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    GlossaryCutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma

    rare skin cancer involving malignant T-cells

    Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma (CTCL) is a rare type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma that primarily affects the skin. It involves malignant T-cells, a type of white blood cell, which accumulate in the skin and cause symptoms such as red, scaly patches, plaques, or tumors.

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      in Treatment  41 upvotes 5 years ago
      Hair loss treatments discussed include Dutasteride with Ketoconazole, tissue engineering strategies, and androgenetic alopecia therapies. Massage doubles follicular retention, improving treatment effectiveness.

      community Being Safe on Oral Minoxidil: tl;dr on the literature.

      in Research/Science  52 upvotes 1 year ago
      Oral minoxidil is effective for hair loss but can cause cardiovascular side effects, such as pericardial effusion, especially in those with genetic predispositions. Starting with low doses and monitoring cardiovascular health are advised to reduce risks.

      community Homemade topical spironolactone

      in Research/Science  25 upvotes 3 years ago
      The potential effectiveness of homemade topical spironolactone in treating hair loss, with studies suggesting it is more effective than finasteride and even minoxidil when used as monotherapy. The conversation also mentions that other anti-androgens are being developed which may soon hit the market.