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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss
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Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
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research The Use of the Plasma Jet and Laser Photobiomodulation in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata: Case Study
The combined laser and plasma jet therapy effectively regrew hair in a woman with alopecia areata.
research Beneficial Effects of Zinc on Reducing Severity of Depression
Zinc helps reduce the severity of depression.
research The Tendency Towards the Development of Psychosexual Disorders in Androgenetic Alopecia According to the Different Stages of Hair Loss: A Cross-Sectional Study
More hair loss leads to higher risk of psychosexual disorders, especially in women.
research Treatment of Male Rats with Finasteride, an Inhibitor of 5alpha-Reductase Enzyme, Induces Long-Lasting Effects on Depressive-Like Behavior, Hippocampal Neurogenesis, Neuroinflammation, and Gut Microbiota Composition
Finasteride treatment in male rats causes long-lasting effects on depression-like behavior, brain cell growth, inflammation, and gut bacteria composition.
research Depressive Disorder and Dermatological Autoimmune Diseases
Depression and skin autoimmune diseases are linked, needing combined care for better treatment.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Soon nearly 2 Years Finasteride+Minoxidil Update
The conversation is about a user sharing a nearly 2-year update on hair regrowth using finasteride and minoxidil, with occasional use of microneedling. Commenters are impressed with the significant improvement in the user's hair.
community Finally Leaving this Subreddit for Good
Dutasteride, taken every other day with vitamin and mineral supplements, successfully increased crown hair density without side effects after seven months. The user plans to leave the subreddit after achieving desired hair regrowth.
community Natural DHT Blockers instead of fin
The conversation discusses using natural DHT blockers like saw palmetto, beta sitosterol, pumpkin seed oil, pygeum africanum bark, and nettle root as alternatives to finasteride for hair loss, with mixed opinions on their effectiveness. Some users report minimal improvement with natural options and better results with finasteride or dutasteride, despite concerns about potential side effects.
community Gyno & testoterone level
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride and back to finasteride led to gynecomastia and fatigue, likely due to hormonal imbalances. Suggested treatments include Tamoxifen, Raloxifene, or low-dose Anastrozole, with a recommendation to test testosterone and estradiol levels.
community Popular hair loss drug linked to higher suicide risk: compared to non-users, finasteride (Proscar/ Propecia) users have a markedly increased risk of depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts. Over 30 years of observation, 19,320 suicides were expected.
Finasteride users may have an increased risk of depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts, though some attribute these issues to hair loss itself. The link between finasteride and mental health effects is debated, with varying user experiences.