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research Emerging Diagnostic and Therapeutic Potentials of Human Hair Proteomics

14 citations , September 2017 in “Proteomics. Clinical applications”

This review discusses advancements and gaps in using proteomics for hair testing and its potential in developing a medical proteome repository, but reports no new research findings.

research MicroRNA-21 in Skin Fibrosis: Potential for Diagnosis and Treatment

32 citations , July 2017 in “Molecular diagnosis & therapy”

MicroRNA-21 could help diagnose and treat skin fibrosis.

Microbial Dysbiosis and Its Diagnostic Potential in Androgenetic Alopecia: Insights from Multi-Kingdom Sequencing and Machine Learning

research Microbial dysbiosis and its diagnostic potential in androgenetic alopecia: insights from multi-kingdom sequencing and machine learning

May 2025 in “mSystems”

This study discovered that androgenetic alopecia disrupts the scalp microbiome balance across the whole scalp, not just areas with hair loss, and introduced a microbial index for early detection and severity prediction.

research Identification of Potential Biomarkers for Diagnosis of Patients with Methamphetamine Use Disorder

2 citations , May 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences”

This study developed a two-step diagnostic model using transcriptome biomarkers from hair follicles to improve the accuracy of methamphetamine use disorder diagnosis, achieving high prediction accuracy in distinguishing non-recovered and almost-recovered patients from healthy controls.

research The diagnosis and treatment of iron deficiency and its potential relationship to hair loss

207 citations , April 2006 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

This review discusses the complexities of diagnosing and treating iron deficiency related to nutritional anemia and hair loss, concluding that routine screening and supplementation for hair loss are not yet supported by sufficient evidence.

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community Female, 30, PCOS diagnosis, MPB Norwood 2. Endo refuses to give anything other than Spironolactone. Feel like I’m at my wit’s end here.

55 upvotes 2 years ago

A 30-year-old female with PCOS and male pattern baldness is frustrated with her endocrinologist's recommendation of only Spironolactone and minoxidil, feeling that dutasteride, finasteride, and progesterone would be more effective. Other users suggest various online sources for treatments, warn against self-medicating due to potential risks, and recommend seeking a specialized endocrinologist or considering additional treatments like Inositol, Berberine, and dermaneedling.

community What is this pigmentation around my follicles?

in Chat 29 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses potential causes of pigmentation around hair follicles, suggesting sebum buildup, autoimmune conditions, or dermatitis. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and an anti-inflammatory diet, with a recommendation to consult a doctor for a proper diagnosis.

community liver problem from finasteride/dutasteride

13 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses liver issues potentially linked to long-term use of finasteride and dutasteride, with users sharing similar experiences of elevated liver enzymes, high cholesterol, and other health concerns. The consensus suggests stopping the medication and consulting a healthcare professional for proper diagnosis and treatment.

community 20/F with sudden, severe shedding and hair loss. What's happening? What do I do?

7 upvotes 11 years ago

A 20-year-old woman experiencing sudden, severe hair loss seeks advice on diagnosis and treatment options. Suggestions include using minoxidil and spironolactone, consulting a dermatologist, and considering stress or health factors as potential causes.

community How to get finestride presciption

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 2 upvotes 5 months ago

An 18-year-old experiencing hair loss seeks a finasteride prescription but faces skepticism from doctors who only recommend vitamins. A suggestion is made to consult a dermatologist for a proper diagnosis and potential treatment with finasteride or minoxidil.

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learn Baricitinib

Baricitinib: Can I use it even if I don’t have a medical diagnosis but I have patchy hair loss? Use baricitinib only with a medical diagnosis of alopecia areata.

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