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autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss
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research Young Men's Coping with Androgenetic Alopecia: Acceptance Counts When Hair Gets Thinner
Acceptance reduces hair loss distress and medical consultations; coping mechanisms increase them.
research Evaluating Changes in the Breast Cancer-Related Quality of Life of Young Women with Breast Cancer: Long-Term Results from a Multicenter Prospective Cohort
Many young women with breast cancer experience poor quality of life, especially in sexual health and hair loss, but future outlook improves over time.
research Ayurveda-Based Regimen Enhances Quality of Life in Breast Cancer Patients
The study involving 40 breast cancer patients found that an Ayurveda-based regimen, including Guduchi, Ashwagandha, and Curcumin, improved quality of life (QoL) when combined with conventional therapy. The supportive group (n=20) reported better global health status, physical and emotional functioning, and reduced symptoms like pain, insomnia, and hair loss distress compared to the control group (n=20). No serious adverse events were noted, though mild gastric discomfort occurred in two patients. The findings suggest that Ayurveda-based supportive care may enhance QoL in breast cancer patients, advocating for further research with larger trials.
research Ayurveda-Based Supportive Care Using Guduchi, Ashwagandha, and Curcumin for Breast Cancer Patients: A Pilot Observational Study on Quality of Life and Safety
Ayurveda-based care may improve quality of life for breast cancer patients without serious side effects.
research Effects of Self-Perceived Hair Loss in a Community Sample of Men
Men who think they are losing hair feel worse about themselves, especially if they are younger.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Buzzed my head a while ago (bad diffuse thinning) and felt better bc hair fibers helped a ton more with the buzz cut. But still depressed over living a lie
Hair loss causing distress during physical interaction; treatment for a year not effective. Options discussed: accept new normal or explore other treatments.
community Mental health check for anyone feeling down in this subreddit.
Hair loss is distressing, with treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and spironolactone commonly used despite potential side effects. Emphasis is placed on maintaining mental health and self-worth beyond hair appearance.
community Nothing compensates enough for hair loss at young age.
Early hair loss causes emotional distress, and common coping strategies like fitness and fashion are inadequate. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, hair systems, and scalp micropigmentation were tried but were unsatisfactory.
community In three years time we'll still be in roughly the same place with regardless to treatments as we are now - and it will be the fault of all of us.
User discusses frustration with hair loss treatments and lack of progress. Emphasizes importance of measuring blood hormone levels to understand treatment effectiveness and side effects.
community Can we stop fear mongering with finasteride
Finasteride is effective for hair loss but can cause sexual dysfunction and mental health issues in some users, leading to a polarized debate on its risks. Some switch to alternatives like Dutasteride or topical treatments to avoid side effects.