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popular antihistamine showing promise for hair loss as an anti-inflammatory and prostaglandin inhibitor
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autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss
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an anticonvulsant repurposed for hair loss via histone inhibition
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hormone commonly taken for sleep aid has some topical benefits for hair
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JAK inhibitor that reduces inflammation and immune attacks on hair follicles, leading to potential hair regrowth, especially in alopecia areata cases
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research A comment on psychological distress and women’s hair loss related to the COVID-19 pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has increased hair loss and psychological distress in women.
research HAIR LOSS IN WOMEN
Hair loss in women often doesn't follow a pattern, isn't linked to age, may be genetic, and can be related to thyroid issues or other health factors.
research HAIR DIAMETER IN FEMALE BALDNESS
Women with thinning hair have thinner hair strands than women without hair loss.
research Postfebrile telogen effluvium: hair fall after Rickettsia conorii infection
Hair loss can happen after a fever caused by Rickettsia conorii infection.
research Factors associated with female pattern hair loss and its prevalence in Taiwanese women: A community-based survey
FPHL common in Taiwanese women; risk factors include BMI, high glucose, early puberty, fewer childbirths, oral contraceptives, and UV exposure.
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5 / 404 resultscommunity PCOS Hair Loss: What’s Helped Me (and What Didn’t)
OP shares their experience with PCOS-related hair loss, highlighting that addressing vitamin D and ferritin deficiencies, managing hormones with spironolactone, and using gentle hair care products helped improve their condition. They advise against relying on "miracle" hair oils and emphasize the importance of medical evaluation and a combined approach to treatment.
community End of Hair loss ( AGA ) ? Since they produce it in china probably we don’t need to wait other 10 yrs😁
GT20029 is a new hair loss treatment in Phase 3 trials in China, using PROTAC technology to target androgen receptors, potentially with fewer side effects than finasteride and minoxidil. VDPHL01, a second-generation minoxidil, is also mentioned as potentially more effective.
community Platelet rich plasma treatment
A 27-year-old male experienced rapid hair loss after dengue fever, which activated a balding gene. The doctor suggested platelet-rich plasma treatment for hair regrowth.
community Dutasteride vs Finasteride and Steroid
Dutasteride is preferred over finasteride for hair loss due to fewer side effects. Combining dutasteride with minoxidil and RU58841 is effective for hair regrowth, even during steroid use.
community Why is everyone not directly advised Dutasteride?
Dutasteride is less commonly prescribed for hair loss because it is not FDA-approved for this purpose, unlike finasteride, which is more accessible and preferred due to fewer side effects. Dutasteride may be more effective in reducing DHT but has a longer half-life and potentially more significant side effects.