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5 / 11 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 Neem Oil
natural substance from Neem tree with medicinal and pesticidal properties
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research Prevalence of Metabolic Syndrome in Patients with Mucosal Lichen Planus: A Case-Control Study
People with Lichen Planus, especially with mucosal involvement, are more likely to have Metabolic Syndrome, which increases their risk for heart disease and diabetes.
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.
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 A Clinicoepidemiological Study of Skin Tags and Their Association with Metabolic Syndrome
People with more than 11 skin tags, especially on the thigh, neck, or armpit, may have a higher chance of metabolic syndrome.
research Male Androgenetic Alopecia and Cardiovascular Risk Factors: A Case-Control Study
Men with early-onset baldness have a higher chance of heart disease and clogged arteries.
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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.