research Evaluating the Quality of TikTok Content on Alopecia: A Cross-Sectional DISCERN-Based Analysis
TikTok can educate about alopecia, but more accurate content from medical professionals is needed.
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research Evaluating the Disease-Related Experiences of TikTok Users With Lupus Erythematosus: Qualitative and Content Analysis
TikTok videos show that people with Lupus often discuss symptoms and their significant impact on mental health, face diagnostic delays, have mixed views on treatments, and feel isolated despite support.
research Alopecia areata and pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia) on social media – Current public interest trends and cross‐sectional analysis of YouTube and TikTok contents
Alopecia areata gained more interest on social media than pattern hair loss, with TikTok showing more personal stories and YouTube offering higher quality educational content.
research The Evidence Behind Topical Hair Loss Remedies on TikTok
Some TikTok hair loss remedies like rosemary oil, onion juice, and garlic gel show promise, but more research is needed and they might delay proper treatment.
research YouTube/ Bilibili/ TikTok videos as sources of medical information on laryngeal carcinoma: cross-sectional content analysis study
Social media videos on laryngeal cancer need better quality and professional input.
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A TikTok trend promoting a roll-on hair regrowth pen is discussed, with skepticism about its effectiveness without using finasteride or dutasteride. The original poster has been using finasteride for 2 years, minoxidil for 1 year, and microneedling for 12 months.
community Looksmaxxers on TikTok are turning teens so insecure, that there’s tons of 18 year olds with no hair loss at all taking Fin and Dut.. Opinions?
Young people are using hair loss treatments like finasteride and dutasteride without having hair loss, influenced by social media trends. Concerns are raised about the potential long-term effects of taking these medications at a young age.
community Genuine Minoxidil Sanity Check-Tiktok Shops
A user bought Kirkland Minoxidil from a TikTok shop and sought confirmation of its authenticity through a bleach test, which some users warned could be dangerous. Many participants advised against buying from TikTok due to the risk of fakes, suggesting alternatives like buying from Costco or reputable online pharmacies.
community how it feels to talk to tiktok kids about hairloss that isn’t shitty rosemary oil bloodflow and microneedling
Minoxidil and finasteride are effective for hair loss, especially when used together. Microneedling may enhance minoxidil's effects, but its standalone effectiveness is uncertain.
community Hair loss after COVID or vaccination isn’t “made up” but it’s also not what TikTok makes it sound like
COVID and COVID vaccination can trigger hair loss, primarily telogen effluvium, due to stress and immune system activation. Proper diagnosis and addressing factors like nutrition and stress are crucial for recovery.
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