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Combined Oral Contraception and Bicalutamide in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Severe Hirsutism: A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial

research Combined Oral Contraception and Bicalutamide in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Severe Hirsutism: A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial

25 citations , December 2017 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism”

This study found that using an oral contraceptive with bicalutamide significantly reduced hirsutism in women with PCOS compared to an oral contraceptive alone, although it increased total cholesterol and LDL levels.

research Effectiveness of Low-dose Ethinylestradiol/Cyproterone Acetate and Ethinylestradiol/Desogestrel with and without Metformin on Hirsutism in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Randomized, Double-blind, Triple-dummy Study.

5 citations , July 2020 in “PubMed”

This study found that EE/CPA and EE/DES were both effective in reducing hirsutism in patients with PCOS, with no additional benefit from adding low-dose metformin.

Comparing Minoxidil-Finasteride Mixed Solution With Minoxidil Solution Alone for Male Androgenetic Alopecia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials

research Comparing minoxidil-finasteride mixed solution with minoxidil solution alone for male androgenetic alopecia: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

October 2025 in “Frontiers in Medicine”

This meta-analysis found that the combination of topical minoxidil-finasteride was more effective than minoxidil alone in improving hair density, hair diameter, and global photographic assessment for male androgenetic alopecia, though larger standardized trials are needed to confirm long-term outcomes.

research Evaluation of cardiovascular disease risk factors in patients with mycosis fungoides

6 citations , February 2015 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia”

This study found that patients with mycosis fungoides have higher levels of cardiovascular risk markers, suggesting an increased cardiovascular risk in this group compared to healthy controls.

research Effects of Hair Tonic and Food including Korean Medicinal Herbs on Hair Growth in an Alopecia Model of C57BL/6 Mice

2 citations , January 2011 in “The Korea Journal of Herbology”

In this study, the herbal hair tonic and natural food treatment in C57BL/6 mice were associated with increased hair density and thickness compared to controls, suggesting potential hair growth benefits.

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community 6 months progress after minoxidil/finasteride stopped working

in Progress Pictures 19 upvotes 1 year ago

A 24-year-old with male pattern baldness experienced side effects from oral finasteride and switched to a topical minoxidil/finasteride combination, later incorporating daily shampooing and scalp brushing to manage hair loss and dandruff. After initial shedding, the regimen led to reduced hair loss and new hair growth, with the user now using a densita mf combination (5% minoxidil/0.1% finasteride + redensyl) nightly.

community 9 months of finasteride - progress??

in Progress Pictures 214 upvotes 1 year ago

The user shared progress pictures after 9 months of using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for hair loss, noting improvements in hair density. Concerns about side effects of finasteride were discussed, with some users sharing personal experiences.

community Well boys... I've joined the Master Race

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 31 upvotes 6 months ago

Finasteride has been effective for maintaining hair density, but due to a slight dip in temple hair, the user switched to dutasteride as an additional measure. Users discuss varying experiences with side effects from finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, highlighting that reactions can differ significantly among individuals.

community Failed HT or expected result? 4505 grafts, Eugenix, New Delhi.

in Transplants 36 upvotes 1 year ago

The hair transplant at Eugenix in New Delhi resulted in poor density and texture, with only about 2,500 grafts surviving out of 4,500. The user is considering holding the clinic accountable and exploring options like shaving, using hair fibers, or seeking another transplant.

community I believe I’m making a come back

in Is this regrowth? 588 upvotes 1 year ago

A 22-year-old male experienced positive hair regrowth after using oral minoxidil and finasteride for over four months, noting slight changes in hair density. He initially used topical minoxidil but switched to oral due to having pets, experiencing minimal shedding and no significant side effects after initial lethargy from finasteride.

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Can stemoxydine help improve hair density in both men and women? Stemoxydine is a cosmetic ingredient, not an approved hair loss drug, and the manufacturer's three-month trials enrolled men only, reporting a small increase in measured hair density. One small uncontrolled study that included women reported improvement in both sexes but more in men, so a benefit for women is not established.

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Does a hair transplant increase hair density? A hair transplant can improve density, but results vary by individual factors.

learn Omega 3

How long does it usually take to see results in hair density after starting omega-3 supplements? There is no tested timeline: no trial has studied omega-3 on its own for hair density. The one human trial that reported an improvement ran for six months and used a combined omega-3/omega-6 plus antioxidant supplement, so any change would be judged in months rather than weeks — and may not appear at all.

learn Procyanidin

How long should Procyanidin be used before seeing visible improvements in hair volume or density? The two published human trials of 1% topical procyanidin B-2 measured results at four and six months, so any visible change would take at least that long. Both were small, industry-run studies in men only, and procyanidin is not an approved hair-loss treatment.

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