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September 2019 in “Journal of surgery and medicine”
This study found that women with polycystic ovary syndrome had worse meibomian gland morphology and ocular surface conditions compared to healthy controls, as observed through non-contact meibography.
June 2022 in “Indian journal of clinical and experimental opthalmology”
This case report details the ocular complications of Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria syndrome in a 20-year-old Bangladeshi patient, highlighting symptoms like dry eyes, Meibomian gland dysfunction, and cataracts.
This review discusses adverse effects of cosmetic products and procedures on the ocular surface, including mild discomfort to severe vision-threatening conditions, and reports no new clinical results.
Finasteride can cause dry eyes and vision issues due to its impact on the meibomian glands. Users have mixed experiences, with some experiencing eye discomfort and others having no side effects.
Finasteride and dutasteride may not significantly impact meibomian gland function since these glands do not rely on DHT. Some users report dry eyes and other side effects from finasteride, but these may be influenced by other factors or medications.
The conversation discusses skepticism around claims that dutasteride worsens hair loss, with some users suggesting misinformation or panic during shedding as reasons for such claims. One user shared their negative experience with dutasteride, including increased sebum production and hair loss, and is now considering a higher dose of oral minoxidil after stopping dutasteride.
A 24-year-old is using daily dutasteride 0.5 mg for hair loss and considering whether to add minoxidil. Most users suggest continuing with dutasteride alone for now, as it shows promising results and adding minoxidil might cause unnecessary shedding.
Significant hair regrowth was achieved using EssenGen 6-Plus with 6% minoxidil and 0.05% finasteride, along with Nizoral shampoo, over 12 weeks. No side effects were experienced, highlighting the benefits of a low dose.