestyle and weight control improve skin and scalp health in young adults.
research Permanent scalp alopecia related to breast cancer chemotherapy by sequential fluorouracil/epirubicin/cyclophosphamide (FEC) and docetaxel: a prospective study of 20 patients
Some breast cancer chemotherapy can cause permanent hair loss.
research The Efficacy of Azelaic Acid 20% Cream in the Treatment of Scalp Alopecia Areata
Azelaic acid cream can effectively treat scalp hair loss.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Scalp Progress 2024 March Through to Now 1mg Finasteride daily and 2x weekly ketoconazole shampoo
The user is using 1mg Finasteride daily and ketoconazole shampoo twice weekly for hair regrowth, with noticeable improvement. They are considering adding Minoxidil to their regimen.
community Studies show: 0.2 mg reduces scalp DHT by ~55%. 1 mg reduces it by ~64%. 5 mg reduces it by ~69%.
Finasteride reduces scalp DHT significantly even at low doses, with 0.2 mg reducing it by about 55%, but higher doses like 1 mg and 5 mg offer only marginally more reduction. Users discuss side effects, with some experiencing none and others reporting issues like low libido, and they also mention using other treatments like minoxidil and dutasteride.
community Dutasteride 0.5 mg/day lowers scalp DHT levels by only 50% (but 2.5 mg/day lowers scalp DHT by 80%).
Dutasteride at 2.5 mg/day reduces scalp DHT by 80%, while 0.5 mg/day reduces it by 50%, with minimal difference in side effects. Users often combine it with finasteride, RU58841, and minoxidil for better hair loss management, though side effects like dry skin and pimples are noted.
community 2020 Hair and Scalp Treatments: A Clinical Guide (in Depth 350 Page Guide)
Treatments for hair loss, including topical immunotherapy, regenerative treatments, laser and light-based therapies, oral supplements, intralesional steroids, and new drugs like finasteride and minoxidil.
community Late 20s, 5 Years of hair loss, oily scalp, tried ketoconazole
The user is experiencing hair loss, possibly due to androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, and has tried ketoconazole shampoo without success. They are hesitant to use finasteride due to potential side effects and are seeking advice on managing their condition.