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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
learn RU58841
a potent but unapproved and potentially problematic topical anti-androgen
learn Castor oil
a traditional, natural remedy touted for promoting scalp health and hair growth
learn Dutasteride
Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Beneficial Effects of Deoxyshikonin on Delayed Wound Healing in Diabetic Mice
Deoxyshikonin helps wounds heal faster in diabetic mice.
research FOXO1, TGF-β Regulation and Wound Healing
FOXO1 is important for wound healing, but its dysfunction in diabetes can slow the healing process.
research Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cell-Derived Apoptotic Extracellular Vesicles Ameliorate Cutaneous Wound Healing in Type 2 Diabetic Mice via Macrophage Pyroptosis Inhibition
Applying certain vesicles from umbilical cord stem cells helps heal skin wounds in diabetic mice by reducing cell death and inflammation.
research Advanced Polymer Hydrogels That Promote Diabetic Ulcer Healing: Mechanisms, Classifications, and Medical Applications
Special gels help heal diabetic foot sores and reduce the risk of amputation or death.
research Exogenous Calreticulin Improves Diabetic Wound Healing
Applying calreticulin can speed up wound healing in diabetics.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity A warning to those thinking about using Dutasteride
The potential risks of long-term use of Dutasteride and how it may be linked to elevated liver enzymes, cholesterol levels, and decreased testosterone. Alternative treatments such as Finasteride and RU58841 were also discussed.
community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies
Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.
community Interesting article links major MPB theories to western diet (and life-style)
community Female, 30, PCOS diagnosis, MPB Norwood 2. Endo refuses to give anything other than Spironolactone. Feel like I’m at my wit’s end here.
A 30-year-old female with PCOS and male pattern baldness is frustrated with her endocrinologist's recommendation of only Spironolactone and minoxidil, feeling that dutasteride, finasteride, and progesterone would be more effective. Other users suggest various online sources for treatments, warn against self-medicating due to potential risks, and recommend seeking a specialized endocrinologist or considering additional treatments like Inositol, Berberine, and dermaneedling.
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.