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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Efficacy of Albumin-Bound Paclitaxel Combined with Nedaplatin in Neoadjuvant Therapy for Esophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma: A Single-Center Retrospective Observational Study
The combination therapy is effective and well-tolerated for treating esophageal cancer.
research Fatigue, Alopecia, and Stomatitis Among Patients With Breast Cancer Receiving Cyclin-Dependent Kinase 4 and 6 Inhibitors: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Breast cancer patients taking CDK4/6 inhibitors are more likely to experience fatigue, hair loss, and mouth sores.
research Persistent Major Alopecia Following Adjuvant Docetaxel for Breast Cancer: Incidence, Characteristics, and Prevention with Scalp Cooling
Scalp cooling effectively prevents severe hair loss in breast cancer patients treated with docetaxel and is safe.
research Diagnostic and Grading Criteria for Androgenetic Alopecia Using Dermoscopy
New dermoscopic criteria accurately diagnose and grade the severity of hair loss in androgenetic alopecia.
research Efficacy and Skin Toxicity Management with Cetuximab in Metastatic Colorectal Cancer: Outcomes from an Oncologic and Dermatologic Cooperation
Combining irinotecan and cetuximab is effective for some metastatic colorectal cancer patients but often causes manageable skin issues.
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5 / 437 resultscommunity Can a hair transplant be successful with this much loss?
Use minoxidil and finasteride for 1-2 years to promote regrowth and stabilize hair loss before a transplant. Long-term use of these medications is needed to maintain results and prevent further loss.
community NW5 at 19. How many grafts do I need?
A 19-year-old with rapid hair loss since 16 is considering a hair transplant but refuses to take finasteride or any 5α-Reductase inhibitors. They are currently using minoxidil, tretinoin, and microneedling with a Derminator 2, and only want hair until age 27.
community Sublingual topical minoxidil experience
A user experienced severe side effects from using topical minoxidil sublingually, including muscle cramps, dizziness, and high potassium levels. They were advised to stop and seek medical help, emphasizing that topical minoxidil is not safe for ingestion due to its alcohol content.
community Should I get transplant #4 or just shave my head?
A 36-year-old considering a fourth hair transplant is advised to either shave his head or use a hair system due to poor results from previous transplants and late medication use. He plans to consult top surgeons and adjust his current treatments, including finasteride and minoxidil.
community Why do barbers never mention if you’re balding?
People are discussing why barbers often don't mention their clients' hair loss, with some sharing personal experiences where barbers did suggest treatments like finasteride (Fin) or mentioned the possibility of hair transplants. Some barbers avoid the topic to not offend clients, while others openly discuss it and recommend treatments or acknowledge the issue when asked.