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research MTORC1 Activity Is Increased in the Skin of Acne Patients and Is Suppressed With Isotretinoin Treatment
Acne patients have higher skin mTORC1 activity, which is reduced by isotretinoin treatment.
research Irreversible And Severe Alopecia Following Docetaxel Or Paclitaxel Cytotoxic Therapy For Breast Cancer
Docetaxel and paclitaxel for breast cancer can cause permanent, severe hair loss.
research Compared to Controls, Individuals with Lichen Planopilaris Have More Depression, Lower Self-Esteem, and Lower Quality of Life
People with Lichen Planopilaris tend to be more depressed, have lower self-esteem, and a worse quality of life.
research Comparison of Components of Metabolic Syndrome in Androgenic Alopecia Versus Healthy Population
People with androgenic alopecia are more likely to have metabolic syndrome than healthy individuals.
research The Follicular Skin Microbiome in Patients With Hidradenitis Suppurativa and Healthy Controls
Patients with hidradenitis suppurativa have a different skin microbiome compared to healthy people.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity IGFBP‐rP1 is a potential therapeutic target in androgenic alopecia
IGFBP‐rP1 shows potential for treating androgenic alopecia by influencing hair cycle transitions. Increasing IGF-1 levels may have similar effects to Minoxidil and 5-AR inhibitors in reducing hair loss.
community Hair Loss "a matter of survival" in South Korea
South Korea's president is advocating for hereditary hair loss to be covered by national health insurance due to its impact on mental health and daily functioning. The discussion highlights the societal pressure in South Korea regarding appearance and the potential benefits of treating hair loss to improve mental health.
community Male pattern baldness is not cosmetic.
Male pattern baldness is linked to health risks and should be treated medically. Finasteride is effective and should be insurance-covered.
community I’m considering stopping finasteride
The user is considering stopping finasteride due to depression, anxiety, and difficulty building muscle, despite its effectiveness in stopping hair loss. Suggestions include reducing the dose, switching to topical solutions, or consulting a doctor for alternatives like dutasteride or RU58841.
community DHT and 5AR respect post, it's importance within the brain
The conversation discusses whether to use finasteride for hair loss, considering its role in inhibiting DHT and 5AR, which can affect brain function and mood. Some users report anxiety and depression from finasteride, while others do not experience these side effects and emphasize the importance of DHT for brain and prostate health.