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GlossaryEtiology

study of disease causes or origins

Etiology refers to the study of the cause or origin of a disease or condition. In the context of hair and alopecia, understanding the etiology involves identifying factors such as genetics, autoimmune responses, hormonal imbalances, or environmental influences that contribute to hair loss. This term is crucial for both diagnosing and developing effective treatments.

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research Perifolliculitis Capitis Abscedens et Suffodiens in an 18-Year-Old Aboriginal Canadian Patient: Case Report and Literature Review

6 citations , January 2007 in “Journal of cutaneous medicine and surgery”

The article concludes that careful examination is crucial for the timely diagnosis and treatment of a rare scalp condition in an Aboriginal Canadian teenager.

research Alopecia Areata: Clinical and Therapeutic Update

May 2024 in “SPIRE - Sciences Po Institutional REpository”

Understanding and treating alopecia areata improves patient care.

research Knowledge About Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and Effect of Lifestyle Habits Among Medical Students of North India

January 2022 in “International Journal of Contemporary Medicine”

Most medical students in North India know about PCOS and how lifestyle changes can affect it; early screening is important to prevent complications.

research Alopecia Areata: A Clinician's Guide

1 citations , January 2018 in “Springer eBooks”

The book helps doctors understand and treat alopecia areata.

research A Rabbit Model of Hypospadias Induced by Finasteride

January 2006 in “Zhonghua miniao waike zazhi”

Finasteride can reliably cause hypospadias in rabbits.

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community Oral minoxidil gives hair everywhere except scalp,plss help

in Minoxidil 41 upvotes 1 year ago

Oral minoxidil is causing body hair growth but not improving scalp hair, despite using dutasteride and finasteride. Users suggest waiting longer for results, checking vitamin levels, and considering additional treatments like topical minoxidil, dermarolling, and supplements.

community Testosterone, gray hair, low vitamin D, and switching to oral Minoxidil

in Treatment 3 upvotes 5 years ago

A woman experiencing hair loss due to high testosterone and low vitamin D is using treatments like Dutasteride, Rogaine, zinc, ketoconazole shampoo, dermastamp, iRestore, multivitamins, scalp massager, and vitamin D. She plans to switch to oral Minoxidil under medical supervision.

community 57% increased chance of pattern hair loss independently associated with the consumption of sugary beverages in men (p<0.001) Pt 2

in Research/Science 486 upvotes 1 year ago

Sugary beverages increase the risk of pattern hair loss in men by 57%. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community 2 Years with DUT… You don’t need to wait that long to know if it will work.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 226 upvotes 4 months ago

Dutasteride and finasteride are not effective for everyone in treating hair loss, with some users experiencing worsening conditions. Many are hopeful for new treatments like PP405, while others consider hair transplants or alternative medications.

community Help! I want to add Topical 1% Cetirizine to my super stack.

in Treatment 6 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation is about someone considering adding topical Cetirizine 1% to their existing hair loss treatment regimen and seeking advice on where to buy it and others' experiences with it.

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