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research Role of Fractional Carbon Dioxide Laser in Treatment of Alopecia Areata: A Review
Fractional CO2 laser treatment could be effective for alopecia areata.
research The Use of Photodynamic Therapy for Treatment of Acne Vulgaris
Photodynamic Therapy is an effective treatment for mild to severe acne.
research Analysis of 72,469 UK Biobank Exomes Links Rare Variants to Male-Pattern Hair Loss
Rare genetic variants in five specific genes are linked to male-pattern hair loss but only account for a small part of the risk.
research Poster Session
Lasers are effective and safe for various medical treatments, including cancer, wound healing, and skin conditions.
research Hair Removal Using an Nd:YAG Laser System
Nd:YAG laser can reduce hair with multiple treatments, but permanent removal isn't guaranteed.
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5 / 685 resultscommunity Natural Techniques for Light / Moderate Recession
The user experienced hair regrowth and stabilization at Norwood 2 using natural remedies like pumpkin seed oil, rosemary oil, vitamins, and scalp massages, avoiding minoxidil and finasteride due to side effects. Another user suggested starting topical finasteride earlier to prevent further hair loss.
community COMPLETE OVERVIEW of the Treatment of androgenetic alopecia in men
Male androgenetic alopecia is commonly treated with topical minoxidil and oral finasteride, both requiring continuous use. Other options include hair restoration surgery, dutasteride, light therapy, and camouflaging agents.
community Research Backed Dutasteride Simulator (Serum/Scalp DHT included for all doses)
A dutasteride simulator predicts that daily 0.5 mg dosing results in higher DHT suppression compared to less frequent dosing. Twice-weekly dutasteride may be as effective as finasteride 5 mg, providing a balance between efficacy and ease of use.
community Why does Finasteride make my hair not get greasy fast anymore?
Finasteride, a hair loss treatment, was observed to reduce scalp oiliness in users. Anti-androgens like Finasteride are known to decrease the activity of oil-producing glands.
community My experimental hair loss journey under medical supervision: finasteride/dutasteride, oral/topical minoxidil+tretinoin (3-month progress and hair transplant insights for those considering it)
A 23-year-old discusses their hair loss treatment using finasteride, dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and topical tretinoin under medical supervision. They stress stabilizing hair loss before a hair transplant and plan to continue the regimen for at least 18 months.