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5 / 6 resultslearn Lavender
plant and natural oil with antimicrobial and some anti-androgenic effects
learn Dutasteride
Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
learn Hair Multiplication
extract, clone, and reinsert your own hair cells
learn Osteopontin
signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss
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research The Dihydrotestosterone Hypothesis of Prostate Cancer and Its Therapeutic Implications
The document suggests that targeting the hormone DHT could be a more effective treatment for prostate cancer than targeting testosterone.
research The Pathogenesis of Acne: How Might Azelaic Acid Act?
Azelaic acid may help treat acne by killing bacteria, reducing inflammation, and preventing clogged pores.
research Therapeutic Control of Androgen Action
Understanding how androgens work is key for creating new treatments for prostate issues and hair/skin conditions.
research The First Syntheses of 16β-Chloro- and 16β-Bromo-Cyproterone Acetate
Scientists made two new chemicals that might help treat diseases caused by male hormones.
research Nutritional Therapy Versus 6-Mercaptopurine as Maintenance Therapy in Patients with Crohn's Disease
Elental is a good long-term treatment for Crohn's disease, similar to 6-mercaptopurine but with fewer side effects.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity 6 Months on Fin/Min, Progress and shedding anxiety
The user shares progress on hair regrowth using topical Minoxidil twice daily, tretinoin at night, and oral finasteride daily, experiencing a second shedding phase but still seeing positive results. They seek advice from others who have experienced similar shedding.
community 6 months of 1mg Finastride oral and 5% Minioxidil topical
A user has been using 1mg oral finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil for six months, with some derma stamping, but feels hair growth has stagnated and is considering PRP or a hair transplant. Others advise continuing the current regimen, noting that maintaining existing hair is an achievement, and suggest ignoring negative comments from friends.
community 6 months of taking 1mg of fin every mon, wed and Friday.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1mg of finasteride three times a week, with mild side effects like gynecomastia and breakouts. They are considering starting minoxidil.
community 6 years fighting the Norwood reaper
The user has been managing hair loss with microneedling, Nutrafol, topical finasteride/minoxidil foam, LLLT, and Nizoral, and plans to add oral minoxidil. They are seeing improvement and are cautious about using oral finasteride due to past gynecomastia concerns.
community 6+ Months of Shedding After Switching to Oral Minoxidil and Dutasteride — Is This Normal?
The user switched from topical to oral minoxidil and started taking dutasteride, experiencing continuous shedding for over six months. They are concerned about the quality of the oral minoxidil and unsure if new vellus hair growth is related to the treatment.