2 citations
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July 1968 in “Experimental Biology and Medicine”
In this study, cystaselenonine treatment in mice resulted in hair loss limited to older growing hairs and delayed regrowth, while also causing temporary weight loss.
This systematic review found no existing studies evaluating the effectiveness of waxing and mechanicalepilation as methods of preoperative hair removal to reduce surgical site infections, highlighting a potential area for future research.
76 citations
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January 2007 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology”
This review discusses the dermatologic features of PCOS as potential early indicators of the syndrome and notes that treatment of these conditions may enhance quality of life and psychological well-being, but it reports no new clinical results.
11 citations
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February 2008 in “British journal of nursing”
This article reviews idiopathic hirsutism, focusing on its definition, diagnosis, causes, and treatment options, without presenting new clinical findings.
This review discusses idiopathic hirsutism and suggests that combination treatment, including androgen suppression and cosmetic methods, is most effective, but notes that its pathogenesis remains unclear.
Hair growth relies on mechanical forces, not just chemicals, with tissue acting like a motor. Minoxidil and finasteride help, but maintaining tissue elasticity and addressing mechanical issues are essential.
Minoxidil can cause scalp dryness and flaking, leading to hair shedding when exfoliating. Alternatives like oral Minoxidil, finasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo are suggested to manage these issues.
The user has been taking 3.75mg of finasteride weekly for 8 months, which has improved their hairline and hair texture. They shared a humorous encounter with a bald mechanic who complimented their hair, unaware of the finasteride use.
Hair loss may be influenced by mechanical tension and inflammation, with the hi-c5 protein amplifying androgen effects, leading to follicle miniaturization. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and scalp massages are suggested to manage hair loss.