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research Ethnobotany of medicinal plants used in dermatology in Türkiye: a review

November 2023 in “Turkish journal of botany”

In this review, researchers documented 439 plant taxa from 89 families in Türkiye used for ethnomedical treatments of skin diseases or as cosmetics, identifying Plantago lanceolata and several other common species, providing a resource for future studies on herbal remedies for dermatological disorders.

research Comment on Malloy (2008) “James Watson tells the inconvenient truth: Faces the consequences”

November 2008 in “Medical Hypotheses”

The conclusion suggests a new treatment for infantile hemangiomas and a potential target for hair loss treatment.

research Acneiform Dermatoses

45 citations , January 1998 in “Dermatology”

This review examines acneiform eruptions, often drug-induced, highlighting that they differ from acne vulgaris in causes and characteristics, with no new clinical results reported.

research Side effects of common acne treatments

38 citations , November 2012 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Safety”

This article reviews different acne treatments and emphasizes the importance of being aware of their potential side effects, but reports no new clinical results.

research Illustrated Manual of Pediatric Dermatology

7 citations , March 2005

This manual reviews common pediatric and adolescent skin issues with visual and practical guidance for clinicians, but it presents no new research findings.

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community 2 months of nightly 5% minoxidil

in Progress Pictures 485 upvotes 7 months ago

A 25-year-old user shared progress after two months of using 5% minoxidil nightly on their scalp and beard. Many users suggest combining minoxidil with finasteride or dutasteride to prevent hair loss due to DHT, while others express concerns about potential side effects of these DHT blockers.

community PSA: Most men who stay on Fin will see the sexual side effects go away. Stop the fear mongering

192 upvotes 4 years ago

Finasteride can cause sexual side effects in less than 2% of men, but these often disappear over time, even if the treatment continues. Some users report persistent side effects, while others experience no issues or only temporary ones.

community 6 months on minoxidil shedding again

269 upvotes 6 months ago

A user experienced hair shedding after six months of using topical minoxidil and is considering adding finasteride to their routine. Many suggest that minoxidil alone is insufficient for stopping hair loss and recommend combining it with finasteride or dutasteride for better results.

community My experience taking two months off fin

182 upvotes 9 months ago

Stopping finasteride increased sex drive and improved mood but caused hair shedding and scalp irritation. Users discussed balancing hair preservation with side effects, considering alternatives like topical finasteride and minoxidil.

community How do athletes maintain their hair transplants? Or do they not?

in Transplants 57 upvotes 1 year ago

Athletes often use finasteride to maintain hair transplants, but some avoid it due to potential hormonal effects. Notable examples include Mo Salah and Conor McGregor, while LeBron James has had multiple procedures with varying success.

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learn Pyrilutamide

Are there any common side effects or scalp reactions to watch for when applying pyrilutamide? Common side effects may include scalp irritation, redness, or itching.

learn Hair Transplant

What are common myths about hair transplants? Hair transplants are often misunderstood as painless, suitable for everyone, and instantly effective.

learn Folic acid

Is folic acid deficiency a common cause of chronic or sudden hair shedding? Folic acid deficiency can contribute to hair shedding but is not a common cause.

learn HMI-115

What is HMI-115 and how is it different from common treatments like minoxidil? HMI-115 (BAY 1158061) is an investigational monoclonal antibody that blocks the prolactin receptor, not a GnRH antagonist. It is given by injection in trials and is not approved anywhere; minoxidil is an approved topical vasodilator with decades of published data, while HMI-115's hair-loss trial results remain unpublished.

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