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      learn Metformin

      diabetes drug with anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, and insulin-sensitizing properties

      learn Hydrocortisone

      a synthetic cortisol used for anti-inflammatory effects

      learn Cetirizine

      popular antihistamine showing promise for hair loss as an anti-inflammatory and prostaglandin inhibitor

    Research

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      Telogen Effluvium: A Comprehensive Review

      research Telogen Effluvium: A Comprehensive Review

      214 citations, March 1993 in “Archives of Dermatology”
      Telogen effluvium is a reversible hair loss condition that requires a detailed diagnosis and often resolves on its own.
      Histopathology of Non-Scarring Alopecia

      research Histopathology of Non-Scarring Alopecia

      122 citations, April 1995 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology”
      The document describes how to tell different types of non-scarring hair loss apart by looking at hair and scalp tissue under a microscope.
      Hair Changes Due to Drugs

      research Hair Changes Due to Drugs

      January 2019 in “Elsevier eBooks”
      Some drugs can cause reversible hair loss, but certain chemotherapy drugs may lead to permanent hair loss; drugs can also change hair color and texture.

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      community Going to start the sulforaphane experiment

      in Treatment  17 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user shared their experience with hair loss treatments, including minoxidil and finasteride, and their negative side effects. They outlined a new treatment plan involving microneedling, various supplements, minoxidil foam, ketoconazole shampoo, and an anti-inflammatory diet, with plans to document progress over three months. Another user responded, indicating their own similar efforts were a waste of money.

      community Opinions on Scalp fibrosis and DHT?

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the theory that scalp fibrosis contributes to male pattern baldness (MPB) by increasing DHT concentration, and mentions treatments like Minoxidil. The user seeks opinions on the theory and the effectiveness of scalp massages.

      community Diffuse thinning fucking sucks

      in Update  430 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses various treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, microneedling, and checking for nutrient deficiencies. Some users suggest adding hydrocortisone butyrate, low-dose progesterone, or tretinoin to treatment regimens, while others recommend cosmetic solutions like Toppik hair fibers or shaving the head.

      community I’ve read multiple times that Fin increases hair quality… NOT for me!

      in Treatment  97 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user has been on finasteride for 6 months and feels their hair quality has worsened, experiencing more hair loss and scalp irritation. They are considering seeing a dermatologist, while others suggest the issue might be unrelated to finasteride, possibly due to deficiencies or other conditions.