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research A Practical Approach to the Diagnosis and Management of Hair Loss in Children and Adolescents

40 citations , July 2017 in “Frontiers in Medicine”

This review highlights that in children, hair loss can be attributed to diverse conditions like alopecia areata and tinea capitis, and stresses the importance of a holistic approach to diagnosis and management, including psychosocial support due to limited effective treatments.

Revisiting Dandruff: Role of Malassezia Yeasts and Treatment Implications

research Revisiting dandruff

78 citations , September 2006 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science”

This paper discusses the role of Malassezia yeast and inflammation in dandruff and highlights the potential of anti-inflammatory antidandruff formulations to improve scalp conditions and hair cycle disturbances; it presents no new experimental results.

research Acute and Chronic Telogen Effluvium

January 2023 in “Springer eBooks”

This review discusses the phases of the human hair cycle, the factors affecting telogen effluvium, and the need for investigation if persistent hair shedding occurs, but reports no new clinical results.

research Management of diffuse alopecia

October 2015 in “CRC Press eBooks”

This article reviews the diagnosis and causes of different types of alopecia, presenting no new clinical findings.

research Topical lotion beneficial in androgenetic alopecia

November 1996 in “Inpharma Weekly”

Lotion with piroctone olamine and triclosan improves hair loss in men.

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community How do athletes maintain their hair transplants? Or do they not?

in Transplants 57 upvotes 1 year ago

Athletes often use finasteride to maintain hair transplants, but some avoid it due to potential hormonal effects. Notable examples include Mo Salah and Conor McGregor, while LeBron James has had multiple procedures with varying success.

community Has anyone seen the data on this 539% boost breakthrough?

866 upvotes 6 months ago

Topical Clascoterone showed a 539% improvement in hair count compared to placebo, but its effectiveness and safety are debated. Users compared it to minoxidil and finasteride, with mixed opinions on its potential release in 2026 or 2027.

community I cannot sleep anymore, what should I do

7 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride may cause sleep disturbances, with some users experiencing insomnia. Reducing the dosage, switching brands, or trying Dutasteride might help.

community Fin + Min & Derma stamp for 1 year. Don't really notice much difference?

91 upvotes 1 year ago

The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and a derma stamp for a year with minimal noticeable hair regrowth, but others suggest there is slight improvement and recommend continuing the treatment. Some users suggest switching to dutasteride or adjusting the derma stamp technique for better results.

community Finasteride and Eye Problems: You’re Not Going Crazy

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 503 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride can cause dry eyes and vision issues due to its impact on the meibomian glands. Users have mixed experiences, with some experiencing eye discomfort and others having no side effects.

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learn Hair Transplant

What happens after a hair transplant? Expect mild swelling and redness, with new hair growth starting in 3 to 6 months.
When will I see new hair growth after a hair transplant? New hair growth usually starts 2-4 months after a hair transplant.

learn Cyproterone

How long does it take for cyproterone to work on hair loss? There is no reliable published figure for how fast cyproterone works on hair loss: the hair cycle means nothing shows for months, the one randomised trial assessed women at twelve months, and community reports range from about six months to two years — with some people seeing no change at all.

learn horsetail extract

How long should you use horsetail extract before noticing stronger or thicker hair? No published trial has tested horsetail extract for hair thinning, so no evidence-based timeline exists; the hair cycle means any supplement needs at least three months, and more realistically five to six, before a change could be visible at all.

learn Rapamycin

Is rapamycin safe for long-term use on the scalp, or should it be used in cycles? There is no published human trial of topical rapamycin on the scalp, so nobody knows whether long-term use is safe; the idea of cycling it comes from community practice and theory, not from any study or guideline, and rapamycin for hair loss is an off-label use of a prescription immunosuppressant.