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compound from cruciferous vegetables has some mild effects on DHT
learn Latanoprost
glaucoma medication with hair follicle stimulant effects
learn Saw Palmetto
a natural and far less effective alternative to Finasteride
learn Rosemary
herb and oil with stimulant, circulatory, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties
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research Cost Comparison of Patients with Chronic Hand Eczema Covered by Statutory vs. Occupational Health Insurances in Germany
Treating chronic hand eczema costs about the same in statutory and occupational health insurances in Germany, but work-related cases may lead to higher indirect costs due to longer work absences.
research How Much Health Insurance Is Enough? Revisiting the Concept of Underinsurance
The document concludes that there is no clear definition of adequate health insurance, and a consistent method to measure underinsurance is needed.
research Alopecia Areata Treatment Patterns, Healthcare Resource Utilization, and Comorbidities in the US Population Using Insurance Claims
Most people with Alopecia Areata don't get treatment within a year; it's costly and often comes with other health issues.
research Gender Surgery Beyond Chest and Genitals: Current Insurance Landscape
Most insurance companies do not cover extra gender-affirming surgeries, with coverage being low and inconsistent.
research Melanoma Prognosis in the United States: A State-Based Analysis of Associated Factors
Melanoma survival rates vary by state and are better where incomes are higher, more people have health insurance and education, and there are more dermatologists.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity M18 Is it smart to start with minox only?
An 18-year-old is considering starting minoxidil for hair loss due to a receding hairline but is hesitant about using finasteride due to age and lack of health insurance. A suggestion was made to use topical finasteride and minoxidil, along with lifestyle changes like exercise and cold showers.
community PSA: Stop overpaying for your Fin/Dut and get your meds for $20/year.
Finasteride and Dutasteride can be obtained cheaply through Amazon One Medical with an Rx Pass subscription for $20/year. Users discuss various options and costs for hair loss treatments, including Blink Health and Mark Cuban's pharmacy.
community I think I’ve finally found the reason for my hair loss
The user experienced hair loss since 2019 and tried finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, and ketoconazole shampoo without success. A scalp biopsy showed scarring and inflammation from folliculitis, indicating chronic inflammation was affecting treatment effectiveness.
community Why is everyone not directly advised Dutasteride?
Dutasteride is less commonly prescribed for hair loss because it is not FDA-approved for this purpose, unlike finasteride, which is more accessible and preferred due to fewer side effects. Dutasteride may be more effective in reducing DHT but has a longer half-life and potentially more significant side effects.
community My hair journey: 2017 through the present
A user shared their hair loss journey from 2017 to 2024, detailing the use of finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, supplements, and dermarolling. They experienced significant hair loss after stopping finasteride in 2017, saw some regrowth after resuming treatments in 2023, and are considering a hair transplant.