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a synthetic anti-androgen and weak progestogen that inhibits DHT binding to androgen receptor
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Microscopic delivery system that sends growth-promoting signals to hair follicles
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mTOR regulator and immunosuppressant used more recently for anti-aging and hair regrowth
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technique to inject very small amounts of beneficial chemicals into the scalp
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research Public Awareness of the Symptoms and Risk Factors of Thyroid Disease in Saudi Arabia
Many people in Saudi Arabia lack awareness of thyroid disease risk factors and symptoms, highlighting the need for better health education.
research Oral Minoxidil Media Coverage: The Impact on Patient Perceptions and Practitioner Approaches to Androgenetic Alopecia
Media coverage increased public interest in oral minoxidil for hair loss but may also spread misinformation.
research Histopathological Study of Epithelial, Melanocytic and Adnexal Tumors of Skin: A Retrospective Study in a Tertiary Care Centre
Most skin tumors in the study were benign, with squamous cell carcinoma being the most common malignant type.
research Skin Grafting for the Treatment of Chronic Leg Ulcers: A Systematic Review in Evidence-Based Medicine
Skin grafts are effective for chronic leg ulcers, especially autologous split-thickness grafts for venous ulcers, but more data is needed for diabetic ulcers.
research Patient-Reported Burden of Severe Alopecia Areata: First Results from the Multinational Alopecia Areata Unmet Need Survey
Severe alopecia areata greatly impacts quality of life, mental health, and daily activities.
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5 / 523 resultscommunity Fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution
by
WhichButterscotch456
in Research/Science
14 upvotes
10 months ago A user has been experiencing hair loss for 4 years, with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and various supplements proving ineffective. They were diagnosed with fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution, a condition that may require a combination of anti-inflammatory and hair growth treatments.
community scarring alopecia awareness in this community
by
capo4ever88
in Chat
33 upvotes
2 years ago Lichen Planopilaris (LPP), a form of permanent hair loss, which can be mistaken for seborrheic dermatitis and is characterized by scalp itching, burning, redness, and dandruff. Treatment options discussed include steroidal creams, finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.
community Try to find picture of Justin Bieber without a hat in the last two years - challenge impossible
by
Enzzo966
in Chat
164 upvotes
9 months ago The conversation discusses Justin Bieber's apparent hair loss and the public's reaction to it, with some speculating he's had a hair transplant or is avoiding hair loss medications due to side effects or medical conditions. There's also mention of his past comments on Prince William's balding and the irony of his current situation.
community This is the best time in human history to be fighting hair loss
by
ToughEast838
in Treatment
194 upvotes
2 years ago This conversation discusses the advancements in treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil and new promising treatments such as pyrilutamide and verteporfin. Other treatments discussed were taking minoxidil orally, tretinoin to turn non-responders into responders and microneedling to further boost growth.
community Watching my younger brother bald hurts so much.
by
Unfair-Statement-622
in Treatment
269 upvotes
5 months ago A 19-year-old is distressed about his 17-year-old autistic brother's hair loss, projecting his own insecurities despite being on finasteride and dutasteride. Replies suggest the brother might not care about balding, and the poster should address his own issues.