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5 / 12 resultslearn Minoxidil
An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record
learn Platelet-Rich Plasma
growth factors taken from your blood and injected into your scalp to stimulate hair
learn Dutasteride
Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
learn Osteopontin
signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss
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research Association of Components of Metabolic Syndrome with Female Pattern Alopecia: A Case Control Study from Kashmir
The study concluded that women with female pattern hair loss had higher waist circumference, triglyceride levels, lower HDL, and blood glucose levels compared to those without hair loss.
research Anti-Hyperglycemic and Selected Organ Protective Effects of Ziziphus Spina-Christi Hydroethanol Leaf Extract in Alloxan Induced Diabetic Rats
Ziziphus spina-christi leaf extract lowered blood sugar and protected organs in diabetic rats.
research Cardiovascular Risk Factors in Young Czech Females with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Young Czech women with PCOS have a higher risk of heart problems and should be regularly checked for cholesterol and glucose issues.
research Metabolic Syndrome – A New Definition and Management Guidelines: A Joint Position Paper by Various Polish Medical Societies
The Polish medical societies have redefined metabolic syndrome and recommend lifestyle changes, certain medications, and possibly bariatric surgery for treatment. They also discuss managing related health conditions.
research Necrolytic Migratory Erythema in a Cat with Glucagonoma Syndrome
A cat with a rare pancreatic tumor and diabetes died despite treatment, showing similar symptoms to a human condition.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Can diet play a big role in preventing loss/ speeding up growth? Are there foods that slow down hair growth?
User experienced hair loss on the top of the head for 2 years, noticed improvement after adding a smoothie with various fruits, vegetables, and seeds to their diet. They observed increased hair growth after 2 weeks of this dietary change.
community 57% increased chance of pattern hair loss independently associated with the consumption of sugary beverages in men (p<0.001) Pt 2
Sugary beverages increase the risk of pattern hair loss in men by 57%. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
community Medications that cause extra hair growth
The post discusses the side effects of various drugs causing excess hair growth, questioning why only minoxidil is used in the hair loss industry. The conversation includes users sharing their experiences and concerns about potential side effects of these drugs, with some preferring baldness over potential health risks.
community 5 years of min / finasteride, no longer slowing loss.
A user's experience of slowing hair loss while taking minoxidil and finasteride, and the various treatments suggested to help halt or reverse the process.
community 5ARI (dutasteride) Associated with Adverse Metabolic Effects
Dutasteride is associated with increased blood glucose, HbA1c, LDL cholesterol, and liver enzyme activity, potentially leading to diabetes, NAFLD, and liver metabolism changes. The conversation highlights concerns about these adverse effects and calls for more studies, including on finasteride.