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growth factors taken from your blood and injected into your scalp to stimulate hair
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laser therapy for anti-inflammatory and likely insignificant hair regrowth effects
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technique to create small wounds in skin to activate collagen production and hair growth
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An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record
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herb and oil thought to stimulate skin and hair
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research A Study of Serum Ferritin Level in Female Patients with Alopecia
Women with certain types of hair loss may have low iron levels.
research Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Low Transferrin Saturation Levels, and Male-Pattern Baldness
Men with sleep apnea and low iron levels are more likely to have male-pattern baldness, especially if they have a family history of hair loss.
research Female Androgenetic Alopecia: An Update on Diagnosis and Management
FAGA diagnosis uses blood tests and trichoscopy, with treatments like topical minoxidil, oral anti-androgens, and hormone-modulating drugs.
research Potential Pharmacological Activities of Pumpkin Seeds as a Functional Food: A Comprehensive Review
Pumpkin seeds may improve health due to their rich nutrients and potential to treat various conditions.
research An Analytical Study of Serum Ferritin, Vitamin D, and Thyroid Function in Females with Diffuse Hair Loss
Women with diffuse hair loss often have lower iron and vitamin D levels, but their thyroid function is typically normal.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity First time visiting a dermatologist for hairloss, I'm skeptical
A user visited a dermatologist for hair loss and was prescribed Minoxidil without a physical examination, leading to skepticism about the thoroughness of the appointment. The user is considering seeking a second opinion due to the lack of tests or physical checks.
community If you're in your 20s and doubting wheter to start a protocol, READ THIS.
A user shared their experience with hair loss, initially using Minoxidil, saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, and a derma roller with good results, but relapsed after stopping. They later started a more aggressive protocol including Minoxidil, Finasteride, a derma stamp, and ketoconazole shampoo, achieving great hair regrowth but experiencing side effects from Finasteride.
community I’ve read multiple times that Fin increases hair quality… NOT for me!
A user has been on finasteride for 6 months and feels their hair quality has worsened, experiencing more hair loss and scalp irritation. They are considering seeing a dermatologist, while others suggest the issue might be unrelated to finasteride, possibly due to deficiencies or other conditions.
community Vitamin Deficiency: “Severely” Low on Vitamin D
A user experiencing significant hair loss found they had a severe vitamin D deficiency and was prescribed 50,000IU vitamin D pills, likely to be taken weekly. They are questioning if the deficiency could be the cause of their hair loss and if correcting it could stop the shedding and improve hair recovery.
community What blood exams should I do on dut/oral min
The user checked iron, ferritin, B12, zinc, testosterone, DHT, and estrogens to understand hair loss causes and the effects of dutasteride. They also noted increased heart rate and paleness with oral minoxidil.