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research Pharmacological Inhibition of DGAT1 Induces Sebaceous Gland Atrophy in Mouse and Dog Skin While Overt Alopecia Is Restricted to the Mouse
Blocking DGAT1 reduces oil gland size in mice and dogs, but only mice experience hair loss.
research Sebaceous Gland Atrophy Due to Seborrheic Dermatitis in a Patient with Alopecia: A Potential Pitfall
Skin conditions like seborrheic dermatitis can make it harder to correctly diagnose hair loss because they can cause the oil glands in the skin to shrink.
research A Morphometric and Histologic Study of the Scalp in Psoriasis: Paradoxical Sebaceous Gland Atrophy and Decreased Hair Shaft Diameters Without Alopecia
Psoriasis on the scalp causes smaller oil glands and thinner hair but doesn't lead to hair loss.
research Endogenous Retinoids in the Hair Follicle and Sebaceous Gland
Maintaining the right amount of retinoic acid is crucial for healthy hair and skin.
research Pharmacological Inhibition of Stearoyl CoA Desaturase in the Skin Induces Atrophy of the Sebaceous Glands
Blocking SCD1 in the skin with XEN103 shrinks sebaceous glands in mice.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Topical finasteride has affected my hormones
A 21-year-old experienced hormone changes after using self-made topical finasteride for hair loss, including a 20% decrease in DHT, a 47% increase in testosterone, and a 39% increase in estradiol. The user previously used minoxidil and microneedling but is now seeking ways to balance hormones, possibly through supplements or dosage adjustments.
community What an amazing time to be alive
The post discusses a user's experience with hair loss treatments, specifically topical finasteride, minoxidil, and micro-needling, and their plan to switch to oral versions and add Dutasteride. The conversation includes various responses, with some users sharing their own experiences and side effects, and others expressing desire for a more permanent hair loss solution.
community Long term results are real: 11 years on fin. then dut. + min. then oral min. - first pic at 18 with massive miniaturization and the others last night at 29
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user, who has been using finasteride for 11 years and then switched to dutasteride and minoxidil, has experienced minimal side effects and significant hair regrowth. They also mention that side effects are rare and often related to other factors such as poor diet and low testosterone levels.
community Severe dry eye: finasteride vs dutasteride
Woman uses antiandrogens for hair thinning prevention, experiences severe dry eye with finasteride. Asks if dutasteride could be better despite potential for worse dry eye.
community Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil Does Not Significantly Affect BP
Low-dose oral minoxidil is used for hair loss and does not significantly affect blood pressure but may increase heart rate and cause hypotensive symptoms. Some users experience side effects like palpitations and shortness of breath, while others find it effective; topical minoxidil with tretinoin is also considered.