First Clinical Cases of Leishmaniosis in Meerkats (Suricata Suricatta) Housed in Wildlife Parks in Madrid, Spain

Lions can experience hair loss, similar to humans, and humorous suggestions were made about using treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling. The conversation also touched on the significance of a lion's mane and compared it to human balding.

A 25-year-old from Spain is considering starting finasteride for hair loss after using minoxidil for two years with limited success. They seek advice on private dermatology practices in Spain, including prescription processes, treatment duration, and costs, and ask for experiences from others using finasteride.

A user shared a tragic experience where their cat died after being exposed to Minoxidil, warning others of its toxicity to pets. Some users discussed switching to oral hair loss treatments, while others expressed condolences and shared their own concerns and experiences with topical treatments around pets.

Hair regrowth treatments are effective in mice but not yet available for humans. The discussion humorously highlights frustration over this disparity and mentions a project to genetically modify elephants to resemble mammoths.

The conversation humorously acknowledges the role of mice in testing Minoxidil for hair loss while also discussing the ethics of animal testing. Some users argue against animal testing, citing cruelty, while others defend its necessity for medical advancements.

PP405's phase 2a trial results were presented, focusing on safety and pharmacokinetics, with a future meeting planned to share the full dataset. The trial includes a randomized controlled portion and an open-label extension, with no indication of phase 2B completion.