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powerful topical and oral anti-androgen used mostly by women
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Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
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much-hyped research compound targeting prolactin receptor in scalp
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research Long-Term Response of Hirsutism and Other Hyperandrogenic Symptoms to Combination Therapy in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Combination therapy with oral contraceptives and spironolactone improves hair growth, menstrual issues, and acne in women with PCOS.
research Oral Contraceptives as Anti-Androgenic Treatment of Acne
Birth control pills can help reduce mild to moderate acne in women.
research Use of Ethinylestradiol/Drospirenone Combination in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The birth control combination of ethinylestradiol and drospirenone helps treat symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Update on Idiopathic Hirsutism: Diagnosis and Treatment
The document concludes that combination therapy is most effective for treating excessive hair growth in women with idiopathic hirsutism, and more research is needed to understand the condition.
research The Evaluation and Management of Hirsutism
Hirsutism in women often indicates a hormonal imbalance and can be managed with a combination of hormonal treatments and hair removal methods.
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5 / 808 resultscommunity My Theory Regarding a Cause and Cure for Androgenetic Alopecia
Hair loss theory suggests imbalance between Vitamin D Receptor (VDR) and Androgen Receptor (AR) activation. Proposed treatment includes upregulating VDR, downregulating AR, and improving mitochondrial health.
community Started Finasteride almost three months ago and I'm upset
A user started taking finasteride three months ago to treat hair loss and unexpectedly cleared their acne, which they had been struggling with since age 12. The conversation includes others sharing their experiences with finasteride, its effects on acne and hair loss, and mentions a related treatment, clascoterone, for acne and hair loss.
community 9 months progress in daily oral minoxidil 1.25mg, liquid minoxidil and oral Finasteride 1 mg
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This user has been using a combination of oral minoxidil and finasteride, as well as topical minoxidil to treat their hair loss over the past nine months with significant progress. They have also observed thickening in other areas such as eyelashes and eyebrows.
community 4 months, oral min fin, chewable
The user experienced hair regrowth using a chewable combination of oral minoxidil and finasteride without side effects, unlike when taken separately. The treatment is from Hims, and the user is satisfied with the progress, especially on the crown.
community VERDICT: Do I need microneedling if I run oral minoxidil?
This conversation discusses the effectiveness of microneedling for hair loss, particularly when used in combination with oral minoxidil and finasteride. It is suggested that microneedling alone can be more effective than topical minoxidil alone, but it won't have a synergistic effect with oral finasteride. Advice was also given regarding researching treatments further before taking action.