28 citations
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September 2014 in “Journal of Clinical Oncology”
This study observed that frontalplus moderate vertexbaldness at age 45 was associated with a higher risk of aggressive prostate cancer in a large cohort.
3 citations
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December 2014 in “Journal of Clinical Oncology”
This study observed that men with frontal and moderate vertexbaldness between ages 40 and 50 had a higher risk of aggressive prostate cancer, suggesting a potential link between baldness pattern and cancer risk.
3 citations
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July 1997 in “Current problems in dermatology”
This article reviews 25 years of hair restoration advancements, highlighting the shift towards techniques that emphasize naturalness and undetectability, and reports no new research findings.
9 citations
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March 2018 in “International Journal of Cancer”
The study suggests that male pattern baldness, a possible indicator of sex hormone levels, may be linked to an increased risk of gastric cancer in men.
Hair loss treatments discussed include Propecia, Rogaine, Nizoral shampoo, and dermarolling. Users shared experiences and results, with some noticing improvements in hair growth and maintenance.
Scalp tension from the occipitalis muscle is theorized to contribute to hair loss, but most believe DHT and genetics are the main causes. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are considered more effective than addressing scalp tension.
The user has maintained hair with topical minoxidil (8%) and finasteride (0.01%) for 7.5 years, experiencing mild regrowth and no side effects. They also use rosemary oil, jojoba oil, and magnesium oil for hair care.
A 24-year-old experienced improved hair growth using 5% minoxidil, 1 mg finasteride, and dermastamping, but faced side effects like low libido and mild erectile dysfunction. They plan to reduce finasteride dosage after full results and may consider a hair transplant if thinning recurs.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth after 3 months of using 2.5mg oral minoxidil and 0.5mg dutasteride, with mixed opinions on the effectiveness and suggestions to increase minoxidil dosage or consider a hair transplant. Some users recommend additional treatments like dermarolling and micro-needling, while others share personal experiences with side effects and alternative treatments.