15 citations
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November 2015 in “Trends in biotechnology”
This article discusses strategies for changing hair color by regulating target genes in hair follicles using advanced delivery systems, but it reports no new experimental findings.
9 citations
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September 2010 in “Dermatologic Therapy”
This article concludes that finasteride is a safe treatment for androgenetic alopecia and does not increase the risk of high-grade prostate cancer, despite past concerns from the Prostate Cancer Prevention Trial.
February 2021 in “Journal of nursing education and practice”
This study found that while kidney transplant recipients generally reported good quality of life on immunosuppressive therapies, women experienced more distressing symptoms and lower satisfaction compared to men.
August 2021 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”
This study explored the effects of various nutraceutical ingredients on breast cancer cell lines but found no conclusive information regarding their interaction with tamoxifen therapy.
John Cena attributes his improved life and career to a hair transplant and maintenance routine with red-light therapy, minoxidil, vitamins, and shampoo. Users discuss the effectiveness and side effects of finasteride, with mixed opinions on its necessity.
Hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants have side effects and limitations. There is hope for future advancements in stem cell therapy and hair follicle regeneration, though skepticism about their effectiveness and timeline persists.
A user is considering a $5,295 one-year hair loss program from HairClub/Bosley, which includes treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and a DNA test to personalize treatment. Opinions are mixed, with some suggesting cheaper alternatives like standard medications and questioning the value of the program.
Microneedling is preferred over laser therapy for hair loss because it is cheaper and reportedly effective, especially with minoxidil. Laser therapy is seen as costly and less effective.
The user visited a dermatologist for hair loss and was prescribed finasteride and minoxidil tablets, along with a caffeine hair serum. They decided against painful and costly treatments like PRP and exosome therapy, opting instead to stick with medications and possibly accept going bald.