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herb and oil thought to stimulate skin and hair
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autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss
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scalp tattoos to mimic the appearance of light stubble
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glycoprotein that inhibits TGF-β and promotes hair growth by antagonizing activin
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Sleep quality and its clinical associations in trichotillomania and skin picking disorder
People with trichotillomania or skin picking disorder generally sleep worse than those without these conditions.
research Cross-sectional survey examining skin picking and hair pulling disorders during the COVID-19 pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic increased symptoms in people with skin picking and hair pulling disorders.
research Obsessive-compulsive skin disorders: a novel classification based on degree of insight
The new classification system for skin disorders emphasizes the importance of understanding a patient's awareness of their condition for better treatment.
research A Series of Clinical Cases of Psychocutaneous Disorders in a Dermatology Unit in Albania
The conclusion is that a team of skin doctors and psychiatrists is needed to better treat patients with mind-skin disorders.
research Obsessive-compulsive disorder in dermatology
Skin doctors should recognize and treat conditions like hair-pulling and skin-picking early, often using therapy and medication, to help 50-70% of patients.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity PSA: Most men who stay on Fin will see the sexual side effects go away. Stop the fear mongering
Finasteride can cause sexual side effects in less than 2% of men, but these often disappear over time, even if the treatment continues. Some users report persistent side effects, while others experience no issues or only temporary ones.
community 12 mo fin. 3 mo Min. time for me to leave the subreddit.
A user sharing their hair restoration results after taking finasteride for 12 months and minoxidil orally for 3 months; other users responding with questions and comments about the treatments used.
community Massive study on finasteride side effects released
The release of a study on 5a-reductase inhibitors (finasteride and dutasteride) which showed an increased risk of depression, dementia, decreased libido, and reduced semen load as potential side effects; discussion around other forms of hair loss treatments such as topical minoxidil, RU58841, or opting to accept baldness; and advice to consider professional help for deeper issues related to hair loss.
community Do you believe these studies are real or just fear mongering
Finasteride can regrow hair but may cause depression and suicidal thoughts in some users. The connection between finasteride and mental health issues is debated, with some attributing it to pre-existing conditions or stress.
community I will have it cured by morning
Researching the cause of hair loss and treating it by preventing DHT in the scalp with medication such as finasteride or dutasteride, estrogen, minoxidil, dermarolling, and possible topical antiandrogens.