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research Clinical and epidemiological characteristics and associated factors of hair graying: a population-based, cross-sectional study in Turkey

6 citations , March 2020 in “Anais brasileiros de dermatologia/Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia”

This study found that in Turkish participants, factors such as male gender, late-onset, and temporal-onset were linked with more severe hair graying.

research Premature Graying, Balding, and Low Bone Mineral Density in Older Women and Men

14 citations , April 2007 in “Journal of aging and health”

This study observed that balding was associated with lower total body BMD in men and higher hip BMD in women, possibly due to estrogen use in the latter group.

research Demographic Characteristics and Association of Serum Vitamin B12, Ferritin and Thyroid Function with Premature Canities in Indian Patients from an Urban Skin Clinic of North India: A Retrospective Analysis of 71 Cases.

16 citations , January 2017 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)”

This study found that premature hair graying is strongly associated with a family history, Vitamin B12 deficiency, and hypothyroidism, with onset as early as 5 years in patients in Gurugram, India.

research The role of oxidative stress in early-onset androgenetic alopecia

13 citations , December 2016 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”

This study found increased oxidative stress in younger male patients with early-onset androgenetic alopecia compared to healthy peers, suggesting a potential role for antioxidants in their treatment.

research Early-onset baldness and the risk of aggressive prostate cancer: findings from a case–control study

4 citations , November 2017 in “Cancer Causes & Control”

This study found that men with androgenetic alopecia at age 20 years may have a higher risk of developing aggressive prostate cancer, particularly advanced stage disease.

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community Veradermics VDPHL01 Topline Results for Extended-Release Oral Minoxidil

75 upvotes 5 months ago

Extended-release oral minoxidil (VDPHL01) shows promising results for hair growth with improved safety, achieving significant hair count increases and minimal side effects compared to placebo. The treatment is designed to maintain effective concentrations while reducing side effects, making it a safer option for those who cannot tolerate standard minoxidil.

community How does Pedro P have a full head of hear. I'm losing mine and will be bald within 1 year. I'm not even 30yo.

643 upvotes 11 months ago

Pedro Pascal's full head of hair is likely due to genetics, finasteride, and possibly hair transplants. Many actors use finasteride to maintain their hair.

community Quit vaping/smoking = 80% less loss

in Research/Science 235 upvotes 2 years ago

Quitting vaping significantly reduced hair loss for a user who was a heavy vaper and also taking finasteride. Some participants suggest nicotine's vasoconstrictive properties may worsen hair loss, while others share personal anecdotes of hair improvement after quitting smoking or vaping.

community Early onset diffuse thinners + nonresponders to oral meds?

7 upvotes 2 weeks ago

A 19-year-old has been experiencing diffuse thinning since age 16 and has not seen improvement despite using minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and other treatments. Suggestions include increasing dutasteride dosage, using RU58841, and considering topical treatments or a hair transplant.

community Efficacy and Tolerability of N-Acetyl-Cysteine for Treatment of The Early-onset Androgenetic Alopecia in Men

26 upvotes 4 years ago

N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC) was found to improve hair parameters in men with early-onset androgenetic alopecia, showing increased terminal hair count and decreased vellus hair count, with good tolerability. NAC, used alone or with minoxidil, may help due to its antioxidant properties, though its effectiveness can vary among individuals.

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