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GlossaryMyelosuppression (Marrow Suppression)

condition where bone marrow produces fewer blood cells

Myelosuppression is a medical condition where the bone marrow's ability to produce blood cells is decreased. This can lead to a reduction in red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets, causing anemia, increased risk of infection, and bleeding problems. It is often a side effect of chemotherapy or radiation therapy used in cancer treatment.

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community 1.5 Year Hair Restoration Journey - Stem Cells, PRP, Minoxidil, Topical Finasteride

in Progress Pictures 26 upvotes 9 months ago

A user shared their 1.5-year hair restoration journey, successfully using mesenchymal stem cell therapy, Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections, and a topical compound of finasteride and minoxidil, avoiding a hair transplant and oral finasteride. They experienced significant hair regrowth, particularly crediting the stem cell therapy for quick initial results.

community Lavdik Hair Growth Serum?

in Product 4 years ago

A user is concerned about the legitimacy of a hair growth serum called Lavdik, which they ordered after seeing an ad for Jemros. The product contains ginger extract, ginseng extract, fleece flower root, grape seed oil, glycerol, carbomer, propylene glycol, and rosemary oil, and the user is unsure if it is effective or a scam.

community Help assure me- 100+ hairs lost post shower but don't brush between showers is normal, right?

in Female 2 upvotes 6 months ago

The user is concerned about losing over 100 hairs in the shower and wonders if it's normal due to not brushing daily, stress, surgery, and PRP treatments. They are using minoxidil, spironolactone, iron, vitamin D, a multivitamin, pumpkin seed oil, and saw palmetto.

community CRISPR Is Curing People Right Now. Genetic Hair Loss is Next?

in Technology 107 upvotes 1 month ago

CRISPR shows promise for treating hair loss by targeting specific genes. Current treatments include Minoxidil and finasteride, but CRISPR could offer a more precise solution, though it is still expensive and in early stages.

community Microneedling and aloe vera to recruit stem cells.

in Chat 11 upvotes 9 months ago

Microneedling combined with aloe vera may stimulate dormant stem cells in hair loss areas. Minoxidil is also suggested for better results.

community Female with hair loss - turns out it’s been thyroid cancer

in Update 284 upvotes 11 months ago

A woman with hair loss discovered she has thyroid cancer, which was found during an MRI and confirmed with an ultrasound. She advises others with symptoms to see a doctor and shares that her cancer was detected after her dog sniffed her neck and she experienced neck pain.

community Don't discount diet for the sake of scalp health. Meds had no effect for 2+ years. 3.5 months since new diet / Shampoo routine.

in Progress Pictures 300 upvotes 4 months ago

Diet and specific shampoo improved scalp health and hair regrowth for someone with seborrheic dermatitis, while medications like Minoxidil and finasteride had no effect. A low-sugar, keto diet was key to their success.

community Finasteride is one of the best decisions I ever made

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 306 upvotes 1 year ago

This conversation is about the effectiveness of Finasteride and Minoxidil as treatments for hair loss, with SnooBooks5080 claiming positive results from using both medications. However, other participants in the conversation caution that there are potential side effects to be aware of when taking Finasteride and advise people to do their research before making a decision.

community Boys how is no one seeing positive results from pyrilutamide

in Chat 27 upvotes 1 year ago

Pyrilutimide, a treatment for hair loss; it's effectiveness compared to other treatments such as Finasteride and RU58841; and some users’ experiences with the treatment.

community How all hormones affect our hair follicles. Not just DHT. Take a look at this paper. Prolactin, melatonin, cortisol, progesterone, testosterone and more

in Research/Science 126 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses various factors affecting hair loss, not just DHT, and mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and melatonin. Some users report personal experiences with these treatments and hormone tests, while others speculate on the role of hormones like prolactin and cortisol in hair loss.

community Promising Topical Procyanidin B2 Treatment?

in Research/Science 30 upvotes 3 years ago

User discusses a promising topical Procyanidin B2 treatment for hair loss. Users share mixed experiences and mention effective treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and LLLT.