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a novel topical treatment that inhibits DHT on androgen receptors
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acid used for antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and anti-androgenic properties
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research compound made to degrade androgen receptors in scalp
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technique to create small wounds in skin to activate collagen production and hair growth
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Perifolliculitis Capitis Abscedens et Suffodiens
The man's scalp condition did not improve with tetracycline treatment.
research Management of Acne
Acne treatment varies, with topical and systemic therapies effective, and more research needed on treatment order and long-term effects.
research Acne and Its Management
Acne is a chronic skin condition not caused by poor hygiene or diet, and it requires long-term treatment and patient education.
research Acne
Acne is a common skin condition linked to diet, hormones, and genetics, and early treatment can prevent scarring.
research Alopecia-Associated Pseudocyst of the Scalp
A rare scalp condition causing hair loss and cysts in young men can be treated effectively with a specific steroid injection.
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5 / 560 resultscommunity Do not use oral dutasteride from Strut Health.
The ineffectiveness of Strut Health's dutasteride capsules, which are filled with raw powder instead of liquid and don't contain any buffering agents that would allow for absorption into the bloodstream. It is suggested to use other brands of liquid-filled dutasteride capsules for better results.
community Finally Scalp Folliculitis-Free after 2 Decades of Suffering
A 37-year-old male resolved scalp folliculitis by adopting a low-histamine diet and taking Vitamin A, Zinc, and Fish Oil, leading to better skin health and thicker hair. He warns about the potential toxicity of excessive Vitamin A intake.
community I’m Quitting ketoconazole shampoo
A user is quitting ketoconazole shampoo, believing it worsened their hair condition, and plans to use clarifying, keratin, and pH balanced moisturizing shampoos instead. Another user suggests using conditioner after ketoconazole to prevent dryness.
community Female, 30, PCOS diagnosis, MPB Norwood 2. Endo refuses to give anything other than Spironolactone. Feel like I’m at my wit’s end here.
A 30-year-old female with PCOS and male pattern baldness is frustrated with her endocrinologist's recommendation of only Spironolactone and minoxidil, feeling that dutasteride, finasteride, and progesterone would be more effective. Other users suggest various online sources for treatments, warn against self-medicating due to potential risks, and recommend seeking a specialized endocrinologist or considering additional treatments like Inositol, Berberine, and dermaneedling.
community Pattern hair loss could be due to gut bacteria
Feeding bacteria-free mice with Lactobacillus murinus worsened hair loss, but a regular diet with biotin stopped it. The conversation suggests gut bacteria and diet may influence hair loss, with some skepticism and discussion about other factors like DHT and genetics.