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GlossaryCoronary Artery Aneurysm (CAA)

localized ballooning of a coronary artery

A Coronary Artery Aneurysm (CAA) is a localized dilation or ballooning of a section of a coronary artery, which supplies blood to the heart muscle. This condition can lead to complications such as blood clots, heart attack, or rupture of the artery. It is often detected through imaging techniques like angiography and may require medical or surgical intervention depending on its size and associated risks.

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Utility of Azathioprine, Methotrexate, and Cyclosporine as Steroid-Sparing Agents in Chronic Alopecia Areata: A Retrospective Study of Continuation Rates in 138 Patients

research Utility of Azathioprine, Methotrexate, and Cyclosporine as Steroid-Sparing Agents in Chronic Alopecia Areata: A Retrospective Study of Continuation Rates in 138 Patients

12 citations, August 2020 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

Azathioprine is the most continued treatment for chronic alopecia areata over a year, often with added low-dose prednisolone.

research Congenital Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review

June 2023 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement”

Congenital alopecia areata may have genetic links and topical corticosteroids are an effective treatment.

research A Mechanism for Topical Cutaneous Calcinosis

2 citations, December 1973 in “Calcified tissue research”

Epilation and DHT cause skin calcification by increasing ATP and calcium deposits.

research Occlusion and Hydration of Scars: Moisturizers Versus Silicone Gels

8 citations, March 2023 in “Burns”

Alhydran and DermaCress moisturizers are more effective and cost-efficient for scar hydration than silicone gel.

research Understanding, Recognizing, and Managing Toxicities of Targeted Anticancer Therapies

278 citations, May 2013 in “Ca”

Targeted anticancer therapies can cause severe side effects similar to traditional chemotherapy, but with different types.

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community Three years + or - on the Big 3. Plus Biotin.

in Progress Pictures 665 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses a user's hair regrowth over three years using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and a hair transplant, along with Biotin supplementation. Some users question the authenticity of the results and the organization of the before-and-after photos.

community How do you apply Tretinoin for Minoxidil extra results? (Apparently makes non responders respond)

in Minoxidil 24 upvotes 3 years ago

People are discussing using tretinoin gel with minoxidil to improve hair growth, especially for those who didn't respond to minoxidil alone. They apply a mix of tretinoin gel and minoxidil to the scalp, which is said to be more effective than minoxidil by itself.

community Expectations control for SCUBE3

in Research/Science 21 upvotes 6 months ago

SCUBE3, a protein linked to hair growth in moles, was discovered over 25 years ago and is being developed by Amplifica for potential hair loss treatment. Concerns exist about SCUBE3's association with cancer, as it is a protein that promotes cell growth, which could potentially trigger cancer development if used for hair growth therapy.

community Oral minoxidil is not good for your health, let’s use research chemicals bought from AliExpress

in Satire 551 upvotes 1 year ago

. This conversation discussed the efficacy of Minoxidil and Finasteride as treatments for hair loss, with a focus on the potential side effects of taking Oral Minoxidil. Some users shared their experiences with both treatments and there was debate over whether they were safe or not.

community Derma refused to prescribe finasteride and even tried to scare me about it.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 5 upvotes 2 years ago

A 19-year-old diagnosed with AGA was refused finasteride by a dermatologist who cited fertility concerns and prescribed minoxidil, vitamins, and shampoos instead. The user is unsure about using minoxidil and considers finding another dermatologist.

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