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community FTM/NB Hairloss from HRT, treatment started and feeling hopeless.

in Transgender 61 upvotes 1 year ago

A non-binary individual experienced hair loss after stopping hormone replacement therapy and is using oral Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are hopeful for regrowth but may use wigs due to the high cost and uncertain effectiveness of additional treatments like mesotherapy and PRP.

community Still have itchy scalp after 6 months on fin + keto

29 upvotes 4 months ago

The user experiences an itchy scalp despite using finasteride and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss. Suggestions include trying different shampoos, switching to dutasteride, and using topical treatments for inflammation.

community These yellow scales will be the death of me. Anyways I’m f’ed up

in Treatment 145 upvotes 8 months ago

Managing seborrheic dermatitis using ketoconazole shampoo, Nizoral, and oils like MCT and coconut oil. The user considers shaving their head and consulting a dermatologist.

community Fighting Seb Derm + MPB - Winning

72 upvotes 1 year ago

The user successfully managed hair regrowth by using a combination of finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and specific shampoos to treat seborrheic dermatitis. They emphasize the importance of maintaining a healthy scalp and are considering food intolerance tests to further address inflammation.

community M29 - 4 YEARS on Dutasteride - almost no progress

6 upvotes 7 months ago

The user has been on a comprehensive hair loss treatment regimen for four years, including Dutasteride, topical and oral Minoxidil, and various other treatments, but has seen little progress and is considering a hair transplant. Despite trying multiple therapies, including PRP and exosome injections, the user is still experiencing hair thinning and is hesitant about trying peptides due to potential cancer risks.

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research Study of the composition of 140 shampoos: similarities and differences depending on the sales channel used

2 citations , March 2019 in “European Journal of Dermatology”

This study concluded that shampoos sold in pharmacies generally contain fewer regulated allergens under EU law compared to those sold in mass-market stores or by mail order, and pharmacy-sold baby shampoos were allergen-free.

research Medicinal and cosmetic products used in treatment of hair loss

September 2022 in “Polish Hyperbaric Research”

This study analyzed 57 medicinal and cosmetic preparations available in Poland for treating alopecia, finding that finasteride is the most common active ingredient, with many products being in tablet or shampoo form and categorized as prescription drugs and cosmetics.

research Scalp Itch: A Systematic Review

28 citations , November 2017 in “Skin appendage disorders”

This paper proposes a systematic approach to evaluating scalp itch using the SCALLP acronym and highlights the importance of classifying cases based on the presence of dermatological lesions and hair loss, but it reports no new clinical findings.

research Serum Ferritin and Vitamin D in Female Hair Loss: Do They Play a Role?

62 citations , January 2013 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology”

This study found that low serum ferritin and vitamin D2 levels are associated with hair loss in females with chronic telogen effluvium and female pattern hair loss, suggesting potential benefits of screening and supplementation.

research Cannabinoids for the Treatment of Hair, Scalp, and Skin Disorders: A Systematic Review

2 citations , September 2023 in “Cosmetics”

This study reviewed existing research on the use of cannabinoids for hair, scalp, and skin conditions, finding moderate evidence for their efficacy in conditions like atopic dermatitis and psoriasis, but noted limited evidence and no standardized guidelines for treatment.

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learn Ketoconazole

antifungal with some anti-androgenic benefits, often used as a shampoo

Ketoconazole: Can I use it with minoxidil or finasteride? No published study has tested ketoconazole shampoo together with minoxidil and finasteride, and no interaction between them has been reported; the only direct evidence for a pairing is a ten-patient finasteride-plus-ketoconazole arm in a 2002 study, and a 2020 systematic review calls topical ketoconazole promising while asking for randomized trials.
Ketoconazole: Is it safe to use every day or can it damage my hair? Ketoconazole shampoo is labelled for use about two to three times a week, and no published trial has tested daily use for hair loss; dermatology guidance and the product label warn that more frequent use tends to dry and irritate the scalp.

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