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antifungal with some anti-androgenic benefits, often used as a shampoo
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research Microbial Dysbiosis and Its Diagnostic Potential in Androgenetic Alopecia: Insights from Multi-Kingdom Sequencing and Machine Learning
Microbial imbalances on the scalp can help diagnose and manage hair loss early.
research The Effects of Caffeine and Adenosine on the Microbiome and Lipidome of the Scalp
Caffeine and adenosine in shampoo may boost hair growth and change scalp microbes and lipids.
research Biodiversity and Microorganisms Variation of Endemic Duku (Lansium Domesticum Corr.) Rhizosphere in the Wet and Dry Main Growing Site in Jambi, Indonesia
Microbial communities in Duku plant roots vary between wet and dry habitats, affecting plant health.
research Isolation and Molecular Characterization of Malassezia Pachydermatis from a Cutaneous Lesion in a California Sea Lion (Zalophus Californianus)
The yeast found in a sea lion's skin lesion was almost identical to that on healthy skin, suggesting environmental factors may affect fungal growth and the cause of the lesion is unclear.
research The Wound Microbiome
The document concludes that better understanding the wound microbiome can improve chronic wound care by preserving helpful bacteria and targeting harmful ones.
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5 / 190 resultscommunity Do mens shampoo for hair loss help with balding?
Shampoos, including those with ketoconazole, may offer mild benefits for hair health but are not effective for stopping hair loss or balding. Effective treatments for hair loss include finasteride and minoxidil, often used together, while shampoos are generally not on the scalp long enough to impact hair follicles significantly.
community Scalp Inflammation is eating my hair!
A user with seborrheic dermatitis is experiencing bald spots and hair thinning despite changing their diet and taking oral minoxidil. Another user suggests using ketoconazole shampoo properly, using a scalp massager, applying rosemary/peppermint oil, keeping hair short, and taking fish oil to improve scalp health.
community Anyone else not have hobbies anymore because of this?
The user is expressing an obsession with hair loss and spends all their time researching and discussing it. Other users suggest seeking therapy and focusing on other aspects of life.
community Can Shampoo Treat Suspected Fungal Hair Loss?
Hair loss possibly caused by a fungal infection might be treated with antifungal shampoos or oral medications. If not fungal, treatments like minoxidil or finasteride may be necessary.
community Is there any way to know for sure if hair thinning is just from fungal infection/ inflammation and would be reversed with just Ketoconazole 2%/ triamcinolone acetonide etc?
The user is unsure if their hair thinning is due to fungal infection/inflammation or genetic factors and is hesitant to start Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. They are currently using Ketoconazole 2% and triamcinolone acetonide and are concerned about potential side effects from other medications.