Management of Alopecia

May 2013

Brian P. Maloney

alopecia hair loss psychological distress

TLDR Hair loss causes significant psychological distress.

The document discussed the uncertain function of hair in humans, contrasting its known roles in animals. Despite lacking a clear functional purpose, hair retained symbolic significance, often associated with youth, health, and strength. Historical references, such as the story of Samson and ancient Egyptian remedies for hair loss, highlighted the longstanding cultural importance of hair. The document noted that hair loss was linked to significant psychological distress for many individuals.

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community Popular hair loss drug linked to higher suicide risk: compared to non-users, finasteride (Proscar/ Propecia) users have a markedly increased risk of depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts. Over 30 years of observation, 19,320 suicides were expected.

in Research/Science 493 upvotes 1 month ago

Finasteride users may have an increased risk of depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts, though some attribute these issues to hair loss itself. The link between finasteride and mental health effects is debated, with varying user experiences.

community Just Like France Belgium disagrees with EMA and will veto against Finasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 54 upvotes 5 months ago

Belgium disagrees with the EMA and does not authorize the 1 mg oral form of finasteride for androgenic alopecia, citing a negative benefit-risk ratio. Despite this, some individuals in Belgium can still obtain finasteride through prescriptions, and there is debate over its mental health risks versus its benefits for hair loss and other health issues.

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in Satire 479 upvotes 2 years ago

Treatments for hair loss, including microneedling, finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, RU-58841, pyrilutamide, pumpkin seed oil, rosemary water, orchiectomy, and estrogen.

community Confused why people are calling PP405 a cure...it never claimed to be able to undo miniaturization or revert vellus back to terminal hairs. It seems to be more of a growth stimulant like minoxidil.

in Research/Science 53 upvotes 11 months ago

PP405 is not a cure for hair loss but may reactivate dormant hair follicles, similar to minoxidil. It is unlikely to help with miniaturized or vellus hairs and is still in trial phases, with availability expected around 2030.

community 9 Month Status Update. I am so glad I started when I did

in Progress Pictures 1203 upvotes 1 year ago

A user shared a 9-month update on hair loss treatment, reporting positive results from taking 1 mg of finasteride and 1.25 mg of minoxidil daily. The discussion includes varied experiences with these treatments, questions about side effects, and comments on the unpredictability of treatment effectiveness.

community Topical Dutasteride - Non-Hormonal, Side Effect Free 5ARI?

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Topical dutasteride is suggested as a low side-effect treatment for hair loss, with a proposed dose of 0.025% 1ml/day. It is considered better than finasteride due to its even inhibition of DHT isoforms and lower systemic absorption.

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