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laser therapy for anti-inflammatory and likely insignificant hair regrowth effects
learn Mesotherapy
technique to inject very small amounts of beneficial chemicals into the scalp
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scalp tattoos to mimic the appearance of light stubble
learn Alfatradiol
a synthetic estrogen used topically as an anti-androgen
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research Interventions for nail psoriasis
Some systemic treatments work for nail psoriasis but can have serious side effects.
research Primary cutaneous follicle centre cell lymphoma of the scalp presenting with scarring alopecia
A woman with scalp lymphoma and hair loss improved with radiotherapy, highlighting the need for biopsies in similar cases.
research Superficial Squamous Cell Carcinomas and Extensive Actinic Keratoses of the Scalp Treated with Radiation Therapy
Radiation therapy successfully treated an elderly man's skin cancer and pre-cancerous scalp lesions.
research Superficial Squamous Cell Carcinomas and Extensive Actinic Keratoses of the Scalp Treated with Radiation Therapy
Radiation therapy successfully treated an elderly man's skin cancer and pre-cancerous scalp lesions.
research Cutaneous Side Effects of Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy can cause skin side effects like rashes, hair loss, and nail changes, which are usually managed with conservative treatments.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Isn't it kind of strange that hair loss happens at where the 2 main superficial temporal arterty branches (temples and crown) are?
Hair loss may be linked to blood flow and inflammation, with treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and quercetin being discussed. The conversation also mentions the role of 5AR enzyme distribution in hair follicles.
community Women's Reactions
Balding can make dating more challenging, especially with superficial attitudes, but confidence and fitness can help. Some embrace shaving their heads, while others focus on self-improvement and acceptance.
community Shaving is NOT accepting baldness
Accepting baldness and the various ways people try to cope with it, such as shaving, using medications like minoxidil and finasteride, or getting a hair transplant. Participants discussed how true acceptance of hair loss involves confronting difficult emotions such as grief for one's former appearance and identity, as opposed to simply superficially hiding it with a shaved head.
community Any theories on why topical finasteride does not work for some people?
Topical finasteride may not work for some due to incorrect application, insufficient dosage, or individual differences in skin and hair thickness. Oral finasteride and minoxidil are often more effective, with consistent application and patience being key for results.
community (Topical) Quercetin might be a good add on to the hair loss stack
Quercetin might help with hair loss by inhibiting HSP-70, which increases androgen receptors. Concerns include its staining properties and unclear topical absorption.