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research The influence of long-term treatment with cyproterone acetate or a cyproterone acetate-ethinyl oestradiol combination on androgen levels in blood of hirsute women

14 citations , January 1980 in “Journal of steroid biochemistry/Journal of Steroid Biochemistry”

This study found that both cyproterone acetate alone and combined with ethinyl oestradiol reduced androgen levels and slightly increased SHBG binding in women with hirsutism, but showed no difference in hair regrowth rate between the treatments.

Mechanism of Action of Minoxidil Sulfate-Induced Vasodilation: A Role for Increased Potassium Permeability

research Mechanism of action of minoxidil sulfate-induced vasodilation: a role for increased K+ permeability.

48 citations , June 1988 in “PubMed”

In this study, minoxidil sulfate was found to relax norepinephrine-induced contractions in rabbit mesenteric arteries, possibly by acting as a K+ channel agonist, but it did not relax K+-induced contractions.

research c-MYC-Induced Sebaceous Gland Differentiation Is Controlled by an Androgen Receptor/p53 Axis

60 citations , February 2013 in “Cell reports”

This study demonstrates that c-MYC overexpression in sebaceous glands affects differentiation via a regulatory axis involving the androgen receptor and p53, influencing carcinoma formation outcomes.

research Recurrent MBTPS2 variant c.970+5G>A in IFAP syndrome: a mutational hotspot

April 2026 in “Human Genome Variation”

In this study, researchers identified a recurrent MBTPS2 splice-site variant as a mutational hotspot in IFAP syndrome across diverse families, with phenotype severity suggesting the influence of additional modifiers.

research Retinoids Putting the “A” in Alopecia

7 citations , January 2013 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

This study suggests that dietary vitamin A may influence alopecia development and progression, but the mechanisms remain unclear, highlighting the interplay between genetics and nutrition in these hair loss conditions.

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learn Hair Transplant

How much does a hair transplant cost? Hair transplant costs typically range from $1,000 to $25,000 depending on various factors.

learn Scalp Micropigmentation

How much does scalp micropigmentation cost? Scalp micropigmentation typically costs between $1,000 and $5,000 depending on individual needs.

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community DHT Harms Scalp Microbiome: DHT Itch is REAL

413 upvotes 1 year ago

Increased Malassezia and Cutibacterium in the scalp microbiome are linked to higher sebum production and inflammation in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Treatments include ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide shampoo, clobetasol propionate, calcipotriol, minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.

community Progress pictures. 2 months on Fin, 4 on Min.

in Progress Pictures 191 upvotes 1 year ago

The user experienced significant hair regrowth after using Finasteride for 2 months and Minoxidil for 4 months, along with a derma roller. They reported no side effects from the treatments and noted that Finasteride seemed to contribute most to the progress.

community Stop wasting your time with BS products

in Treatment 413 upvotes 1 year ago

Effective treatments for hair loss include finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, and minoxidil. Starting treatment early is important, and users discuss different brands, forms, and side effects.

community How the FUCK do y'all afford 2.5mg dutasteride if you're in the eu

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 36 upvotes 7 months ago

Dutasteride is expensive in the EU, prompting consideration of buying it from Turkey or using alternatives like finasteride, minoxidil, and bicalutamide. Users discuss challenges in obtaining prescriptions and the affordability of treatments in different regions.

community Finastride hair texture change is wild

in Progress Pictures 211 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride changed the user's hair texture from wavy to curly, reverting after stopping. Minoxidil was more effective for temple hair regrowth than finasteride.

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