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research Gender Differences in Psychosocial Outcomes of Hair Loss Resulting from Childhood Irradiation for Tinea Capitis
Women who lost hair from childhood head radiation are more likely to face mental health issues than men.
research Quality of Life in Children with Tinea Capitis
Tinea capitis can affect mental health, but treatment improves both health and well-being.
research A Gender Hypothesis of Sex Disparities in Adverse Drug Events
Gendered social factors, not just biology, contribute to sex differences in adverse drug events.
research Out-Of-Pocket Costs In Alopecia Areata: A Cross-Sectional Study In German-Speaking Countries
People with alopecia areata in German-speaking countries spend a lot on their condition, with hair products and treatments being the most costly.
research Hair Transplantation in the United States: A Population-Based Survey of Female and Male Pattern Baldness
Americans see hair transplants as valuable for treating hair loss and want them to be more affordable and tailored to each gender.
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5 / 65 resultscommunity 1 year of finasteride, minoxidil (capsules) and rosemary oil. (Side note I also… lost weight, had a LOT of therapy for unresolved childhood trauma and started arresting my unhelpful thinking/ useless self hatred/ judging myself and others/ hair loss) 🥹
The user shared a one-year progress of treating hair loss with finasteride, minoxidil capsules, and rosemary oil, and also improved mental health by addressing childhood trauma and changing negative thought patterns. Commenters congratulated the user on both hair regrowth and mental health progress, with one asking for advice on overcoming self-hatred and low confidence.
community A concise, easy-to-understand post on Androgenic Alopecia theory and its practical applications
The mechanism of Androgenic Alopecia and practical applications of treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, dermarolling, scalp massages, anti-fungals, progesterone, estrogen, PPAR-γ activators, reducing oxidative stress, and scalp exercises. It explains why DHT is important in AA and how other factors might be involved such as hypoxia, increased DKK-1 expression, morphological changes to the scalp, skull growth during childhood/puberty, and blood flow.
community 27F with questions
A 27-year-old woman is seeking advice on hair loss treatments, considering options like Spiro, Viviscal tablets, Rogaine, dermarolling, Nizoral shampoo, saw palmetto, castor oil, jojoba oil, and spearmint tea. She has a history of hair loss since childhood, has tried various treatments, and is looking for effective solutions before accepting her condition.
community Should vegeta start finasteride ?
The conversation jokes about whether the character Vegeta from Dragon Ball should use hair loss treatments like finasteride or minoxidil. Some suggest he doesn't need it as his hairline hasn't changed for years, while others humorously propose treatments or question his hair genetics.
community 29M, 5.5 months of: 0.5mg finasteride, 5% minoxidil, 1.5mm microneedling once a week and 20mg RU58841. No notable sides. I feel much better, and happy to have started treatment just in time. I just wish I started sooner! The dandruffy gunk you see is definitely propylene glycol from minoxidil :')
User shared 5.5-month progress using 0.5mg finasteride, 5% minoxidil, 1.5mm microneedling weekly, and 20mg RU58841, with positive results and no side effects. Others discussed their experiences, dosage adjustments, and the importance of age in treatment efficacy.