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research Skin Diseases and Sexually Transmitted Infections among Patients with HIV infection/AIDS referred at the City Institute for Skin and Venereal Diseases in Belgrade: a Case Series of 38 Patients

2 citations , September 2013 in “Serbian Journal of Dermatology and Venereology”

This study found a high prevalence of sexually transmitted infections, particularly anogenital warts and syphilis, among HIV-infected adults in Serbia, underscoring the importance of education on safe sex practices.

research Male Androgenetic Alopecia and Cardiovascular Risk Factors

January 2015

This study found that early-onset androgenetic alopecia in men was associated with a higher prevalence of metabolic syndrome and carotid arteriosclerosis compared to controls.

research Cardiovascular risk factors in young Czech females with polycystic ovary syndrome

60 citations , April 2003 in “Human Reproduction”

This study found that Czech women with polycystic ovary syndrome in their thirties had a significantly worse cardiovascular risk profile compared to a control group, independent of obesity.

research Implementing Outpatient Screening of Adult Patients at High Risk for Peripheral Artery Disease

January 2023

In an outpatient cardiology center, this study found that introducing the AHA/ACC ABI screening protocol significantly increased the frequency of ABI ordering by 31.6% for symptomatic patients.

research Development of Autoimmune Hair Loss Disease Alopecia Areata Is Associated with Cardiac Dysfunction in C3H/HeJ Mice

18 citations , April 2013 in “PLOS ONE”

This study found that in a mouse model, alopecia areata was associated with changes in heart structure, biochemistry, and gene expression linked to cardiac hypertrophy after ACTH exposure.

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community Oral minoxidl - Is this a medication that's generally safe to take for life? Like what I understand oral fin is? Also do studies show that in general or in a significant amount of more cases that results with oral minox + oral fin > oral fin in terms of long-term use(talkin 20+ years).

in Minoxidil 77 upvotes 1 year ago

Oral minoxidil combined with finasteride can improve hair density, but long-term safety is uncertain due to potential side effects like heart and kidney issues. Users report mixed experiences, with some experiencing side effects and others finding it effective for hair maintenance.

community Let’s be real, does infrequent smoking really accelerate MPB and/or cause health issues?

10 upvotes 2 weeks ago

Smoking infrequently is unlikely to significantly impact hair loss or health, especially when using treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Genetics play a larger role in hair loss, and low smoking frequency is not considered a major risk.

community How is this even possible that there is no cure till now

in Technology 155 upvotes 5 months ago

There is no permanent cure for hair loss; treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants require ongoing use and are not universally effective. Genetic complexity and financial incentives for ongoing treatments hinder the development of a definitive cure.

community Why not just take the drugs before hair loss?

in Chat 123 upvotes 6 months ago

Finasteride and dutasteride are discussed as preventative treatments for hair loss, with some advocating for early use and others concerned about side effects, especially before full maturity. Many regret not starting these treatments earlier due to their effectiveness in preventing or slowing hair loss.

community Dermatologist told me to quit fin after turning 40

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 194 upvotes 2 years ago

A dermatologist advised a patient to stop taking finasteride (fin) after turning 40 due to potential risk of aggressive prostate cancer. The patient and others in the conversation debated this advice, discussing the relationship between finasteride, prostate cancer, and hair loss, and considering alternatives like topical finasteride.

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