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Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Mice With a Null Mutation of the TGFα Gene Have Abnormal Skin Architecture, Wavy Hair, and Curly Whiskers and Often Develop Corneal Inflammation
TGFα gene mutation in mice causes abnormal skin, wavy hair, curly whiskers, and sometimes eye inflammation.
research Corneal Limbal Microenvironment Can Induce Transdifferentiation of Hair Follicle Stem Cells Into Corneal Epithelial-Like Cells
Hair follicle stem cells can become corneal-like cells, potentially helping restore vision.
research From Hair to Cornea: Toward the Therapeutic Use of Hair Follicle-Derived Stem Cells in the Treatment of Limbal Stem Cell Deficiency
Hair follicle stem cells can help treat eye surface issues by becoming corneal cells.
research Transdifferentiation of Corneal Epithelium Into Epidermis Occurs by Means of a Multistep Process Triggered by Dermal Developmental Signals
Corneal cells can transform into skin and hair cells through specific signals.
research Corneal Endothelial Cell Fate Is Maintained by LGR5 Through the Regulation of Hedgehog and Wnt Pathways
LGR5 helps maintain corneal cell characteristics and prevents unwanted changes by controlling specific cell signaling pathways.
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5 / 592 resultscommunity Finasteride and Eye Problems: You’re Not Going Crazy
Finasteride can cause dry eyes and vision issues due to its impact on the meibomian glands. Users have mixed experiences, with some experiencing eye discomfort and others having no side effects.
community Blaming Finasteride doesn't help you solve anything: dry eyes
Finasteride is debated for causing dry eyes, with some users experiencing relief after stopping it, while others find no connection. Topical treatments like dutasteride and minoxidil are suggested as alternatives, with advice to consult medical professionals.
community Low Dose Dutasteride Stops Hair Loss: 2-3x a Week Use.
Low-dose Dutasteride, used 2-3 times a week, is as effective as daily Finasteride for hair loss with fewer side effects. Users report increased libido and better results with Dutasteride compared to Finasteride.
community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied
Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.
community The truth about Dutasteride (w/ sources)
The effectiveness of Dutasteride compared to Finasteride in treating hair loss, with evidence given such as studies and experiences, as well as discussion around whether one should switch from Finasteride to Dutasteride. There is also a discussion on post-Dutasteride syndrome.