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a natural and far less effective alternative to Finasteride
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Discoid Lupus Erythematosus Presenting with Cysts, Comedones, and Cicatricial Alopecia on the Scalp
The patient's scalp lesions stabilized with a combination of treatments after initial therapies failed.
research Atypical Manifestation of Giant Epidermal Cyst Over Sacrococcygeal Region in Elderly Male
An elderly man had a rare, large skin cyst on his lower back, which was removed by surgery.
research Epidermoid Cyst of the Ear Lobule in Adults
Adult earlobe can have a benign cyst that is usually removed by surgery.
research A Decade of Neglecting Sublingual Mass: A Case Report of Epidermoid Cyst
A man had a large, rare cyst in his mouth removed after 10 years, which fixed his swallowing and breathing problems.
research Folliculosebaceous Neoplasms: A Review of Clinical and Histological Features
The conclusion is that accurately identifying folliculosebaceous tumors requires understanding their clinical signs and microscopic features.
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5 / 85 resultscommunity A meta analysis of 18 popular hair loss treatments. An 2022 guide on efficacy. From finasteride and minoxidil to caffeine shampoo, saw palmetto and biotin. 96 Scientific References included.
Most hair loss treatments are ineffective; only finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil show effectiveness.
community From the research study: "Dihydrotestosterone and the concept of 5a-reductase inhibition in human benign prostatic hyperplasia" - G. Bartsch, R.S. Rittmaster, H. Klocker (2002) in the "World Journal of Urology".
Dutasteride is a stronger 5AR inhibitor than finasteride and can significantly lower DHT levels. Reduced doses of dutasteride may lower side effects.
community ZINC Causing excessive hair shedding!
A user experienced excessive hair shedding after taking 17 mg of Zinc gluconate daily for acne. They are seeking advice on similar experiences and solutions.
community Real world data from Europe shows that DUT is significantly safer than FIN in long term use
Dutasteride is safer than finasteride for long-term use, with fewer sexual side effects. Users experience better hair regrowth and fewer side effects with dutasteride.
community Why is there no 10mg (or atleast higher than 0.5mg) dutasteride capsules
Higher doses of dutasteride for hair loss are debated, with some users suggesting they are unnecessary and potentially unsafe. The original poster uses a combination of dutasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 for hair regrowth, despite concerns about high dosages.