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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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antifungal with some anti-androgenic benefits, often used as a shampoo
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chemical from L'Oreal that encourages hair to enter growth phase
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research Atypical Folliculitis Caused by Malassezia spp. in Immunosuppressed Patients
Some immunosuppressed patients can get unusual skin infections from Malassezia, which can be treated with antifungal medication.
research Dermoscopic Evaluation of Tinea Capitis: A Case Report
A 12-year-old boy's hair fully regrew after 8 weeks of treatment for tinea capitis, and dermoscopy was useful for diagnosis and monitoring.
research Treatment of Alopecia in Children
Early diagnosis and treatment of alopecia in children are crucial for their well-being.
research Metastatic Melanoma of the Tongue: A Rare Case
An 86-year-old man had a rare tongue melanoma but refused treatment, showing the need for early cancer detection and treatment.
research Otitis Externa Associated With Demodex Cati - Case Report
A cat with ear infection and skin issues was successfully treated for Demodex mites using imidacloprid and moxidectin.
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5 / 613 resultscommunity Minoxidil Sulfate makes everyone a responder
Minoxidil sulfate is more effective than regular minoxidil, especially for those with low sulfotransferase levels or scalp sensitivity, but it is unstable unless delivered in a liposomal format. Combining minoxidil with tretinoin can enhance effectiveness, and stopping minoxidil use can lead to rapid hair loss.
community Losing Hair on Dutasteride? You might have LPP
Men with hair loss might have lichen planopilaris (LPP), which can mimic androgenetic alopecia, leading to misdiagnosis and ineffective treatment with finasteride or dutasteride. Proper diagnosis, including biopsies, is crucial to distinguish between androgenetic alopecia and conditions like LPP.
community Is this true? Is long term taking fin harmful to the liver?
The conversation discusses whether long-term use of finasteride (Fin) is harmful to the liver, with various opinions on side effects and comparisons to other substances. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil (Min), and RU58841 (RU).
community microneedle, any long term users damage?
Microneedling is effective for hair growth, especially when combined with finasteride and minoxidil, but concerns exist about potential long-term skin damage. Users report increased collagen and elastin deposition, but the long-term effects on the scalp remain uncertain.
community Completely defeated after trying so hard with topical finasteride.
A user who has tried multiple treatments for hair loss, including oral and topical finasteride and liposomal finasteride, but experienced severe side effects in each case; the user is considering trying RU58841 or aromatise inhibitors as alternatives.