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research Utility of Trichoscopy
Trichoscopy helps diagnose and monitor hair and scalp problems without needing many biopsies.
research An Approach to Hair Loss in Hijab-Wearing Individuals in Primary Care
Primary care should recognize and treat hair loss in hijab-wearing individuals with cultural sensitivity.
research Evaluation of a Novel Dry Eye Model Induced by Oral Administration of Finasteride
Finasteride causes reduced tear flow and severe eye inflammation.
research Photography in Hair Diseases
Photography is essential for tracking hair disease progression, especially with consistent lighting and documenting specific scalp areas.
research Clinical and Histological Challenge in the Differential Diagnosis of Diffuse Alopecia: Female Androgenetic Alopecia, Telogen Effluvium, and Alopecia Areata – Part II
Diagnosing diffuse alopecia, a hair loss condition, can be challenging and may require a scalp biopsy or tracking the disease's progression when symptoms and skin tests aren't enough.
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5 / 659 resultscommunity Approve PP405 quickly you coward
Pelage Pharmaceuticals is developing PP405, a topical treatment for hair growth, currently in Phase 2a trials. There is skepticism about the company's claims, and no fast-tracking approval timeline has been detailed.
community I have been gaining weight easily since taking Dutasteride.
A user's experience of gaining weight while taking Dutasteride, and suggestions on how to continue using it without the negative side effects, such as exercising and tracking calories or switching to Finasteride.
community We are manipulating our hormones, surely it's prudent to track bloodwork ?
The conversation discusses whether individuals using hair loss treatments like Dutasteride (Dut) or Finasteride (Fin) should regularly check their hormone levels through bloodwork. Some argue it's important to monitor the effects of these medications on hormone levels, while others believe it's unnecessary if there are no side effects, citing cost and practicality concerns.
community PP405 timeframe ? Could it replace current treatments ?
PP405 is a potential new hair loss treatment that might replace finasteride and minoxidil, but it is still in clinical trials and may not be available until 2028-2031. There is skepticism about its effectiveness, with only a 20% increase in hair density observed in some participants.
community If PP405 goes systemic this would be quite catastrophic
Concerns about the potential systemic effects and safety of PP405 for hair loss, with discussions on its comparison to existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Users express skepticism about untested research chemicals and emphasize the importance of clinical trials to ensure safety and efficacy.