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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Acute telogen effluvium due to Dengue fever mimicking androgenetic alopecia
research Clinical picture, diagnosis, treatment and outcome of severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) in children
Children generally have milder SARS symptoms than adults, with good outcomes and no deaths reported, but long-term effects are unclear.
research Telogen Effluvium
Telogen effluvium is a form of hair loss caused by various factors and requires identifying the cause for proper treatment.
research SARS‐CoV‐2‐induced telogen effluvium: a multicentric study
COVID-19 infection may cause significant hair loss, but full hair recovery is likely without special treatment.
research Etiology, management, and outcomes of pediatric telogen effluvium: A single‐center study in the United States
Most children with rapid hair loss had a known cause, with stress and illness being top triggers, and treatments showed similar improvement.
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5 / 103 resultscommunity Study shows further evidence that finasteride and dutasteride take 12-18 months or more to show significant results. Do NOT give up early
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of finasteride and dutasteride in treating hair loss, emphasizing that significant results often take 12-18 months or more. Dutasteride is generally considered superior, with similar or fewer side effects than finasteride, but patience is required for noticeable improvement.
community What's "wrong" with oral minoxidil, exactly?
Oral minoxidil can boost hair growth but may cause side effects like heart palpitations and increased body hair. Many prefer topical minoxidil due to fewer side effects.
community Dutasteride High Libido. How come we don't talk about this?
Dutasteride and finasteride can affect libido differently, with some experiencing increased libido and others decreased libido or erectile dysfunction. Dutasteride may increase testosterone levels but can also cause side effects like liver enzyme changes, while topical finasteride may have fewer sexual side effects.
community Everyone is ignoring that plasma finasteride levels are 100x lower with topical compared to oral.
Topical finasteride results in plasma levels 100 times lower than oral finasteride, potentially reducing systemic side effects. Users report similar efficacy with fewer side effects, suggesting a preference for topical application.
community 26M: Conflicting Diagnoses (AGA vs Telogen Effluvium), Treatment Advice Needed
A 26-year-old is experiencing hair thinning and has received conflicting diagnoses of androgenetic alopecia and telogen effluvium. They are considering treatments like dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and are unsure whether to start treatment or pursue further diagnosis like a scalp biopsy.