February 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”
This study found that NB-002, a novel topical antifungal, showed significant antifungal activity and clinically meaningful nail clearing in patients with mild to moderate distal subungual onychomycosis.
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January 2019 in “Skin appendage disorders”
In this multicenter study, androgenetic alopecia was the most common type of alopecia among both men and women attending specialty hair clinics on four continents.
This study suggests that Nepenthes kampotiana Lecomte ethanol extract may promote hair growth and inhibit cell death in models of androgenic alopecia, indicating potential as a treatment option.
The user tried LLLT laser treatment for hair loss, noticing less hair shedding and thicker hair after six months, emphasizing consistency and gentle scalp care. Other users questioned the authenticity of the post and inquired about the frequency and type of device used.
A 43-year-old male from Sydney is seeking advice on using a Dermapen with Minoxidil for hair loss treatment. He inquires about the frequency of Dermapen use, needle depth, cartridge type, timing for applying Minoxidil, safety of numbing cream, and cartridge reuse.
The conversation provides advice on hair loss treatments, emphasizing the importance of following instructions for Minoxidil and Finasteride use, considering micro-needling to enhance treatment effectiveness, and incorporating hair oils, vitamins, and appropriate shampoos. The user shares their personal regimen, which includes oral Finasteride, topical Minoxidil, rosemary oil, micro-needling, supplements, and specialized hair care products, and stresses the necessity of consistency for successful results.
Finasteride and dutasteride must be taken continuously to prevent hair loss, and minoxidil should also be used long-term. Patience is needed as results from these treatments can take months to over a year to appear.
A sugar gel is claimed to spark hair regrowth, but users express skepticism, noting that minoxidil and finasteride remain the most effective treatments. Many users joke about frequent "breakthroughs" that work on rats but not humans, and some mention the potential of PP405 as a future treatment.
What type of hair loss is Fluocinolone recommended for, and how does it help inflamed scalps?Fluocinolone is a prescription topical corticosteroid used for inflammatory scalp conditions such as seborrheic dermatitis, scalp psoriasis and scarring alopecias. It calms inflammation rather than growing hair, it is not a treatment for pattern hair loss, and its labelling warns against prolonged use.