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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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Should i start fin/min 33 y/o long hairs, mostly covered, Turbaned guy
Finasteride A 33-year-old with long hair is experiencing hair loss and is considering starting finasteride and minoxidil or dutasteride and minoxidil. They are seeking advice on which treatment to choose and where to purchase it in North America. -
Minoxidil is destroying my scalp - please help
Minoxidil Minoxidil is causing severe scalp irritation, including itchiness and dryness, for the user. Alternatives suggested include anti-fungal treatments, propylene-glycol-free formulations, and possibly oral minoxidil. -
Fin and Min Spray advice
Treatments A user is seeking advice on using a spray containing 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil for hair loss. Another user suggests applying it in the morning to avoid transferring it to pillows and recommends reading a guide for microneedling advice. -
From Day 1 to Day 365, being on 1mg Finasteride and 5% Minoxidil has changed my life.
Progress Pictures Using 1mg Finasteride and 5% Minoxidil for a year led to significant hair regrowth, despite initial side effects like decreased sex drive, which improved with exercise. Consistency in treatment was highlighted as crucial for success. -
Any haircut style that can salvage this lol?
General The user is experiencing hair thinning despite using finasteride for three years and is considering trying minoxidil. They are seeking advice on a hairstyle, like a French crop, to manage their hair loss. -
Doctor recommended dut+min post HT but for only 6 months
General The user underwent a hair transplant and was prescribed dutasteride and minoxidil for 6 months to address crown thinning. They are skeptical about the short duration and consider continuing the medication longer.
A Scoping Review of Exosome Delivery Applications in Hair Loss
This scoping review examines 16 studies on exosome delivery methods for treating non-cicatricial alopecia, particularly androgenetic alopecia and alopecia areata. The studies primarily used exosomes derived from mesenchymal stem cells and explored various delivery methods, with microneedle patches emerging as the most effective for targeted delivery. Exosome therapy shows promise in promoting hair follicle regeneration and enhancing hair growth by activating specific pathways. However, challenges such as the lack of standardization in exosome isolation and the need for further research to establish safety and efficacy remain, as no exosome products for alopecia are currently FDA-approved. The review suggests that exosome delivery methods could complement existing alopecia treatments, offering a novel approach to hair loss therapy.
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Surgical Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia in Clinical Practice
FUE hair transplant is the best surgical treatment for hair loss, offering natural and lasting results.
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Multidimensional Assessment of Adverse Events of Finasteride: A Real-World Pharmacovigilance Analysis Based on FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) from 2004 to April 2024
Finasteride can cause long-term side effects like sexual dysfunction and depression.
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Rapid In Situ Formation of a Double Cross-Linked Network Hydrogels for Wound Healing Promotion
The hydrogel dressing rapidly heals wounds and promotes blood clotting better than existing options.
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Temperature-Dependent Phase Transition Microemulsions for Enhanced Transdermal Delivery of Finasteride and Silodosin
Menthol-based microemulsions improve skin delivery of finasteride and silodosin.
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The Prevalence of Dermatoses Among Resident Doctors and Medical Students During COVID-19 Pandemic: A Cross-Sectional Study
Resident doctors had more facial skin discoloration than medical students during COVID-19.
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Management of Telogen Effluvium: A Survey Among Dermatologists and Dermatology Residents of Nepal
A standardized guideline would improve Telogen Effluvium management.
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Current Understanding on Canine and Feline Dermatophytosis: Clinical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Perspectives
Microsporum canis causes ringworm in dogs and cats, treatable with topical and oral antifungals.
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Dehydrogenase, Cortisol, Dopamine, Zinc, and Vitamin D3 in Iraqi Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
PCOS patients have higher LDH and lower cortisol, dopamine, zinc, and vitamin D3, which may contribute to their symptoms and obesity.
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Real-Time In Vivo Structure-Function Study of Scalp Hair Cycles: An Experimental Approach for Monitoring Living Hair Roots with a 20-Year Follow-Up
Minoxidil and finasteride effectively promote hair regrowth within 3 months.