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powerful topical and oral anti-androgen used mostly by women
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an estrogen promoting hair regrowth more commonly used in women
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a nonsteroidal anti-androgen, most commonly used orally for women
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popular antihistamine showing promise for hair loss as an anti-inflammatory and prostaglandin inhibitor
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research Family Planning 2011: Better Use of Existing Methods, New Strategies, and More Informed Choices for Female Contraception
The conclusion is that there is a high demand for new contraceptives that provide both pregnancy prevention and protection against STIs, along with additional health benefits.
research Combined Hormonal Contraception and Venous Thromboembolism
Birth control pills increase the risk of blood clots, especially within the first year and with certain types.
research Venous and Pulmonary Thromboembolism and Combined Hormonal Contraceptives: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Some birth control pills have a higher risk of blood clots than others.
research Androgenic Disorders of Women: Diagnostic and Therapeutic Decision Making
The document concludes that proper diagnosis and tailored long-term treatment can effectively manage androgenic disorders in women, improving patient care outcomes.
research A Review of Androgen-Progestin Regimens for Male Contraception
Hormonal male contraception is effective and could be market-ready, but more research is needed to ensure safety for all ethnic groups.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Dutasteride UPDATE (female) *sixth month*
A female user in her mid-20s with androgenetic alopecia and suspected telogene effluvium who has been taking Dutasteride, Spironolactone, Minoxidil, Dermarolling, Ketoconazol shampoo, and Yaz contraception for her hair loss for the past 6 months. She had a small shed during this time that she believes to be stress related.
community Dutasteride UPDATE (female) *fifth month*
HairCarePls shared their 5-month Dutasteride update, mentioning previous use of Finasteride with no results. They also use Spironolactone, Minoxidil, dermarolling, Ketoconazole shampoo, and Yaz contraception for hair loss treatment.
community I’m already DOING EVERYTHING!!!
A 26 year old female dealing with hair loss who is considering treatments such as Spiro, minoxidil and finasteride. Other potential solutions mentioned are PRP treatment, a wig, and bio-identical estrogen combined with bica.
community AGA responded to steroid shots? Biopsy wrong? Please help!
A woman with AGA is using spironolactone, dutasteride, finasteride, oral minoxidil, bicalutamide, and anti-androgenic birth control but still experiences worsening hair loss. Steroid shots temporarily stop her hair shedding, leading her to question her biopsy results.
community People's personal thoughts on my treatment.
A 20-year-old with stage 3 hair loss saw good results using Topical Min 5%, Oral Fin 1mg, DHT Blocker Shampoo, and DHT blocking and Vitamin gummy. The doctor advised stopping Fin after six months due to hormone concerns, but the user is hesitant.