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antifungal with some anti-androgenic benefits, often used as a shampoo
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research Characterization of Hair Lipid and Protein Dynamics Using EPR Spectroscopy and Treatment Effects
Hair treatments and dehydration affect hair's lipid and protein behavior, influencing its flexibility and appearance.
research Ethosome as a Potential Transdermal Drug Delivery System
Ethosomes are a promising way to deliver drugs through the skin.
research Exogenous and Endogenous Lipids of Human Hair
Removing external lipids from hair reduces moisture and increases strength, while removing internal lipids decreases water permeability.
research Formulation and Characterization of Resveratrol-Loaded Nanostructured Lipid Carriers for Use in Combination with Scalp Cooling Therapy to Mitigate Chemotherapy-Induced Follicular Cytotoxicity and Hair Loss
Resveratrol-loaded carriers may help reduce hair loss from chemotherapy when used with scalp cooling.
research Potential of Nanoparticles as Permeation Enhancers and Targeted Delivery Options for Skin: Advantages and Disadvantages
Nanoparticles can improve skin drug delivery but have challenges like toxicity and stability that need more research.
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5 / 126 resultscommunity Stopping min on scalp - psoriasis
A user with mild psoriasis on the scalp is using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and dermarolling for hair loss but plans to stop minoxidil on the crown due to psoriasis aggravation. Suggestions include switching to a lipid-based minoxidil, using Ketoconazole shampoo, or trying oral minoxidil.
community Loosing hope after not seeing improvement in hair regrowth.
A 22-year-old male is not seeing hair regrowth after using minoxidil and finasteride for a year and additional treatments for three months. Suggestions include improving scalp absorption with sea salt and trying a lipid-based solution, microneedling, and possibly switching to dutasteride if no improvement after 1-2 years.
community Anyone experienced weight gain on dutasteride?
Dutasteride can lead to increased cholesterol and liver fat. The user is reconsidering its use due to high cholesterol and lipid levels despite a healthy lifestyle.
community What should I include in my blood test?
The user has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil without success and is considering a comprehensive blood test to explore other causes of hair loss. They are unsure about the necessity and cost of the extensive tests and are seeking advice on whether to proceed with the full panel or focus on specific tests.
community Blood work, is it worth to pay for it?
The user is considering getting blood work to investigate the cause of ongoing hair loss despite using finasteride and dutasteride. Others suggest that while blood tests can provide useful health information, they may not change the hair treatment outcome.