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research Abstract 850: Androgenic alopecia and risks of overall and aggressive prostate cancer: An updated meta-analysis

March 2024 in “Cancer Research”

This meta-analysis found that men with vertex balding at age 40 or older may have a modestly increased risk of prostate cancer, with a pooled relative risk of 1.08, but no significant association was observed with frontal balding.

research A Philosophy and Strategy for Surgical Hair Restoration

November 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

This review discusses the surgical methods of hair restoration, highlighting the density benefits of scalp reduction and rotation, but reports no new clinical findings.

research Faculty Opinions recommendation of Androgenetic alopecia and risk of prostate cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

February 2013

This study found that vertex pattern androgenetic alopecia was significantly associated with an increased risk of prostate cancer, whereas any pattern of the condition did not show a significant risk increase.

research Androgenetic alopecia

January 2009 in “CRC Press eBooks”

This review discusses the pathogenesis and patterns of androgenetic alopecia in men and suggests further research due to the condition's prevalence and implications; it reports no new clinical results.

research Oral Drug as Effective as Topical Cream for Male Pattern Baldness

May 2024 in “JAMA”

In a double-blind, randomized study with 68 Brazilian men, oral minoxidil was found to be as effective as topical minoxidil 5% in treating androgenetic alopecia, or male pattern baldness.

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learn Scalp Micropigmentation

How long does Scalp Micropigmentation last, and does it need touch-ups over time? Providers say SMP usually needs a touch-up every 1 to 5 years. It fades but does not fully disappear, and removal needs laser treatment that may be incomplete.

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community Should I get transplant #4 or just shave my head?

in Transplants 171 upvotes 2 years ago

A 36-year-old considering a fourth hair transplant is advised to either shave his head or use a hair system due to poor results from previous transplants and late medication use. He plans to consult top surgeons and adjust his current treatments, including finasteride and minoxidil.

community Why do we have head hair in first place if we evolved to start losing it in some cases as soon as puberty hits

140 upvotes 11 months ago

Hair loss is influenced by genetics and sensitivity to hormones like DHT. Treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride are commonly used, and baldness persists as it doesn't affect reproductive success.

community What I hate about being told to shave my head

in Chat 258 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss challenges and identity issues, with opinions on using finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants versus accepting baldness. Some find shaving more work, while others stress personal choice and self-perception.

community Husband (35) is thinning on top, he doesn't know yet. Trying to research so he won't feel so lost or upset when I tell him. Help a girl out?

in Research/Science 160 upvotes 1 year ago

A woman is concerned about her husband's hair thinning and researches treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. He decides against medication due to potential side effects and plans to shave his head if necessary.

community A theory about "embracing" the bald look

in Chat 173 upvotes 9 months ago

Baldness and modern fashion trends, with a focus on shaving heads and using treatments like minoxidil to manage hair loss and enhance appearance.

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