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research Hair Restoration: Nonsurgical and Surgical Approaches

April 2021 in “Advances in Cosmetic Surgery”

Hair restoration can be achieved through non-surgical treatments like minoxidil, antiandrogens, phototherapy, and PRP procedures, or through surgical methods like hair transplantation. Continued treatment is needed to maintain results, and full results are visible after 12-18 months.

research Janus Kinase Inhibition in Down Syndrome: Two Cases of Therapeutic Benefit for Alopecia Areata

32 citations, April 2019 in “JAAD case reports”

JAK inhibitors helped treat hair loss in two people with Down syndrome.

research Evaluation and Treatment of Gender Dysphoria to Prepare for Gender Confirmation Surgery

17 citations, June 2018 in “Sexual Medicine Reviews”

The document concludes that non-operative treatment for gender dysphoria is safe and effective, and hormone therapy does not increase cancer risk.

research Rare Challenges in Diagnosing Cushing's Syndrome and Primary Aldosteronism: A Case Report of a Female With a Negative Workup

July 2023 in “Curēus”

The case shows the difficulty in diagnosing certain conditions when standard tests are negative.

research He Shou Wu (Polygonum Multiflorum)-Induced Hepatocellular Hepatitis

October 2017 in “The American journal of gastroenterology”

Taking He Shou Wu (Polygonum multiflorum) caused liver injury in a woman using it for hair loss.

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community Here's a recommended bloodwork panel before starting Fin.

in Finasteride 12 upvotes 7 years ago

The conversation provides a detailed list of blood tests recommended before starting finasteride to establish a baseline for monitoring potential side effects. A shorter list is also provided for those with limited funds, and the user shares personal experience of using finasteride without issues for about nine years.

community Help assure me- 100+ hairs lost post shower but don't brush between showers is normal, right?

in Female 2 upvotes 6 months ago

The user is concerned about losing over 100 hairs in the shower and wonders if it's normal due to not brushing daily, stress, surgery, and PRP treatments. They are using minoxidil, spironolactone, iron, vitamin D, a multivitamin, pumpkin seed oil, and saw palmetto.

community 3 months fin, min, dermarolling

in Progress Pictures 182 upvotes 1 year ago

The post is about a user's progress with using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling for hair loss. The conversation includes comments about different treatments and methods used.

community 4 months Oral Minoxidil 1.25 mg Daily (33 M)

in Progress Pictures 520 upvotes 1 year ago

This user, "ediblediety", has been taking oral minoxidil (1.25 mg daily), keto shampoo and occasional derm-rolling for 4 months to treat their hair loss, and they have experienced a shedding phase after the first few weeks of use. They report improvements in the thickness of their facial and body hair, but note that this may be daunting to women.

community A warning to those using or thinking about using Dutasteride – Follow-up

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 18 upvotes 3 years ago

The post and conversation are about the long-term side effects of using Dutasteride and Finasteride for hair loss, including issues like raised liver enzymes, high cholesterol, and loss of libido. The user advises regular blood work and careful monitoring for those using these treatments.

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