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Glossary Informed Consent

process ensuring patients understand and agree to medical procedures

Informed consent is a process in which a patient is given comprehensive information about a medical treatment or procedure, including its risks, benefits, and alternatives, allowing them to make a knowledgeable decision about their care. It ensures that the patient voluntarily agrees to the treatment with a full understanding of what it entails, safeguarding their autonomy and rights.

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research Cross-sex hormone therapy in Australia: the prescription patterns of clinicians experienced in adult transgender healthcare

15 citations , February 2019 in “Internal Medicine Journal”

This study found that experienced Australian prescribers of hormone therapy for transgender adults often follow international guidelines but highlight the need for better training and specific local guidelines.

research An introduction to gender-affirming hormone therapy for transgender and gender-nonbinary patients

February 2022 in “The Nurse Practitioner”

This article provides an introduction to gender-affirming hormone therapy for transgender and gender-nonbinary patients, designed as a continuing education activity, but does not report new clinical results.

research Informed consent in dermatology: What′s known and what′s new?

1 citations , January 2014 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology”

The document concludes that clear communication and a strong doctor-patient relationship are essential for effective informed consent in dermatology.

Moving Beyond Boundaries: Utilization of Longitudinal Exposure–Response Model for Bounded Outcome Score to Inform Decision Making in the Accelerated Drug Development Paradigm

research Moving Beyond Boundaries: Utilization of Longitudinal Exposure–Response Model for Bounded Outcome Score to Inform Decision Making in the Accelerated Drug Development Paradigm

5 citations , February 2024 in “Clinical Pharmacokinetics”

This study found that modeling and simulation effectively informed decision-making and dose selection for ritlecitinib in treating alopecia areata, supporting an accelerated drug development strategy.

research Communicating CSR – the Lasswell’s model approach

January 2015 in “Prace Naukowe Uniwersytetu Ekonomicznego we Wrocławiu”

Using Lasswell's model can make CSR communication more effective and trusted.

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community PP405 Won’t Work: Follicle Is Miniaturized, Fibrosed, And Missing Key Support Cells

7 months ago

PP405 is ineffective for miniaturized, fibrosed hair follicles in androgenetic alopecia. AMP303 may activate hair follicle stem cells, but minoxidil and finasteride are still the main treatments.

community What percentage of people getting sides from Fin do you think is actually due to Nocebo ?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 7 upvotes 1 month ago

Many users believe the nocebo effect contributes to perceived side effects of finasteride, with some attributing libido changes to pre-existing conditions rather than the drug itself. While some report genuine side effects, others suggest these are overrepresented or imagined, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's baseline health before starting treatment.

community My experimental hair loss journey under medical supervision: finasteride/dutasteride, oral/topical minoxidil+tretinoin (3-month progress and hair transplant insights for those considering it)

in Treatment 43 upvotes 1 year ago

A 23-year-old discusses their hair loss treatment using finasteride, dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and topical tretinoin under medical supervision. They stress stabilizing hair loss before a hair transplant and plan to continue the regimen for at least 18 months.

community Regular middle aged guy, taking 5mg minoxidil, 1.1mg finasteride and biotin combo pill. 3 months progress.

151 upvotes 1 year ago

A 45-year-old man experienced positive hair regrowth using a combination pill of 5mg minoxidil, 1.1mg finasteride, and 1mg biotin over three months. He reported minimal side effects and prefers this treatment over hair transplants.

community How do I look? - Hair transplant update.

36 upvotes 8 months ago

A user shared their hair transplant update, having received 4,300 grafts and choosing not to use medications like finasteride or minoxidil due to potential side effects and personal reasons. Many commenters expressed concern that without these medications, the user might experience further hair loss, suggesting that preventative treatments are important for maintaining transplant results.

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learn Neem Oil

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