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research Elevated body mass index, statin use, and cholecystectomy are associated with vulvar lichen sclerosus: A retrospective, case-control study
Being overweight, having gallbladder removal surgery, and taking cholesterol-lowering drugs are linked to a higher chance of getting vulvar lichen sclerosus.
research Trends in Prevalence of Statin Use and Treatment Burden for Statin Users with Comorbidities in South Korea
More people in South Korea are using statins each year, especially those with diabetes, muscle pain, and heart disease, leading to higher medical costs.
research Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, February 13–16, 2013
The document concludes that various findings in rheumatology offer insights into disease severity, treatment responses, and potential risks in medication, with some limitations due to unspecified participant numbers.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
PCOS is a genetic disorder affecting women's reproductive health, with treatments focused on symptoms like insulin resistance and fertility.
research Female Serum HER2 Expression: Its Association With Metabolic Syndrome and Treatment Drug Response
Lowering HER2 levels with certain drugs may reduce metabolic syndrome risk in women.
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5 / 382 resultscommunity Warning: Minoxidil usage around pets
Minoxidil is highly toxic to pets, especially cats and dogs, even in small amounts. Many users have switched to oral minoxidil to prevent accidental exposure to their pets.
community Minoxidil alone, 4 months consistent usage
Minoxidil 5% foam was used twice daily for 4 months, resulting in visible hair regrowth. Users discussed adding finasteride for better long-term results, with concerns about its side effects and alternatives like breezula and clascoterone.
community Derma told me to quit finastirde
A dermatologist advised stopping finasteride after 3-6 months, but many users disagreed, stating it should be used indefinitely to maintain hair. Users recommended finding a new dermatologist due to the perceived misinformation.
community Justifications for starting Finasteride
An 18-year-old decided to start taking finasteride for hair loss, justifying it by stating that finasteride is the most effective treatment available and that the risk of side effects is low, with clinical trials showing it stops hair loss in 80% of men. The user encourages others not to be deterred by negative forum posts and to consider their own experience and clinical data.
community I’m on Dut from last 3 months before that I was on Fin.
The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride while continuing minoxidil and saw improvement in hair growth. They are considering stopping minoxidil due to lack of results over five years but are unsure.