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an anticonvulsant repurposed for hair loss via histone inhibition
learn Dutasteride
Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
learn Metformin
diabetes drug with anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, and insulin-sensitizing properties
learn Minoxidil
An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record
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research Unruly Hair
The document concludes that unruly hair can be congenital or acquired, often lacks specific treatments, and can be managed with oils and short hairstyles.
research JAAD Grand Rounds Quiz on Dermatological Conditions
The document explains the diagnosis and characteristics of woolly hair nevus and alopecia neoplastica.
research Hair That Is Difficult to Manage in a Hispanic Girl
A 9-year-old Hispanic girl has Uncombable Hair Syndrome, which may improve with age and biotin treatment.
research Acquired Progressive Kinking of Hair Affecting the Scalp and Eyelashes in an Adult Woman
A woman developed rare, unexplained curly hair on her scalp and eyelashes.
research British Hair and Nail Society
Hair regrowth was seen in 83% of children with alopecia, immune system plays a role in the condition, and various treatments showed effectiveness for hair and nail disorders.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Minoxidil For 2 Years, What is this?
The user has experienced significant hair thinning despite using 2.5 mg minoxidil for 2 years. Other users suggest adding finasteride or dutasteride and consulting a dermatologist for a proper diagnosis.
community I've been afflicted by post finasteride syndrome, what now?
A user experienced severe side effects from finasteride, including mental health issues and physical symptoms, and sought advice on managing post-finasteride syndrome. Suggestions included checking vitamin levels, considering dopamine agonists, and avoiding further psychiatric medications.
community hmi115 is coming. Prepare yourselves for what's coming
The conversation discusses HMI-115, a potential cure for hair loss. Users share mixed opinions, with some expressing skepticism and others sharing anecdotal evidence of its effectiveness, including photos of significant hair regrowth from a trial participant.
community How to Switch from Finasteride to Dutasteride according to literature.
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride involves gradually increasing dutasteride while decreasing finasteride. Studies show dutasteride 0.5 mg daily can improve hair density in men unresponsive to finasteride.
community Don't postpone treatments now with the allure and promise of future treatments.
The conversation advises against waiting for future hair loss treatments and suggests using proven treatments like Finasteride and Minoxidil. Some users regret not starting treatment earlier, while others discuss the effectiveness and safety of current treatments and the potential of microneedling.