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An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record
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highly targeted anti-androgen that might have minimal systemic effects
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a potent but unapproved and potentially problematic topical anti-androgen
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Two rare genetic diseases cause severe rickets in children due to defects in vitamin D metabolism.
research An Unusual Presentation of Vitamin D Dependent Rickets Type 2 with Low 25(OH)D3 Levels and Alopecia: A Case Report of Two Siblings
Two siblings with a rare type of rickets and hair loss had low vitamin D levels, which is not typical for their condition.
research Clinical Nutrition Program Improves Sensory Loss in a 60-Year-Old Truck Driver with Anti-MAG Neuropathy
A clinical nutrition program improved sensory and motor function in a 60-year-old with anti-MAG neuropathy.
research Prostate Cancer Update: 2007
2007 research improved understanding of prostate cancer risk, diagnosis, and treatment, but also showed the need for personalized treatment and further study on certain therapies' risks.
research The Combined Use of Intravenous and Oral Calcium for the Treatment of Vitamin D Dependent Rickets Type II
Intravenous and oral calcium effectively treated vitamin D dependent rickets type II, improving growth and bone health.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Claim: Insulin resistance increases the enzyme that creates DHT and affects the liver's ability to control hormones
Insulin resistance may increase DHT production, contributing to hair loss, and addressing it through diet, nutrients, and natural DHT blockers like saw palmetto and pumpkin seed oil could help reverse hair loss. Some users prefer medications like finasteride for more effective results.
community My Theory Regarding a Cause and Cure for Androgenetic Alopecia
Hair loss theory suggests imbalance between Vitamin D Receptor (VDR) and Androgen Receptor (AR) activation. Proposed treatment includes upregulating VDR, downregulating AR, and improving mitochondrial health.
community Hair Loss Inflammation Prevention Stack
The conversation discusses a hair loss and scalp care routine involving ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide, clindamycin gel, clobetasol propionate, and calcipotriol to manage seborrheic dermatitis, folliculitis, and inflammation. It also touches on the role of diet and other treatments like oral minoxidil and pioglitazone for scalp health.
community DHT Harms Scalp Microbiome: DHT Itch is REAL
Increased Malassezia and Cutibacterium in the scalp microbiome are linked to higher sebum production and inflammation in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Treatments include ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide shampoo, clobetasol propionate, calcipotriol, minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.
community 8mg on oral finasteride. No results?
A user is experiencing worsening hair loss despite using 8mg of oral finasteride and is considering trying minoxidil or redoing blood work. They are concerned about thinning hair on the sides and back of their head.