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Research Backed Dutasteride Simulator (Serum/scalp DHT included for all doses)
A Dutasteride Simulator predicts serum dutasteride, serum DHT, and scalp DHT levels using models from research papers. It simulates various dosing schedules to determine steady-state effects and visualizes outcomes, including hair growth-related scalp DHT suppression.
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Trying very low dose aromatose inhibitor with fin
Finasteride A user is experiencing side effects from topical finasteride and is considering using a low dose of anastrozole to manage potential gynecomastia while continuing finasteride for hair loss. They are unsure whether to start the aromatase inhibitor immediately or wait to see if their body adjusts. -
Proof DHT is not the main cause of hair loss. TRPS1 Gene and Protein might be. PP405 won’t work. AMP-303 might!
Research/Science Hair loss may be linked to the TRPS1 gene and protein, not just DHT. Amplifica's AMP-303 targets mesenchymal stem cells and shows promise in treating hair loss, unlike Pelage's PP405. -
Dermatologist Scammed me (I think)
Treatments An 18-year-old is frustrated with a dermatologist who prescribed shampoos and Betnovate instead of Minoxidil and Finasteride for hair loss and seborrheic dermatitis. The user feels misled and is considering giving up on dermatologists. -
6 months of dutasteride + minoxidil.
Update A 31-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth after 6 months using daily 0.5 mg dutasteride, 5% topical minoxidil twice a day, occasional dermarolling, and hair supplements. He reported a slight decrease in libido initially but no other side effects, and there's potential for further improvement up to 12–18 months. -
24M with crown thinning and oily scalp - shampoo recommendations and whether to start minoxidil again?
General A 24-year-old male with crown thinning and an oily scalp is seeking advice on shampoo recommendations and whether to restart minoxidil or try a hair growth serum. He is concerned about daily shampooing and managing greasy hair. -
3 and half years - Fin, Min — and some micro needling
Minoxidil A nearly 50-year-old male achieved significant hair regrowth and thickening over three years using daily finasteride, twice-daily topical minoxidil, and bi-weekly microneedling with a dermastamp. He experienced no side effects and found microneedling particularly effective for the crown area.
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Serum ferritin and hair iron content in correlation to hair diameter and density: a case-control study
This study investigated the correlation between serum ferritin and hair iron content with hair diameter and density in Indonesian men with androgenetic alopecia (AGA). It included 33 men with AGA and 33 non-alopecia controls. The results showed no significant differences in serum ferritin and total hair iron levels between the groups. However, in men with milder AGA, a weak positive correlation was found between total hair iron level and hair diameter. In the non-alopecia group, a weak negative correlation was observed between serum ferritin and total hair iron levels. The findings suggest that hair iron levels may play a role in promoting hair thickness in early AGA, indicating potential for adjuvant therapy.
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Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil And Topical Minoxidil: Consensus Recommendations For Managing Male And Female Pattern Hair Loss In Hair Transplant Patients Using A Modified Delphi Process
Low-dose oral and topical minoxidil are recommended for managing hair loss in transplant patients, with specific doses and precautions.
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Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil And Topical Minoxidil: Consensus Recommendations For Managing Male And Female Pattern Hair Loss In Hair Transplant Patients Using A Modified Delphi Process
Low-dose oral and topical minoxidil are recommended for managing hair loss in transplant patients, with specific doses and precautions.
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Traditional Review: Exosomes in Dermatology and Cosmetology
Exosomes show promise for treating skin conditions and improving cosmetic skin health.
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Efficacy of Intraoperative Platelet-Rich Plasma in Follicular Unit Extraction Hair Transplantation: A Prospective Study
Using PRP in hair transplants improves hair regrowth, healing, and patient satisfaction.
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High-Throughput Screening of Small Molecule Wnt/β-Catenin Activators for Hair and Nail Growth
Certain compounds can boost hair and nail growth.
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Complication Following Treatment With a Microneedling Technique for Female Pattern Hair Loss: Hair Dye-Induced Tattoo-Like Pigmentation
Avoid hair dye after microneedling to prevent scalp pigmentation.
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Repurposing Metformin for Dermatological Use: Mechanisms, Evidence, and Clinical Perspectives
Metformin shows promise for treating skin conditions, but more research is needed.
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Medicinal Plants as Reservoirs of Endophytic Bacterial Genes Regulating Stress Tolerance: A Metagenomic Study on Eclipta Prostrata
Endophytic bacteria in Eclipta prostrata help the plant tolerate stress and boost its medicinal properties.
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A Prospective, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Study of Efficacy and Safety of Ashwagandha Root Extract Capsule on Skin and Hair Health in Healthy Adults
Ashwagandha root extract improves skin and hair health without side effects.