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GlossaryGlobal Photographic Assessment (GPA)

standardized method to evaluate hair changes using comparative photos

Global Photographic Assessment (GPA) is a standardized method used to evaluate hair growth and hair loss by comparing photographs taken at different times. This technique allows both patients and healthcare professionals to visually track changes in hair density and scalp coverage, providing a clear and objective measure of treatment effectiveness or disease progression.

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research PC038: A Rare Case of Strawberry Gingivitis Associated with Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (Wegener Granulomatosis)

June 2018 in “Journal of Clinical Periodontology”

A patient with "strawberry gingivitis" improved after correct treatment for Granulomatosis with polyangiitis, highlighting the need for early diagnosis.

research Face Transplantation for Granulomatosis With Polyangiitis (Wegener Granulomatosis)

14 citations, January 2019 in “Annals of plastic surgery”

Face transplant for a severe autoimmune disease patient was successful, improving appearance and function without disease relapse after three years.

A Comparative Study of Fractional CO2 Laser with Topical Triamcinolone Acetonide Versus Intralesional Triamcinolone Acetonide in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata

research A Comparative Study of Fractional CO2 Laser with Topical Triamcinolone Acetonide Versus Intralesional Triamcinolone Acetonide in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata

1 citations, January 2024 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery”

Fractional CO2 laser with topical triamcinolone is more effective and safer for treating alopecia areata than intralesional triamcinolone.

Efficacy of Dr. SKS Hair Booster Serum in the Treatment of Female Pattern Alopecia in Patients With PCOS: An Open-Label, Non-Randomized, Prospective Study

research Efficacy of Dr. SKS Hair Booster Serum in the Treatment of Female Pattern Alopecia in Patients With PCOS: An Open-Label, Non-Randomized, Prospective Study

September 2023 in “Cureus”

Dr. SKS Hair Booster Serum effectively treats hair loss in women with PCOS.

research Present Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia and Future Research

November 2021 in “Austin therapeutics”

Current treatments for hair loss from chemotherapy are limited, but new methods are being researched.

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community Here's the high school I attended. I graduated with a bottle of finasteride.

in Satire 401 upvotes 3 months ago

A user humorously shared that someone at their high school gave out finasteride pills, which introduced them to the drug for their receding hairline. The conversation also touched on the high school's location and appearance, with some users joking about their own hair loss and treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.

community Don't postpone treatments now with the allure and promise of future treatments.

in Treatment 91 upvotes 4 years ago

The conversation advises against waiting for future hair loss treatments and suggests using proven treatments like Finasteride and Minoxidil. Some users regret not starting treatment earlier, while others discuss the effectiveness and safety of current treatments and the potential of microneedling.

community 4.5 month finasteride update! What a difference hair makes! To all the people that say just shave it bro, just no.

in Progress Pictures 1590 upvotes 4 years ago

A user's progress pictures and four month finasteride update showing dramatic hair regrowth, as well as their experiences with other treatments like minoxidil. The conversation also includes advice on diet, testosterone levels, and the importance of avoiding baldness for attraction and confidence.

community Two Great Articles on NCBI That Summarize What We Actually Know About Finasteride Side Effects

in Finasteride 80 upvotes 5 years ago

The side effects of taking finasteride as a treatment for hair loss, with particular focus on its sexual and psychiatric side effects; research has indicated that there are high and low outliers in terms of prevalence of sexual side effects, but it is usually between 3-5%, while evidence of lasting sexual side effects comes from lower quality sources.

community 2.5 years of treatment, best decision of my life

in Progress Pictures 8602 upvotes 2 months ago

A user shared their 2.5-year hair loss treatment success using 1mg finasteride daily and switching from 5mg to 2.5mg minoxidil. They reported no significant side effects and emphasized the importance of early treatment.

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