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GlossaryLithium

soft, silvery-white metal used in batteries and psychiatric medication

Lithium is a soft, silvery-white metal that belongs to the alkali metal group on the periodic table. It is commonly used in rechargeable batteries for electronics and electric vehicles, as well as in psychiatric medication to treat bipolar disorder due to its mood-stabilizing properties.

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The Prevalence and Management of Side Effects of Lithium and Anticonvulsants as Mood Stabilizers in Bipolar Disorder from a Clinical Perspective

research The Prevalence and Management of Side Effects of Lithium and Anticonvulsants as Mood Stabilizers in Bipolar Disorder from a Clinical Perspective

65 citations, July 2013 in “International Clinical Psychopharmacology”

Mood stabilizers like lithium and anticonvulsants have side effects that can lead to patients stopping their medication, and managing these effects is important for treatment adherence.

research Lithium Therapy Associated with Hidradenitis Suppurativa: Case Report and Review of Dermatologic Side Effects

64 citations, February 1995 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Lithium therapy may cause skin problems like hidradenitis suppurativa and other side effects, which can improve after stopping the medication.

research Hair Loss During Lithium Treatment

29 citations, July 1982 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Lithium treatment can cause increased hair shedding and hair loss in patients.

research Hair Loss and Lithium

18 citations, October 1984 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

Lithium therapy may cause temporary hair loss, with possible regrowth if treatment is stopped or continued.

research Follicular Mycosis Fungoides Associated With Lithium

17 citations, February 2001 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Lithium can cause skin changes similar to mycosis fungoides.

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community Hair follicle neogenesis

8 upvotes 10 years ago

A user plans to experiment with creating new hair follicles using methods like derma rolling, applying lithium chloride, tannic acid, and various other substances including caffeine, ketoconazole, and raspberry ketones. They also consider using anti-inflammatories, immunosuppressants, and DHT inhibitors to potentially improve results.

community Microneedling Only Results?? (No fin/minox)

in Finasteride 4 upvotes 5 years ago

The post discusses using microneedling alone for hair regrowth without finasteride or minoxidil due to side effects and dependency concerns. The user is also considering the "Zix" formula, acetic acid, topical zinc solutions, and lithium chloride.

community Genuine Minoxidil Sanity Check-Tiktok Shops

in Minoxidil 187 upvotes 2 weeks ago

A user bought Kirkland Minoxidil from a TikTok shop and sought confirmation of its authenticity through a bleach test, which some users warned could be dangerous. Many participants advised against buying from TikTok due to the risk of fakes, suggesting alternatives like buying from Costco or reputable online pharmacies.

community Anyone else freaking out over their barber using those thinning scissors

in Chat 89 upvotes 7 months ago

Thinning scissors can worsen the appearance of already thin hair. Some recommend being clear with barbers and using Minoxidil for hair loss.

community Someone had success with Stemoxydine and microneedling ?

in Microneedling 7 upvotes 4 years ago

Treatments for hair loss, such as finasteride and minoxidil, as well as alternatives like stemoxydine and microneedling.

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