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5 / 746 resultsresearch The first clinical experience on efficacy of topical flutamide on melasma compared with topical hydroquinone: a randomized clinical trial
Topical flutamide works as well as hydroquinone for melasma but needs more safety checks.
research Efficacy and Safety of Platelet-Rich Plasma in Melasma: A Systematic Review
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) shows promise for treating melasma but needs more research for confirmation.
research An Open-Label Comparative Study on the Effects of Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy with Hydroquinone 4% Versus Hydroquinone 4% Alone in Melasma
Combining PRP with hydroquinone is more effective for treating melasma than using hydroquinone alone.
research Digital measurement of melasma: Towards eliminating subjectivity from treatment evaluation
The digital system for measuring melasma shows promise but needs more development for better accuracy and automation.
research Efficacy and safety of microneedling and oral tranexamic acid in the treatment of facial melasma in women: An open, evaluator-blinded, randomized clinical trial
Microneedling and oral tranexamic acid both improve facial melasma, but microneedling shows more sustained benefits.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Why is Finasteride seen as “scary” for men, but hormonal birth control is totally normalized for women?
Finasteride is seen as risky for men due to side effects like erectile dysfunction, while hormonal birth control for women is normalized despite its side effects. The discussion points out a double standard influenced by societal and gender norms.
community Does finasteride/dutasteride reverse aging?
Finasteride and dutasteride can improve skin texture and reduce acne by lowering DHT but do not reverse aging. They may enhance skin and hair health for some, but can also cause side effects like dry skin and sexual dysfunction.
community I am a dermatologist with a clinical interest in alopecia. AMA
In this conversation, 4990 discussed various treatments for hair loss, including oral minoxidil, PRP, transplan, Jak inhibitors, Dutasteride, Finasteride, Olumiant, Ketoconazole, RU58841, microneedling, baricitinib, and CCCA. They recommended scalp biopsies in unclear cases of DUPA, twice weekly to twice daily shampooing for topical minoxidil users, and two sessions spaced one month apart with follow up at month three to determine the effectiveness of PRP treatment.
community Topical Melatonin, Hair Loss/Growth, and Seb Derm (Seborrheic Dermatitis)
Topical melatonin was found to significantly increase hair density and decrease scalp conditions like seborrheic dermatitis. The user is considering using it alongside finasteride and oral minoxidil for treating hair loss and scalp health.
community Topical Melatonin for mild aga
The conversation is about an 18-year-old male considering topical finasteride for hair loss and asking about the effectiveness of topical melatonin for hair regrowth and density. No specific treatments were confirmed to be used.