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research Copious Pre‐Ejaculation: Small Glands—Major Headaches

9 citations , April 2007 in “Journal of Andrology”

This article reviews the management of excessive pre-ejaculate, highlighting case reports where 5-α-reductase inhibitors, such as finasteride and dutasteride, led to symptom resolution in patients reporting distress due to this condition.

research Effect of contraceptives on the skin.

October 1988 in “PubMed”

This article reviews the effects of combined oral contraceptives on skin conditions and suggests prescribing guidelines for women with acne, as it reports no new clinical results.

research Serum zinc and copper levels in alopecia

3 citations , June 2019 in “Journal of Bangladesh Society of Physiologist”

This study found that patients experiencing hair loss had significantly lower serum levels of zinc and copper compared to healthy controls.

research Sebaceous gland loss and inflammation in scarring alopecia: A potential role in pathogenesis

37 citations , June 2011 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

This study demonstrates that sebaceous gland loss is a common early feature in primary scarring alopecia and suggests that inflammation of sebaceous glands or ducts may contribute to follicular damage.

research Development and homeostasis of the sebaceous gland

107 citations , August 2012 in “Seminars in Cell & Developmental Biology”

This review discusses the role of signaling networks in sebaceous gland development and disorders, highlighting recent insights from mouse models and cell line studies, but reports no new experimental results.

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community Shouldn't it be standard practice for anyone on Fin to take zinc (or another aromatase inhibitor)?

8 upvotes 10 years ago

Taking zinc may reduce side effects of finasteride, such as gyno, by preventing testosterone from converting to estrogen. Some users report improved symptoms with zinc, but excessive intake can cause issues like copper deficiency or stomach problems.

community Hair Loss Journey so far and where to now (22yo)

in Is this regrowth? 2 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is experiencing hair loss and is using topical finasteride, rosemary oil, caffeine, microneedling, low-level laser therapy, scalp massages, ketoconazole shampoo, and various vitamins and supplements. They are concerned about potential gynecomastia and are considering using minoxidil if current treatments do not stop hair loss or promote regrowth.

community 22M Seeking Advice: Gyno, Insulin Resistance and Hair Loss Solutions

in General 269 upvotes 1 year ago

A 22-year-old is experiencing hair loss and anxiety, trying treatments like topical finasteride, rosemary oil, caffeine, microneedling, low-level laser therapy, scalp massages, ketoconazole shampoo, and various vitamins. They are concerned about potential gynecomastia and are considering using minoxidil if current treatments don't stop hair loss or promote regrowth.

community Inflammation's surprising role in shrinking hair follicles and AGA

in Technology 66 upvotes 4 months ago

Inflammation plays a significant role in hair follicle miniaturization and androgenetic alopecia, with treatments like ketoconazole shampoo, minoxidil, and finasteride being used to address it. Users discuss the benefits of anti-inflammatory treatments and peptides like KPV, alongside traditional hair loss treatments, to improve scalp health and hair quality.

community Hair regrowth without drugs (99% natural) 25M

528 upvotes 4 months ago

A user shared their experience with hair regrowth using supplements like NAC and DIM, and briefly using minoxidil with microneedling. They reported some improvement in hair density, but the community questioned the effectiveness compared to traditional treatments like finasteride.

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