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research Current Diagnostic and Therapeutic Practices in Alopecia Areata in Two Mediterranean Countries: A Survey-Based Study
There are significant gaps and inconsistencies in diagnosing and treating alopecia areata in Greece and Italy.
research Appraisal of Guidelines for Androgenetic Alopecia Using the Appraisal of Guidelines for Research and Evaluation II Instrument
European guideline best for treating hair loss; involve stakeholders and patients for improvement.
research Androgenetic Alopecia (Male Pattern Hair Loss) in the United States: What Treatments Should Primary Care Providers Recommend?
Use minoxidil or finasteride first, then try HairMax LaserComb if needed.
research Clinical Practice Guidelines for Follicular Unit Transplantation
FUT is a hair restoration method that should be chosen based on individual patient needs and preferences.
research Scientificity, Transparency, and Applicability of Chinese Guidelines and Consensus on Burn/Plastic Surgery Published in 2022
Chinese burn and plastic surgery guidelines need better transparency and evidence quality.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity (comment) providing facts on people talking nonsense about minoxidil and BP-medicaton in general
Minoxidil is used for hair loss and sometimes for high blood pressure, but it's outdated for the latter. For high blood pressure, it's combined with a beta blocker and diuretic to manage side effects.
community This is what Six years of DUT looks like
User had success with dutasteride for hair loss after finasteride didn't work. Some experienced increased cholesterol and debated its relation to DHT.
community Post Finasteride Syndrome, A dangerous lie.
A user initially had side effects from finasteride, attributed them to anxiety and the nocebo effect, and after resuming the drug, experienced positive effects and now warns against misinformation about Post Finasteride Syndrome.
community With studies showing that 0.2mg Finasteride is almost as effective as 5mg at reducing DHT, why is every doctor prescribing 1mg?
Finasteride is prescribed at 1mg because it is FDA-approved and proven effective, despite evidence that 0.2mg may similarly reduce DHT. The 1mg dose is more effective for hair growth, and lower doses are less available.
community Not everyone should immediately go on Fin if they are starting to bald
The conversation suggests that people should consult a dermatologist to understand their type of hair loss before starting treatments like finasteride or dutasteride, especially if they have autoimmune issues or low DHT. Some participants believe in starting treatment like finasteride immediately if hair loss is due to DHT, while others recommend ruling out other causes and considering minoxidil first, especially for younger individuals.