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research Efficacy and Safety of Long-Pulsed 755-nm Alexandrite Laser for Keratosis Pilaris: A Split-Body Randomized Clinical Trial

9 citations , July 2022 in “Dermatology and Therapy”

In this study, long-pulsed 755-nm alexandrite laser treatment for keratosis pilaris significantly improved skin roughness and redness, as well as follicular plug reduction, with good safety and patient satisfaction compared to a moisturizing lotion alone.

research Chemokine C-C Motif Ligand 7 (CCL7), a Biomarker of Atherosclerosis, Is Associated with the Severity of Alopecia Areata: A Preliminary Study

4 citations , November 2021 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine”

This study found no significant differences in certain proinflammatory protein levels between patients with alopecia areata and healthy controls but noted a potential association between disease severity and increased atherosclerosis risk.

research Assessment of the effectiveness and satisfaction of platelet-rich plasma compared with hyaluronic acid in knee osteoarthritis at minimum 7-year follow-up: A post hoc analysis of a randomized controlled trial

14 citations , November 2022 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology”

This study found that platelet-rich plasma injections were more effective than hyaluronic acid in improving survival rates, reducing re-intervention, and enhancing patient satisfaction for mid-term knee osteoarthritis treatment.

research Polyamine Oxidase Expression Is Downregulated by 17β-Estradiol via Estrogen Receptor 2 in Human MCF-7 Breast Cancer Cells

8 citations , July 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences”

This study found that in estrogen receptor-positive breast cancer cells, 17β-estradiol repressed polyamine oxidase transcription by interacting with AP-1 sites on its promoter.

research Vitamin A regulates dermal papilla cell proliferation and apoptosis under heat stress via IGF1 and Wnt10b signaling

2 citations , August 2023 in “Ecotoxicology and environmental safety”

This study found that vitamin A significantly enhanced the proliferation and inhibited apoptosis of rabbit dermal papilla cells under heat stress, likely by modulating miR-195/IGF1 and Wnt10b/β-catenin signaling pathways.

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community 10 years of fin + 1 year of oral minox + P7 - Story/encouragement/maintenance

in Progress Pictures 39 upvotes 1 year ago

A 29-year-old doctor in Australia shares his 10-year experience with finasteride and 1-year experience with oral minoxidil for hair maintenance, reporting no significant side effects and effective hair preservation. He also uses a nizoral shampoo and a compounded tablet containing finasteride, minoxidil, and a multivitamin.

community Derm says to stop dutasteride after 4 months

5 upvotes 3 years ago

A dermatologist advised stopping dutasteride after six months and switching from whey to pea protein, but users disagreed, citing no evidence linking whey to hair loss. The original poster plans to continue dutasteride for six months and switch to pea protein for peace of mind.

community Why do I have the feeling that this subreddit is flooded by Kintor employees?

in Chat 132 upvotes 2 years ago

Users discuss aggressive promotion of Koshine 826, suspecting Kintor employees are behind it. Concerns are raised about its effectiveness, with some preferring alternatives like finasteride and minoxidil.

community Day 1 documentation: starting a 3 in 1 spray, 6% Min, .3% Fin, .025% tretinoin.

in Progress Pictures 181 upvotes 1 year ago

A user is starting a hair loss treatment with a 3-in-1 spray containing 6% minoxidil, 0.3% finasteride, and 0.025% tretinoin. Users are skeptical about its effectiveness due to advanced hair loss, but some suggest adding microneedling and using affordable generics.

community Does finasteride decrease free testosterone?

in Research/Science 186 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride may decrease free testosterone by increasing SHBG, potentially causing side effects like reduced libido and hormonal changes. Some find it effective for hair loss, while others experience negative effects.

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